Prosthetists and female amputees share the special prosthetic considerations involved in carrying a baby to term, as well as the challenges encountered after birth.
Author: Terense Kemp
Adjustable Orthotic Device More EffectiveThan Static Casting
Compared with a bivalve cast, the Ultraflex orthosis was found to be more successful in maintaining range of motion in children with moderate to severe spasticity.
ACA Introduces Prosthetic Parity Law State Organizer’s Kit
After identifying access to care as the single most important concern among people with limb loss, the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) has given priority to its Access to Care initiative. Access to Care is an initiative that closely allies…
Innovative Socket Design Improves Stability and Comfort
The Marlo Anatomical Socket Design provides comfort, improved cosmesis and functional gait for transfemoral amputees.
Challenges of Collecting Copays
Before waiving any Medicare copays or deductibles, practitioners need to have policies in place regarding such waivers.
A Primer on Anti-Kickback, Fraud and Abuse Legislation
In today’s health care environment, awareness and a working knowledge of key statutes can be crucial to the success of your O&P practice.
Health Care Fraud and Abuse Enforcement
Since Congress enacted the anti-kickback statute, enforcing legislation enacted to combat health care fraud and abuse has become a multi-agency task.
Coding and Reimbursement for Cranial Remolding Orthoses
O&P Business News reviews the historical and latest developments on the regulatory front to help the O&P professional navigate through the coding and reimbursement maze for cranial remolding orthoses.
Rehabilitation, Treatment and Orthotic Management of the Stroke Patient
The effective treatment and rehabilitation of stroke patients require a multidisciplinary team approach.
Forefoot, Toe Amputations and Prostheses: The Quest to Restore Normal Ambulation
O&P Business News presents the third installment in a series of articles that examines lower level amputations.