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Playing the Long Game with Diabetes

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Playing the Long Game with Diabetes

Whether you're living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, you have a higher risk of serious complications in your feet. You're playing the long game with diabetes, so it's important to establish healthy habits early in your journey.

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APMA Online CECH

APMA is pleased to offer its members on-demand CECH on a variety of topics, including several FREE courses.

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Foot Pain in Never Normal

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Foot Pain is Never Normal

If you are one of the millions of Americans experiencing foot pain, see a podiatrist today and get back to a healthy, mobile life.

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The code descriptors for commonly used DME-related HCPCS codes L:1932, L1933, L1951, and L1952 will change effective April 1. These positive changes eliminate the need to use HCPCS L2999 (Lower extremity orthoses, not otherwise specified) when these items are dispensed "off-the-shelf.”

Recently APMA provided feedback to the Partnership for Quality Measurement (PQM) Pre-Rulemaking Measure Review Committee (PRMR) regarding its posted 2024–25 Measures Under Consideration (MUC) List Recommendations. As APMA has continued and significant concerns with the Non-Pressure Ulcers Cost Measure, we urged CMS to not finalize this measure.

Members can now view all performance category webinars for the MIPS 2025 Performance Year, available at www.apma.org/mipswebinars.

On Monday, APMA submitted comments to CMS on the Advance Notice of Methodological Changes for Calendar Year (CY) 2026 for Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies.

APMA is thrilled to announce that six components will receive 2025 Center for Professional Advocacy (CPA) Financial Assistance Grants. These grants are an important part of APMA’s scope-of-practice initiatives, which include the Innovation Grant program.

Check out these two exciting writing competitions for podiatric students, residents, and fellows—one focusing on physician well-being and financial literacy, the other on general podiatric topics—that offer great prizes and recognition. Don’t miss out!

CMS has announced that an automatic MIPS exception will be applied to MIPS eligible clinicians in designated counties of California in response to recent wildfires.

Are you a student or resident interested in learning more about APMA’s governance? The APMA DEI Committee is offering three HOD Observer scholarships for students and residents to attend the APMA House of Delegates (HOD) in Washington, DC, March 14–16.

APMA submitted three comment letters in January. Two addressed potential changes in future MIPS performance years, and one was in response to the proposed rule for the 2026 CY Medicare Advantage Part D Policy.

All seven Part B MACs have delayed the effective date of their new skin substitute local coverage determinations (LCDs) until April 13 without changing any of the content of those policies.

Podiatric physicians, so long as they meet the requirements to participate in the settlement, are eligible to receive funds from the settlement. APMA is reviewing the settlement terms and will update members as appropriate.

Accurate coding is crucial for practices to ensure proper reimbursements and reduce the risk of claim denials. This seminar equips viewers with the knowledge to navigate coding complexities with confidence.

For Podiatrists

No matter where you are on your podiatry journey, APMA has the tools and resources you need to grow your career.

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For Patients

Your feet are your foundation for a healthy and happy life. Learn more about conditions affecting the feet and ankle, and when you need to see a podiatrist.

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-59 Modifier Tool Kit

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MIPS 2024

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Online CECH

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Educational Resources for Students

Check out resources to guide you through podiatric medical school and into residency.

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Podiatric medical students receive complimentary membership to APMA. Activate yours today.

Student Resources

Find the help you need for the first step of your foot and ankle career.

JAPMA

JAPMA is the preeminent and award-winning scientific journal for America's foot and ankle physicians and surgeons.

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About APMA: About APMA

Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) supports podiatric physicians' and surgeons' ability to practice to the full extent of their education and training in order to improve lives through universal access to patient-centered, comprehensive lower-extremity care.

Practice Management: Practice Management

APMA members have access to a trove of materials to bolster their practice efficiency and patient care. Find the answers to your questions about reimbursement, compliance, practice promotion, and more.

Education & Events: Education & Events

Learning is a life-long pursuit for physicians. Explore the variety of on-demand CECH and non-CECH, and check out the calendar of events to find live and virtual learning opportunities across the country.

Resources: Resources

APMA provides support for its members beyond the clinic. Make the most of your membership with these valuable resources.

Advocacy: Advocacy

APMA is the voice of podiatrists for legislators, regulatory bodies, and payors. Check out our latest efforts and learn what actions you can take to protect and promote your profession.

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