• Call for Comment—CPME 120, 130, and the College Accreditation Eligibility Requirements Revisions
  May 14, 2019

  Proposed revisions to CPME publications 120, 130, and the College Accreditation Eligibility Requirements are scheduled for consideration by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) in October 2019. Please send your comments by September 15.

• Call for Comment—CPME 220 and CPME 230 Revisions, CPME Specialty Boards Document Revisions

  Proposed revisions to CPME publications 220 and 230 are scheduled for consideration by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) in October 2019. Comments are due by August 15.

• APMA Registry Users: Your 2019 APMA MIPS App is Here!

  If you previously signed up to use the APMA Registry to monitor your potential MIPS score, you should have received an email last week from our partners at Darena Solutions. Follow the instructions in that email to reset your password and confirm your account. Not registered? Visit www.apma.org/mipsapp now to learn how to sign up for an APMA Registry account.

• HPP, Coding Committees Discuss Reimbursement, Member Education

  Two key APMA committees met last week to discuss topics that directly affect your bottom line: The Health Policy and Practice committee and The Coding committee.

• Foot Care on the Small Screen

  “The Toe Bro” on A&E follows Jonathan Tomines, a chiropodist practicing in Canada. “My Feet Are Killing Me” airs on TLC and features podiatrists Brad Schaeffer, DPM, and Ebonie Vincent, DPM. APMA is carefully monitoring both programs. If your patients ask about something they’ve seen on a TV show, take the opportunity to share more about your education, training, and experience.

• Maximize Your 2019 MIPS Score with APMA MIPS App: Coming Soon!

  If you've signed up with the APMA Registry in the past, you must make sure your tax identification number (TIN) is correct within the APMA Registry by Tuesday, May 7, at 11:59 p.m. EDT, or there will be a charge to make changes to your TIN.

• JAPMA Moves to Digital-Only Format

  The Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (JAPMA) is moving to an online-only format beginning with the May-June 2019 issue. Activate your digital subscription today at www.japmaonline.org.

• Use eAdvocacy to Support the HELLPP Act
  April 11, 2019

  Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Bill Johnson (R-OH) introduced HR 2235, the Helping Ensure Life- and Limb-Saving Access to Podiatric Physicians (HELLPP) Act on April 10.

• APMA News Has 10 Questions for You
  April 9, 2019

  APMA News is pleased to invite members to be featured in our 10 Questions column, which runs on the back page of each issue of the magazine. Contact Aimee Condayan for details.

• At-Large Member Positions Open on the Council
  April 8, 2019

  The Council on Podiatric Medical Education’s Nominating Committee is seeking applications for four at-large and two public CPME positions.

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APMA welcomes inquiries from the media! The Media Room provides journalists with information on podiatric medicine, educational campaigns, and national surveys related to podiatry and foot health. More information and fact sheets can also be found in our Patients & the Public section.

Please reach out to PR Specialist Kevin Hess (phone 301-581-9221) for questions or interview requests.

Today’s Podiatrist in the News

• APMA Lauds Introduction of the HELLPP Act in the 116th Congress
  April 11, 2019

  After the passage of the VA Provider Equity Act in the 115th Congress resolved podiatrist-access issues in the Veterans Health Administration, APMA is hopeful Congress will take long overdue action to address these issues for Medicaid patients.

• Utah Podiatrist Named President of American Podiatric Medical Association
  April 3, 2019

  David G. Edwards, DPM, of Logan, UT, was installed as president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) during the organization’s 99th House of Delegates meeting in March.

• Operate Like a DPM with Today’s Podiatrist
  April 1, 2019

  Today’s Podiatrist is your highly trained foot and ankle surgical expert.

• Today's Podiatrist is a Critical Member Of the Diabetes Care Team
  November 1, 2018

  An annual exam can help prevent serious complications of diabetes.

• APMA Celebrates Passage of VA MISSION Act
  May 23, 2018

  The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) applauds the approval of critically important legislation to support America’s veterans. S 2372, the John S. McCain III, Daniel K. Akaka, and Samuel R. Johnson VA Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks Act of 2018, or VA MISSION Act, passed the Senate today and will now to go President Donald J. Trump for his signature.

• APMA Lauds Passage of VA MISSION Act
  May 17, 2018

  The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) applauds the approval of critically important legislation to support America’s veterans. S 2372, the John S. McCain III, Daniel K. Akaka, and Samuel R. Johnson VA Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks Act of 2018, or VA MISSION Act, passed the House of Representatives May 16 and will head to the Senate for consideration next week.

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