Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Certified Prosthetist?
- An ABC Certified Prosthetist (CP) is an allied health professional, specifically educated and trained to fabricate and fit prostheses, and manage comprehensive prosthetic patient care.
- What is a Certified Orthotist?
- An ABC Certified Orthotist (CO) is an allied health professional, specifically educated and trained to fabricate and fit orthoses, and manage comprehensive orthotic patient care.
- What is the ABC?
- American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.
- Do I need a prescription to get your services?
- Yes, you need a written prescription from your doctor.
- Do you provide in-home services?
- Yes, we do offer in-home services for those patients in need.
- What type of medical insurance do you accept?
- We accept Medicare, Georgia Medicaid, and other private insurances.
- Does Medicare cover the prothesis or orthosis?
- Medicare Part "B" covers prosthetic and orthotic devices needed to replace a body part or function, prescribed by a physician.
- Will my insurance company pay for your services?
- Most insurance companies pay for most or all devices or services that is medically necessary. We will make sure of your coverage before we onset our services, and will discuss your responsibilities if any could occur.
- Are orthotic or prosthetic evaluations free?
- All of our orthotic and prosthetic evaluations, and consultations are free of charge.
- How can I get a prosthesis?
- First, we need to get a physician's prescription in order to onset the process of fabricating a prosthesis. The time from the mesurement and casting to the final delivery of the prosthesis usually takes 3-5 visits over the course of about one month.
- Why do I have to wear an orthosis?
- Because wearing an orthosis or brace has been proved the only effective non-surgical way to replace lost function, and/or to prevent the progress of the body misalignment without any other type of treatment, at least momentarily.
- Why choose breast forms over plastic surgery?
- It eliminates the risk of any upcoming health complication after another surgical intervention. Breast forms are inexpensive in comparison to surgery (most of insurance plans cover the cost in full).
- Why do I have to wear diabetic shoes?
- Because diabetic shoes are designed to reduce the risk of skin breakdown that could lead to lower limb amputation.
- What kind of assistive devices you provide?
- We can provide canes, quad-canes, crutches, and walkers medically necessary for patients with conditions causing impaired ambulation.
If you have any question, call us at (770) 903-1061
