July 2002
The O&P EDGE
edit post Physical Therapy: Schools Take a Hit by Miki Fairley July 1, 2002 “It seems like just yesterday that schools had hundreds of applicants vying for their coveted 50
AOPA Seminars Offer 20.5 CE Credits
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The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) Coding & Billing and HIPAA Compliance seminars have been approved by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) and the
Competitive Bidding May Affect Up to One-Third of Orthotic Products
Michael J. Allen, CPO, FAAOP, President, NAAOP
The House of Representatives passed a Medicare prescription drug benefit bill June 28 that in addition to providing the drug benefit would require the Secretary to establish and implement competitive
From the Editor
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The focus is on ability–not “disability.”  This is the clear message coming from amputees and orthotic users of all ages. For both youth and adults, disability sports programs and organizations
Negotiated Rulemaking Committee Members
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American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) American Orthotics and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist
Provider Qualification Position Statement
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The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) recognizes that quality of care is one of the most pressing issues facing amputees today. The ACA supports efforts to set a minimum level
Consumer Empowerment Grows in Developing Countries
Mary P. Novotny, RN, MS
Jerry White, founder and director of the Landmine Survivors Network (LSN), addresses the crowd during a rally for the Landmine Ban Treaty. As the world grows smaller through global communications,
Sneak Peek: Fillauer to Offer Innovative Orthotic Technology: SPL Orthotic Knee Joint
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The SPL (Swing Phase Lock) Knee Joint developed by Basko Healthcare in the Netherlands has been released to European markets. The SPL is a part of the Basko IQ component
NegReg: Are Consumers Adequately Represented?
Judith Philipps Otto
In December 2000 Congress passed the Benefits Improvement Act (BIPA), which, among other provisions, aims to protect patients from receiving orthotic and prosthetic care from unqualified providers. The Negotiated Rulemaking
Fabricating a Flexible Brim Socket with a Rigid Distal End
Scott Tracewell
When you are fabricating a socket with a flexible brim, you can fabricate so that you only have the flexibility where you need it and cut out half the weight.
