The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) is pleased to announce its participation in the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) 2010 National Assembly in Orlando, September 29-October 2. In addition to exhibiting at this premier industry event, ABC’s Director of Facility Accreditation, Chrissy Heckenberg, will present a four-hour workshop on how ABC’s facility accreditation program will save businesses time and money. The workshop affords attendees an opportunity to study the ABC Standards and their impact on business and clinical practices. Attendees will also learn more about the critical CMS Supplier Compliance and Performance Management standards, including:
The link between patient management, patient satisfaction and controlling costs for your business
How neuromuscular electrical stimulators, such as Walk-Aid and Bioness, change your O&P exempt status
ABC encourages those facility owners and managers who are considering accreditation, or preparing for reaccreditation, to attend this important, informative session. The session is scheduled for Saturday, October 2 from 1-5 p.m. at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando. More details on the AOPA National Assembly can be found at www.aopanet.org. More information on ABC’s facility accreditation program is available at www.abcop.org.