A study conducted by The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General identified several quality control gaps in the CMS Recovery Audit Contractor program, according to a recent government report. “Prior Government Accountability Office work has identified…
Year: 2013
Researchers and students at St. Petersburg J. E. Hanger College of Orthotics and Prosthetics in Florida are working with the Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge to research and develop improvements for prosthetic devices. The Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge (CWVC) is a…
The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General recently issued a special fraud alert for physician-owned distributorships. In the alert, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) warned use of physician-owned distributorships has a “strong potential for improper…
Infinite Biomedical Technologies uses radiofrequency identification
Fluctuation in a patient’s residual limb is a common issue for amputees and can cause socket discomfort and pain for many prosthesis wearers. Researchers at the University of Washington (UW) are particularly interested in this issue and have been studying…
UNB Test of Prosthetic Function reliable for adult upper limb amputees
The University of New Brunswick Test of Prosthetic Function, originally developed for use in children, had acceptable reliability and preliminary evidence of validity in adults with upper limb amputation, according to recent study results. However, researchers recommended refinements to the…
SBA online webinar discusses preparations for natural disasters
The US Small Business Administration (SBA) and Agility Recovery, in collaboration with FEMA’s Ready Campaign, are hosting a series of free webinars in September to help business owners prepare for natural disasters. Whether a business is forced to close or…
Retrograde access a new option for treatment of peripheral artery disease
A new technique called retrograde access could improve treatment for patients with peripheral artery disease and reduce the risk for amputation, according to a news release from Houston Methodist Hospital. The procedure allows surgeons to go through the arteries in…
Shutdown has little effect on Medicare payments to O and P providers
On October 1, the federal government shut down as a result of Congress’s inability to reach a deal on appropriations levels for 2014. Currently, Medicare payments to providers and claims processing should continue, so O&P providers will continue to be…
PFA announces discounted registration for Symposium
The Pedorthic Footcare Association is offering a discounted registration fee for its Annual Symposium and Exhibition to attendees who register before August 31. The Symposium will be held in Boston from October 31-November 2 at the John B. Hynes Veteran…