ABC CredCast
51 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsYour Source for O&P Credentialing Insights; covering everything you need to know about certification, continuing ed, accreditation and more! ABC CredCast host Jim Lawson, Outreach Development Manager for the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC), provides insights and helpful tools for navigating all of ABC’s credentialing programs and recertification processes.
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Episodes
Getting to know ABC President, Billy Lester, CPO
March 19, 2024 16:56 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBBilly explains how his experiences and relationships have fueled his passion for volunteerism and his goals as 2024 president.
Leading the Way Part 2 - OP&P Women Trailblazers
January 09, 2024 17:38 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBWomen have made and continue to make a huge impact on the OP&P profession. Join us as we sit down with some of these amazing women - Marita Dorsch-Carozza, CP(E), Debbie Plescia, CPO, Rachel Friddle-Johnson, CPO and Leigh Anne Ball, CFm and learn how their commitment and leadership have been instrumental in the successes of ABC and the profession.
Non-Operative Scoliosis Management
October 31, 2023 16:08 - 27 minutes - 15.8 MBThe non-operative management of scoliosis is an important area of care for many pediatric orthotists. Hear from guest Jim Wynne, CPO, FAAOP, an expert in the field, as he guides us through a brief history of scoliosis bracing, the current state of treatment and exciting advancements in technology including AI.
ABC’s 75th Anniversary – A look back in time with 3 Passionate Practitioners
July 17, 2023 20:24 - 1 hour - 26.1 MBWhat better way to celebrate ABC's 75 years serving the profession than by highlighting a few of our long-time credential holders who embody the pride of our past, passion for our future and a legacy of service. Join us as we reminisce with Bill Beiswenger, CPO, Alan Finnieston, CPO and Jon Leimkuehler, CPO (E).
Limb Loss & Preservation Registry Update
April 27, 2023 21:15 - 33 minutes - 18.9 MBIt's been two years, but we're excited to share an update on the National Limb Loss and Preservation Registry. Our guest, Jeffrey Brandt, CPO and member of the Registry's External Collaborative Panel, joins us to discuss how the registry has progressed, goals for the future and how you can get involved.
Passion Behind the Profession with Rick Babcock, CO, ABC Board President
February 24, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBGet to know ABC’s Board President, Rick Babcock, as he reflects on his 30+ years in the profession. Learn how volunteerism has benefited his career and life and what he’s looking forward to most during his presidency.
Positivity & Progress with Kevin Carroll, MS, CP, FAAOP/D
December 07, 2022 19:28 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBOne of the most well-known names in O&P takes us on a journey through his career recapping the positive changes and advances he’s seen along the way. Plus, stick around as we have a little fun playing trivia with Kevin.
The Importance of Diversity in O,P&P
September 01, 2022 13:19 - 40 minutes - 17.6 MBJoin us for a candid discussion on the state of diversity within the profession. Our special guests, two of ABC’s Scholarship for O&P Diversity winners and chair of the American Academy of Orthotics and Prosthetics Inclusion Advisory Panel, bring unique perspectives to this weighty topic.
POP! Career Awareness Initiative Update with Brett Saunders, CPO, FAAOP
June 27, 2022 15:35 - 12 minutes - 6.79 MBHear more about our OP&P Career Awareness Initiative and efforts to make the profession POP in the eyes of students everywhere. Plus, learn how you can get involved!
O&P Clinical Documentation
April 25, 2022 18:58 - 1 hour - 32.4 MBJoin us as we pick the brains of four compliance experts to discuss the clinical documentation for O&P— from writing SOAP notes, to figuring out what payers are looking for and even accreditation requirements and tips, we’re covering it all.
CMS's Prior Authorization Program: The Good, The Bad and The Newly Added Codes
March 01, 2022 14:42 - 33 minutes - 17.6 MBOn January 12, 2022, CMS added five O&P HCPCS codes to the Master List of DMEPOS items potentially subject to face-to-face encounter, written order prior to delivery, and prior authorization requirements. Join us as we sit down with Joe McTernan, AOPA's Director of Coding and Reimbursement Services, Education, and Programming to learn more.
Supporting the Profession: An Update on ABC's Projects & Activities with Cathy Carter
December 13, 2021 19:03 - 21 minutes - 8.86 MBWant to learn more about the exciting projects and activities ABC is taking on to help support the O,P&P profession? Join us as we sit down with ABC Executive Director, Cathy Carter to get the inside scoop!
A Closer Look at Osseointegration
September 22, 2021 21:27 - 28 minutes - 11.8 MBYou don’t want to miss our conversation with Kurt Collier, CP, Vice President of Prosthetics for Integrum, a company that has been providing innovative systems for bone-anchored prostheses since 1990. Even though it’s been in practice for over a half century, osseointegration has only recently been gaining popularity and interest in the U.S. O&P community.
