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Important News from PartnerShip

Posted By PFA Admin, Monday, June 19, 2023
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Prepare for Potential UPS Strike - Safeguard Your Business Operations

Attention PFA Membership:

Be ready for potential shipping disruptions. A UPS strike looms with the current Teamsters contract expiring at the end of July. While negotiations are ongoing, it is crucial to be prepared. Take proactive steps by planning ahead for inventory needs, opening a FedEx account as an alternative shipping provider, and making use of the exclusive FedEx discounts available to PFA members. If you’re not signed up, enroll today for discounts of 40% off FedEx Express and 30% off FedEx Ground. Ensure the smooth delivery of your shipments by taking action now. You can read more about the potential UPS strike here.

Enroll Link:

PFA and PartnerShip

Strike Article Link:

Understanding the UPS Strike

Sincerely,
PFA Staff



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Happy Memorial Day from PFA!

Posted By PFA Admin, Sunday, May 28, 2023
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Happy Memorial Day from PFA!

PFA Membership:

From the PFA Board of Directors and Staff, we hope you're having a Healthy, Safe and Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

"PFA - Pedorthists supporting you, from first setp to last!"

Remember, there is a lille over a week to register for the first session of Diabetic Series...First session begins on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023, 9:00–10:30 am, EST.


REGISTER NOW! and take advantage of these educational opportunities:

Diabetic Wound Prevention, Management & Healing Series - Session 1: The Diabetic Foot Disorder

Sincerely,
PFA



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The Diabetic Wound Prevention, Management, Healing Series - New Speaker added...

Posted By PFA Admin, Saturday, May 27, 2023
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The Diabetic Wound Prevention, Management, Healing Series - New Speaker added...

PFA Membership:

We're pleased to announce April Wilson will be joining the first session on June 7th...

     April Wilson CM PTA, BS, CKTP, Cl is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with over 20 years of clinical experience treating inpatient and outpatient orthopaedics, wound care and sports related injuries.
    April's focus of treatment has been lower extremities with specialization in orthotics, kinesio taping and recommendations of footwear. She is certified in manual physical therapy, a clinical instructor and a certified kinesio tape practitioner.
    Areas of interest for April are lower extremity biomechanical dysfunctions. Her primary role is the National Clinical Educator of Foot Care and Orthopaedics for Medi USA.

Register now and take advantage to the educational opportunities: https://www.pedorthics.org/event/Diabetic_Series

Sincerely,
PFA Learning



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Good news for New York State Medicaid Providers!

Posted By PFA Admin, Monday, May 15, 2023
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   NYSAAOP

Good news for New York State Medicaid Providers!

To the PFA Membership:

The NY Chapter of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists is sponsoring a NYS Medicaid Parity Bill. “The parity bill is meant to not allow any Medicaid MCOs pay less than 100% Medicaid rate”.

It means DME providers that bill NYS Medicaid providers cannot get paid less than the full rate.

Sincerely,
PFA Staff

MORE INFO
(click here)



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The Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 ends on May 11, 2023. What does this mean for you?

Posted By PFA Admin, Thursday, May 11, 2023
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   PAST ISSUE ARCHIVE

The Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 ends on May 11, 2023. What does this mean for you?

To the PFA Membership:

So, what does this mean to you?

  • Medicare will continue to cover COVID-19 vaccines at no cost.
  • You'll be able to get COVID-19 PCR and antigen tests with no out-of-pocket costs when ordered by a doctor.
  • Expanded telehealth services will continue through December 31, 2024.
After May 11, 2023, Medicare will no longer cover or pay for over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests. If you're enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you may have more access to tests depending on your benefits. Make sure to check with your plan.

Sincerely,

The Medicare Team

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Bringing Past Issues of Current Pedorthics Online!

Posted By PFA Admin, Monday, April 24, 2023
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   PAST ISSUE ARCHIVE

PAST ISSUE ARCHIVE
Current Pedorthics | May/June 2011 | Volume 43, Issue 3

PFA Members:

We're bringing Past Issues to you!

CURRENT PEDORTHICS MAGAZINE is a bimonthly digital publication of the Pedorthic Footcare Association. It is the only professional publication solely dedicated to the allied health care field of pedorthics.

