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EPISODE 38: CMS's Prior Authorization Program - The Good, The Bad and The Newly Added Codes

February 28, 2022 | 33 min.

CMS recently added five O&P HCPCS codes to the Master List of DMEPOS items potentially subject to face-to-face encounter, written order prior to delivery, and prior authorization requirements. Join us as we sit down with AOPA's Joe McTernan to learn more.

EPISODE 37: Supporting the Profession - An Update on ABC's Projects & Activities with Cathy Carter

December 13, 2021 | 21 min.

Want to learn more about the exciting projects and activities ABC is taking on to help support the O,P&P profession? Join us as we sit down with ABC Executive Director, Cathy Carter to get the inside scoop!

EPISODE 36: A Closer Look at Osseointegration

September 23, 2021 | 28 min.

You don’t want to miss our osseointegration conversation with Kurt Collier, CP, Vice President of Prosthetics for Integrum, a company that has been providing innovative systems for bone-anchored prostheses since 1990.

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EPISODE 35: Passion Behind the Profession with Melissa Stockwell, Paralympian

August 03, 2021 | 22 min.

Check out our exclusive interview with Melissa Stockwell, a two-time Paralympic triathlete and swimmer, 2016 Paralympic bronze medalist and Iraqi War veteran. Learn about Melissa's amazing and inspiring journey from wounded warrior to world champion.

EPISODE 34: Passage to Progress - HR 1990 Explained

May 18, 2021 | 29 min.

We're highlighting the Medicare O&P Patient-Centered Care Act and main focus of the recent AOPA Policy Forum, with AOPA's Director of Strategic Alliances, Ashlie White. Find out how the passage of this bill will positively affect the O&P profession.

EPISODE 33: Passion Behind the Profession with Tony Ward, CPO, ABC Board President

March 22, 2021 | 22 min.

Tony explains how his experiences and relationships have fueled his passion for volunteerism and leadership and what it’s really like being the Board President for a national credentialing board. 

EPISODE 32: How State & Regional O&P Meetings are Overcoming COVID

February 22, 2021 | 42 min.

Two long-time O&P meeting organizers discuss challenges faced when trying to support the profession through education, networking and professional development opportunities during a pandemic. Will this be the death of state and regional O&P meetings?

EPISODE 31: Limb Loss & Preservation Registry Initiative

December 16, 2020 | 10 min.

Mayo Clinic research professor, Dr. Ken Kaufman, Ph.D., P.E., joins CredCast to talk about leading the national effort to develop a Limb Loss and Preservation Registry. Listen in to learn more and find out how you can help!

EPISODE 30: Central Fabrication Accreditation DRILL DOWN

October 20, 2020 | 17 min.

Join host, Jim Lawson as he takes a detailed look at ABC's Central Fabrication Accreditation program. Learn how becoming accredited can benefit your business and bottom line.

EPISODE 29: Scope of Practice - Top 5 Things You Should Know

September 24, 2020 | 18 min.

Are you well versed on the Scope of Practice for your credential? On this episode, we highlight the top five things everyone should know about staying within their scope.

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