Passion Behind the Profession with Melissa Stockwell, CP & Paralympian
August 03, 2021 15:06 - 21 minutes - 10.6 MBCheck out our exclusive interview with Melissa Stockwell, a two-time Paralympic triathlete and swimmer, 2016 Paralympic bronze medalist, Iraqi War veteran and CP. Learn about Melissa's amazing and inspiring journey from wounded warrior to world champion.
Passion Behind the Profession with Melissa Stockwell, Paralympian
August 03, 2021 15:06 - 21 minutes - 10.6 MBCheck out our exclusive interview with Melissa Stockwell, a two-time Paralympic triathlete and swimmer, 2016 Paralympic bronze medalist and Iraqi War veteran. Learn about Melissa's amazing and inspiring journey from wounded warrior to world champion.
Passage to Progress - HR 1990 Explained
May 18, 2021 15:46 - 28 minutes - 12.8 MBWe're highlighting HR 1990, the Medicare O&P Patient-Centered Care Act and main focus of the recent AOPA Policy Forum, with AOPA's Director of Strategic Alliances, Ashlie White. Find out how the passage of this bill will positively affect the entire O&P profession and what you can do to support this important effort.
Passion Behind the Profession with Tony Ward, CPO, ABC Board President
March 22, 2021 15:13 - 21 minutes - 10.1 MBTony explains how his experiences and relationships have fueled his passion for volunteerism and leadership and what it’s really like being the Board President for a national credentialing board.
How State & Regional O&P Meetings are Overcoming COVID
February 22, 2021 21:14 - 41 minutes - 18.5 MBWe sat down with two long-time O&P meeting organizers/producers to hear what challenges they’ve faced when trying to support the profession through education, networking and professional development opportunities during a pandemic. Will this be the death of state and regional O&P meetings? Listen to find out what meeting experts say is on the horizon.
Limb Loss & Preservation Registry Initiative
December 17, 2020 02:33 - 9 minutes - 5.03 MBMayo Clinic research professor, Dr. Ken Kaufman, Ph.D., P.E., joins CredCast to talk about leading the national effort to develop a Limb Loss and Preservation Registry. Listen in to learn more and find out how you can help!
Central Fabrication Accreditation DRILL DOWN
October 20, 2020 20:32 - 17 minutes - 10.8 MBJoin host, Jim Lawson as he takes a detailed look at ABC's Central Fabrication Accreditation program. Learn how becoming accredited can benefit your business and bottom line. Show your customers that you’re working just as hard as they are to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients.
Scope of Practice - Top 5 Things You Should Know
September 24, 2020 18:59 - 18 minutes - 8.82 MBAre you well versed on the Scope of Practice for your credential? On this episode, we highlight the top five things everyone should know about staying within their scope. ABC’s Director, Clinical Resources, Steve Fletcher CPO, LPO, joins Jim for a little game of Scope of Practice True or False. Listen in to play along!
Amazing Resources for Your Limb Loss Patients
August 19, 2020 19:20 - 24 minutes - 11.6 MBLook like a hero with your limb loss and limb difference patients after listening to this episode! Jim sits down with Caitlyn Hurley, Manager of the Amputee Coalition's National Limb Loss Resource Center to discuss the many valuable and free resources available to the limb loss community, many of which you may not be aware.
Improving Your Digital Marketing Strategies
July 23, 2020 18:21 - 44 minutes - 21 MBWe're connected to our electronic devices now more than ever. Join ABC's Marketing Team as they share easy strategies for using digital marketing to promote yourself or your business and tips for staying connected to your patients. Listen in as the team focuses on social media, digital badges, websites and search engine optimization.
Telehealth in O&P Part 2
June 05, 2020 15:28 - 23 minutes - 12 MBHear additional tips and insights from two practitioners who are successfully using telehealth for the continuum of patient care.
Telehealth in O&P Part 1
June 01, 2020 13:36 - 49 minutes - 23.9 MBWhether you’re already using telehealth in your practice or considering it, be sure to listen to part one of our two-part podcast which includes guidance from ABC and insight from one practice owner and the impact on her practice.
Telehealth in O&P
June 01, 2020 13:36 - 49 minutes - 23.9 MBWhether you’re already using telehealth in your practice or considering it, be sure to listen to part one of our two-part podcast which includes guidance from ABC and insight from one practice owner and the impact on her practice.
Social Distance & Safety Tips for Your Practice
May 15, 2020 20:39 - 13 minutes - 6.04 MBWondering what precautions other O&P practices are taking to keep patients and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond? We reached out to Brett Saunders, CPO and owner of Saunders Prosthetics & Orthotics Group, to learn what Brett and his staff are doing in their practice. You're sure to take away lots of good ideas and tips from this constructive conversation.
Guidance on SBA Loans
May 07, 2020 17:59 - 42 minutes - 19.9 MBJim gets the inside scoop from Jeff Magginnis, Senior VP and SBA Sales Manager of First Financial Bank. With nearly 30 years experience working in the financial profession, Jeff shares guidance on how to navigate the currently volatile environment of applying for SBA loans. Jim also interviews Tony Ward, CPO and Executive VP of Durrett’s Orthotics and Prosthetics, who shares his personal experience applying for an SBA loan during the first round of funding.
