August 2003
The O&P EDGE
edit post From the Editor by The O&P EDGE August 1, 2003 Paperwork is a pain, probably most of us would agree. In fact, one practitioner serving in a humanitarian
From the Editor
The O&P EDGE
Paperwork is a pain, probably most of us would agree. In fact, one practitioner serving in a humanitarian mission abroad said that what he enjoyed most, along with helping others,
Proper Documentation: How To Win Lawsuits
Kevin P. Foley, Esq.
Failure to have proper documentation regarding your interactions with clients damages your credibility if you are called to testify in a lawsuit. Lack of proper documentation makes the company look
HIPAA Security and the Administrative Safeguards—Part 1
Jay Masci
In the last article, we divided the Security Rule standards into four categories: administrative safeguards, physical safeguards, technical safeguards, and organizational safeguards. We then listed all the standards and their
The Business of O&P: Warm and Tropical—or Frozen Tundra?
Jodi Mills
You are basking in the warm sun on a white sandy beach with the ocean lapping at your feet. A refreshing drink in hand, sunglasses on, a balmy breeze blowing
Got FAQs
Lisa_salmon_lake
Q: I am an O&P provider who has recently been receiving referrals for diabetic shoes and inserts. I was wondering if a patient needs to be insulin-dependent in order for
Outsourcing—Converting Clinical Goals to Fabrication Solutions
Andrew L. Steele, MBA, CPO
When asked about the attributes of a quality fabrication outsourcing center (i.e., central fab), we all agree that a quality product in a timely fashion is a must. With the
Al Ingersoll, CP
The O&P EDGE
Al Ingersoll, CP Winkley O&P Golden Valley, MN Most recent O&P meeting, class or seminar attended? Otto Bock Advanced C-Leg Course. Favorite pie? Pumpkin. Best advice you ever received? Learn
Amputee ‘Gets His Life Back’
Miki Fairley
Gary Hooks, winner of the 14th National Amputee Golf Association (NAGA) National Seniors Invitational Championship April 11-12, in Tampa, Florida, is a guy who loves life. And losing a leg
Central Fabrication: Its Role in Quality Patient Care
Frank E. Friddle Jr., CO
With the buzzwords “Quality Patient Care” being the driving force for the Negotiated Rulemaking process, I feel the need to express the concerns I have as an owner of a
