The O&P EDGE Magazine

Facility Accreditation Application Deadline
2009-01-31 00:00 (America/Halifax)
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that January 31, 2009, is the application deadline for all patient care organizations that are not exempt from the mandatory accreditation requirement for DMEPOS suppliers. For more information on the exemptions, deadlines, and ABC accreditation, visit www.abcop.org/accreditation.

Clinical Application Workshop
2009-02-12 00:00, 2009-02-26 00:00, 2009-03-26 00:00, 2009-04-14 00:00
Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, Tres®, and the new Accent® and Onyx® feet. 9 PCEs.

Workshop in Bangkok
2009-02-14 00:00 - 2009-02-17 00:00

WalkAide Training Course
2009-02-17 00:00 - 2009-02-18 00:00
Two-day course providing detailed instruction on the WalkAide system and new Walk-Analyst software. Course covers patient evaluation, functional testing, gait assessment, application, and use.

PrimeFare West
2009-02-20 00:00 - 2009-02-21 00:00

Certification Exam Deadline
2009-03-01 00:00
Applications must be received by March 1 for individuals seeking to take the spring 2009 ABC certification exams for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, technicians, or fitters.

35th Academy Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium
2009-03-04 00:00 - 2009-03-07 00:00
Known for its high-quality content, the Academy’s Annual Meeting is four days of focused education sessions, networking opportunities, and an across-the-table exchange on the latest in O&P services. Experience exceptional O&P education and the latest in O&P products and technology—this meeting is going to “wow” you!
Visit the Academy’s website for more information or to inquire about exhibiting at the show.

RCR Transtibial Socket Design Course
2009-03-19 00:00
In this one-day, hands-on or observer course, see how the RCR design allows for better rotational control, comfort, and range of motion. 8.75 CEUs.

Orthotic Fitters Course
2009-03-30 00:00 - 2009-04-03 00:00

Lower and Upper Limb Orthotics and Prosthetics for Physicians and Therapists (Section A)
2009-03-30 00:00 - 2009-04-03 00:00
Five-day course covers the management of adult and juvenile spinal and upper- and lower-limb disabilities. $800.

Orthotics Review Course
2009-04-03 00:00 - 2009-04-04 00:00
Two-day review of orthotics to assist in preparation for certification exams. $350.

Prosthetics Review Course
2009-04-03 00:00 - 2009-04-04 00:00
Two-day review of prosthetics to assist in preparation for certification exams. $350.

WalkAide Training Course
2009-04-14 00:00 - 2009-04-15 00:00, 2009-05-05 00:00 - 2009-05-06 00:00
Two-day course providing instruction on the WalkAide System and new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3. Course covers patient evaluation, functional testing, and gait assessment. Medicare reimbursement under new HCPCS code.

New York State Chapter Meeting
2009-04-20 00:00 - 2009-04-21 00:00

WalkAide Training Course
2009-04-20 00:00 - 2009-04-21 00:00
Two-day course providing instruction on the WalkAide System and new Walk-Analyst software version 2.3. Course covers patient evaluation, functional testing, and gait assessment. Medicare reimbursement under new HCPCS code. Register directly with NYSAAOP, www.nysaaop.org/meetinginfo.htm

Policy Forum
2009-04-22 00:00 - 2009-04-23 00:00

2009 Annual Meeting
2009-04-22 00:00 - 2009-04-25 00:00
For hotel reservations, call 800.819.5053 or 713.650.1300.

Compas™ Course
2009-04-24 00:00, 2009-04-25 00:00, 2009-04-26 00:00
One-day course covers patient evaluation with computerized prosthetic alignment system. Instructed by David Boone, CP, MPH, PhD, and John Michael, MEd, CPO/L, FAAOP, FISPO. Compas™ System provides practitioners with real-time, dynamic gait analysis to assess and achieve optimal prosthesis alignment. Register at www.opga.com

SpineCor Phase I Training
2009-04-30 00:00 - 2009-05-01 00:00
Part I of a two-part training program. This two-day program is designed for certified orthotists and will cover SpineCor treatment principles. Course includes lectures, written examination, and practical appraisal sessions.

2009 Annual Scientific Education Conference
2009-04-30 00:00 - 2009-05-02 00:00
Join us on the famous San Antonio Riverwalk! Earn ABC and BOC PCE credits.

Annual Spring Meeting
2009-05-01 00:00

Annual Spring Technical Meeting
2009-05-02 00:00

Clinical Application Workshop
2009-05-07 00:00
Course includes live patient fitting, hands-on session, and anatomy of the College Park feet: TruStep®, Venture®, TruPer®, Tribute®, and the new Accent® and Onyx® feet. 9 PCEs.

Certification Written Exam Dates
2009-05-11 00:00 - 2009-05-16 00:00
For those candidates who applied by the March 1, 2009 deadline, these are the dates for the ABC spring certification written exam. ABC certification exams will be administered for orthotists, prosthetists, pedorthists, technicians and fitters.
