American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)

04/09/2026

Are coding gaps quietly affecting your practice revenue?

In today’s environment, accuracy is essential.

The APMA CRC gives foot and ankle specialists access to the most current coding guidance so you can:
• Reduce underbilling
• Minimize claim denials
• Stay aligned with Medicare policies

Built by APMA and designed specifically for podiatrists.

Try it free for 14 days with code CRCFREE. Click here: https://www.apmacodingrc.org/helpabout.asp

04/08/2026

APMA staff is in Washington, DC this week for the Functional Diabetic Limb Salvage conference! We appreciate the opportunity to participate in this multidisciplinary educational experience geared towards advancing wound care, improving patient outcomes, and preventing amputations. It is wonderful seeing APMA members here making a difference for patients with diabetic foot wounds. Special thanks to John Steinberg, DPM, conference co-chair, for having us!

04/08/2026

You asked and we heard you! Early-bird registration extended to April 15

This year, we are offering so much more than clinical education. While our 24.5 CECH remains an exceptional continuing education opportunity, we are also providing the expansive experience members are seeking. Medicine, surgery, business, leadership, innovation, technology, and AI are just a few of the exciting topics that experts will be covering at The National.

Come see what we have to offer! Save over 20% on early bird rates when you register today:
https://www.apma.org/the-national/attend/

04/08/2026

Effective April 1, UnitedHealthcare is now more strictly enforcing documentation requirements related to radiology services billed alongside evaluation and management (E/M) services, via its updated Professional/Technical Component Policy.

To accompany other APMA educational resources helping members understand these changes and to ensure members’ reimbursement is protected, Dr. Lehrman will lead a live webinar to answer questions from the community and share examples of best coding practices to keep (and pitfalls to avoid).

Register Now: https://www.apma.org/education-events/events/all-events/radiology-services-coding-and-documentation/

04/07/2026

Good Health Doesn’t Just Happen. This National Public Health Week, APMA encourages Americans to consider the importance of footwear in preventing injuries. Most Americans log an amazing 75,000 miles on their feet by the time they reach age 50; take care of your feet so they can take care of you.

Explore the full catalog of products recognized by APMA’s Seal of Acceptance on our website. With innovative product materials and fashionable styles evolving every day, what you find may surprise you!

Find products here: https://www.apma.org/seal-db/

04/06/2026

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The poster abstracts at last year's Annual Scientific Meeting (The National) were second to none—and if you didn't have a chance to explore them or need a refresher on the robust science displayed at our meeting, you're in luck!

APMA is partnering with lerEXPO to share this research through a series of webinars: From Poster to Podium. This initiative expands the reach of the research conducted by APMA members and provides you with easy access to expand your knowledge! The next session is on Thursday, April 16, from 8–9 p.m. ET. Earn 1 CECH while exploring:

- The Role of Diabetes Distress and Lower Extremity Complications
- Comparison of Recurrence Rates in Chemical Matricectomy with Phenol and Nail Bracing: A Scoping Review
- Safety and Efficacy of Flexor Tenotomy for Treatment of Digital Ulcerations and Pre- Ulcerative Lesions
- Does Surgeon Type affect Total Ankle Arthroplasty Survivorship in the US?

Register today:
https://apma-posters.lerexpo.com/en/registration-form

04/05/2026

Join APMA, the Society for Vascular Surgery, and the Society for Vascular Nursing on Friday, June 12 for the first-ever Complex Wound Care Masterclass Workshop. This year's topic is debridement, dressing selection, and oxygen therapy.

Register today: https://bitly.vascular.org/wcw-apma

04/04/2026

Article spotlight! APMA News sat down with Jake Eisenschink, DPM, a member of this year’s Emerging Leaders Program cohort, to discuss the opportunities and challenges of practicing in a rural area. Dr. Eisenschink believes more podiatrists need to look more closely at the pros and cons of working a rural area because many are missing out on a golden opportunity.

Read the full article in the January/February 2026 issue of the APMA News:
https://ow.ly/rZyV50YCZx1

04/03/2026

As of April 1, UnitedHealthcare is more strictly enforcing documentation requirements for radiology services billed with E/M. That means higher scrutiny and less room for error.

Join Jeffrey Lehrman for a live webinar where he will break it all down. Real examples. Common pitfalls. Clear guidance to help protect your reimbursement and keep your documentation on track.

Proudly sponsored by Officite. Register now and come prepared with your questions!

Register here: https://www.apma.org/education-events/events/all-events/radiology-services-coding-and-documentation/

04/02/2026

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month. Want to support the podiatry profession and the patients we serve? Participate in our eAdvocacy campaign to urge your member of Congress to cosponsor H.R. 7905/S. 4070, the Diabetes Foot Health Access and Modernization Act. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation would reduce Medicare documentation burdens for therapeutic shoes and establish Medicaid coverage parity for podiatrists. Separate sign-on letter templates are available for patients, students, and practicing physicians! https://apma.quorum.us/issue/116772/

03/30/2026