Walter H. Mahnke Walter H. Mahnke, founder of Mahnke’s Orthotics-Prosthetics Inc., died on June 30, just 6 days before his 91st birthday. Mahnke became a certified orthotist-prosthetist in 1951 after working in his father’s O&P facility in Duluth, Minn.,…
Author: Terense Kemp
Creating a Future Prosthesis for Today’s Military Amputees
Arizona State University and Walter Reed Army Medical Center have teamed up to provide military amputees with a first-of-its-kind, energy-storing prosthetic device.
By Stephanie Z. Pavlou
Small-to-Midsize Firms Often Form Alliances to Kickstart Growth
Scores of new alliances are born every day. One of the fastest, least capital-intensive ways for small-to-midsize companies to grow is to connect with a larger, more powerful partner or brand. But there is risk. Experts estimate a failure rate…
Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. Reaches Agreement With Teijin Limited
Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. has announced an agreement under which Hanger’s wholly-owned subsidiary Innovative Neurotronics Inc. has granted Teijin Pharma Limited exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Innovative Neurotronics’ initial product offering, the WalkAide System, in Japan. Teijin Pharma Limited…
Undeniable Drive
Since surviving a traumatic injury, Jordan Kozloski has excelled on the golf course, becoming an inspiration to her local community and beyond.
Safko Becomes BOC President
Gregory M. Safko was named president of the Board for Orthotist/Prosthestist Certification (BOC), where he will oversee daily operations of a national organization that offers certifications in five allied health fields, plus accredits facilities as suppliers who meet federal and…
CMS Extends Deadlines for Medicare DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has extended the bid submission, registration and accreditation deadlines for the first round of the Medicare Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies Competitive Bidding Program. All bids are now due by 9…
HHS Introduces Demonstration Project to Target Fraudulent DMEPOS Suppliers
Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt announced in July a 2-year effort designed to further protect Medicare beneficiaries from fraudulent suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics and orthotics supplies (DMEPOS). The initiative is focused on preventing deceptive companies from…
OPAF Issues a Call for Nominations for Board of Directors
Officails from the Orthotic & Prosthetic Assistance Fund Inc. (OPAF), have issued a call for nominations to the organization’s board of directors. Board members will serve either a 1-, 2- or 3-year term and are required to attend at least…
Keeping an Eye on the Prize
With a strong support system and an upbeat attitude in place, Jonathan Bik was able to take his amputation in stride with the help of several mobility clinics.
By Andrew Kelly