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The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) has completed the development of the first comprehensive accreditation program exclusively for Central Fabrication facilities in the orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic profession and is now accepting applications.

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. 2012 Annual Report is now available on the ABC website.

ALEXANDRIA, VA—The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) awarded the William D. Beiswenger Volunteer Award to Donald D. Virostek, CPO.

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC) is seeking nominees for two positions on its Board of Directors.

ABC recently released the first practice analyses of both the ABC Certified Assistant and Therapeutic Shoe Fitter credentials.

ABC announces the transition of its Board of Directors for 2013.

Timothy E. Miller, CPO, assumed the role of President of the ABC Board of Directors on December 1.

Beginning in January 2013, ABC will increase the number of certification exams given each year to meet the growing demand of individuals choosing ABC.

ABC has received inquiries regarding which Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes are included in its off-the-shelf orthotics accreditation program.

The Affordable Care Act has introduced the concept of establishing Essential Health Benefits (EHB) that must be covered by new individual and small group health care plans beginning in 2014.

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) has completed the development of the first comprehensive accreditation program exclusively for Central Fabrication facilities.

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) announces several changes to its highly successful certification programs.

ABC participated in the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Annual Meeting, April 29-30 in San Diego, Ca.

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) 2011 Annual Report is now available on the ABC website.

ABC just released the 2011 Practice Analysis of ABC Credentialed Mastectomy Fitters.