Sincerely,
PFA Learning

DOWNLOAD NOW!
(click here)



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The Diabetic Wound Prevention, Management & Healing Series - Session 1: The Diabetic Foot Disorder

Posted By PFA Admin, Friday, April 7, 2023
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   We Want YOUR Feedback!

The Diabetic Wound Prevention, Management & Healing Series - Session 1: The Diabetic Foot Disorder

PFA members and friends:

This PFA webinar series presented by Presented by Robert S. Schwartz, CPed and the Pedorthic Foot and Ankle Academy (PFAA) delves into a detailed and in-depth 10-part presentation of the most important and proven methods to preventing, managing and healing the diabetic foot. This program will enhance your abilities in the care and treatment of the diabetic foot, providing detailed ways to achieving optimal outcomes. Each session will include a presentation as well as an opportunity for questions & answers.

TIME: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 9:00 am - 10:30 am

COST:

  • Single Session: $20 member; $50 NonMember
  • Full Series (10 sessions): $150 members; $400 NonMember
CEUs:
  • Single Session: 1.5 CEUs per session
  • Full Series (10 sessions): 15 CEUs for the entire program
Sign up today and take advantage of this extraordinary event!

Sincerely,
PFA Learning

PFA Webinar Series
PFA WEBINAR SERIES
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“Who are your top vendors?” PARTICIPATE in this 3rd MEMBER Survey!

Posted By PFA Admin, Friday, February 17, 2023
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   We Want YOUR Feedback!

“Who are your top vendors?” PARTICIPATE in this 3rd MEMBER Survey!

Dear PFA member:
The Pedorthic Footcare Association (PFA) is the only professional organization wholly supportive of the pedorthic profession, across all business trade and clinical settings. With the PFA being completely self managed, the efforts of its volunteer Board of Directors is vital to understand the needs its members.

Your answers helps guide the path of the PFA, as well as plays a role in the vitality of your practice and the profession in its entirety. Thank you for your participation, and allowing the PFA to continue its service to the pedorthic profession.

For those that might have missed the previous eblast and not participated in this survey, please take a few minutes needed to complete this survey. It is anonymous and your feedback and comments are very important to your organization.

It is all very easy and short and the whole process will take 90 seconds or so.

Thank you again for your help!

Sincerely,
PFA Board of Directors

PFA Member Survey
PFA MEMBER SURVEY
(click here)



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Help us help you! PARTICIPATE in this 2nd MEMBER Survey!

Posted By PFA Admin, Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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   We Want YOUR Feedback!

Help us help you! PARTICIPATE in this 2nd MEMBER Survey!

Dear PFA member:
The Pedorthic Footcare Association (PFA) is the only professional organization wholly supportive of the pedorthic profession, across all business trade and clinical settings. With the PFA being completely self managed, the efforts of its volunteer Board of Directors is vital to understand the needs its members.

Your answers helps guide the path of the PFA, as well as plays a role in the vitality of your practice and the profession in its entirety. Thank you for your participation, and allowing the PFA to continue its service to the pedorthic profession.

For those that might have missed the previous eblast and not participated in this survey, please take a few minutes needed to complete this survey. It is anonymous and your feedback and comments are very important to your organization.

It is all very easy and short and the whole process will take 90 seconds or so.

Thank you again for your help!

Sincerely,
PFA Board of Directors

PFA Member Survey
PFA MEMBER SURVEY
(click here)



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Help us help you! PARTICIPATE in this MEMBER Survey!

Posted By PFA Admin, Thursday, January 5, 2023
PFA Blog

   We Want YOUR Feedback!

PARTICIPATE in this MEMBER Survey!

Dear PFA member:
The Pedorthic Footcare Association (PFA) is the only professional organization wholly supportive of the pedorthic profession, across all business trade and clinical settings. With the PFA being completely self managed, the efforts of its volunteer Board of Directors is vital to understand the needs its members.

Your answers helps guide the path of the PFA, as well as plays a role in the vitality of your practice and the profession in its entirety. Thank you for your participation, and allowing the PFA to continue its service to the pedorthic profession.

For those that might have missed the pre-holiday eblast and not participated in this survey, please take a few minutes needed to complete this survey. It is anonymous and your feedback and comments are very important to your organization.

It is all very easy and short and the whole process will take 90 seconds or so.

Thank you again for your help!

Sincerely,
PFA Board of Directors

PFA Member Survey
PFA MEMBER SURVEY
(click here)



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