Compliance Amidst Crisis
April 20, 2020 17:27 - 47 minutes - 22.8 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a lot of uncertainty, but now more than ever compliance with emergency preparedness and patient safety standards are a must. Join us as we bring together two of ABC's top accreditation surveyors to discuss the standards that are most critical during this difficult time as well as those that tend to cause the most confusion.
COVID-19 Update
April 02, 2020 12:42 - 10 minutes - 6.01 MBCathy Carter, ABC's Executive Director, joins Jim to discuss ABC's latest updates and actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Important Code Changes
March 19, 2020 14:42 - 16 minutes - 10.3 MBJim gets the scoop from ABC's Director of Clinical Resources about important changes to the ABC Code of Professional Responsibility including new and expanded instruction on terminating a patient relationship, providing patient records, soliciting patients and illegal discrimination and harassment.
3D Printing - Opportunity or Opposition?
February 21, 2020 19:44 - 28 minutes - 7.21 MB3D Printing - opportunity or opposition? Join Jim and special guest Jeff Erenstone, CPO, practice owner and 3D printing entrepreneur, as he shares his experiences and ideas about this somewhat controversial technology and its impact on the future of O&P.
New Year, New Changes for Continuing Education
January 24, 2020 13:51 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBThis is BIG! Important and exciting changes have been made to ABC's continuing education program requirements. Jim sits down with ABC Director of Recertification Services, Michelle Gleeson, to learn what those changes are and how they affect ABC's credential holders. This is one episode you don't want to miss!
Cracking the Code
December 04, 2019 18:56 - 32 minutes - 9 MBResident Code Expert and ABC's Director of Clinical Resources, Steve Fletcher, CPO, walks us through the Code of Professional Responsibility highlighting important requirements, example violations and key processes. As an ABC credential holder, you must abide by the Code, but do you know what it says? Think of this as your Code Cliff Notes!
All About Bonds
October 21, 2019 19:24 - 17 minutes - 5.31 MBDon Foley, Program Specialist at Cailor Fleming Insurance sits down with Jim to talk about…Bonds. Surety Bonds. The discussion continues with insights on why bid bonds are needed in the competitive bidding process.
Exam Prep for Therapeutic Shoe Fitters
September 19, 2019 15:40 - 9 minutes - 6.12 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Therapeutic Shoe Fitter Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Mastectomy Fitters
September 19, 2019 15:37 - 8 minutes - 5.86 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Mastectomy Fitter Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Orthotic Fitters
September 19, 2019 15:34 - 9 minutes - 6.05 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Orthotic Fitter Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Technicians
September 19, 2019 15:29 - 9 minutes - 3.28 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Technician Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Pedorthists
August 19, 2019 18:02 - 8 minutes - 2.99 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Pedorthist Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Assistants
August 19, 2019 17:56 - 9 minutes - 3.08 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 7 helpful resources to help you prepare for your O&P Assistant Certification Exams.
Exam Prep for Practitioners
August 19, 2019 17:35 - 18 minutes - 5.7 MBYou Can Do This! Join us as we break down 10 helpful resources to help you prepare for your Practitioner Certification Exams.
Recertification Part 2: The HOW TO's of CEUs
June 20, 2019 16:36Do you need CEUs? Join host, Jim Lawson, for Part II of our Recertification podcast as he shares some great ideas on how to earn credits and track your progress.
Recertification Part I: The Tale of Two CATs
June 20, 2019 15:48 - 11 minutes - 3.3 MBDiscover a whole new way to look at your continuing education requirements as host, Jim Lawson, breaks everything down you need to know and offers up some CATchy ways to remember how it all works!
Recertification: A Tale of Two CATegories
June 20, 2019 15:48 - 15 minutes - 8.27 MBDiscover a whole new way to look at your continuing education requirements as host, Jim Lawson, breaks everything down you need to know and offers up some CATchy ways to remember how it all works!
Surveyor Insights
May 20, 2019 13:20 - 20 minutes - 5.73 MBJim gets the inside scoop from long-time ABC surveyors Dave and Kathy Edwards on what they've encountered on their many facility accreditation onsite surveys. From the most commonly missed standards, most popular resources and insider tips, this pair shares a treasure of information about surveying every type of facility.
Orthotics 2020
April 16, 2019 19:28 - 12 minutes - 7.59 MBHave you heard about Orthotics 2020? Jim gets the inside scoop from Ashlie White, AOPA’s Director of Strategic Initiatives, on this vital enterprise to protect the orthotic services upon which patients depend.
The ABCs of Compliance
March 25, 2019 18:13 - 16 minutes - 4.09 MBJim interviews ABC accreditation compliance experts, Christine Szymanski and Kyle Sins to discuss the essential information and resources needed for successful compliance with ABC's Accreditation Standards. Get great info and advice straight from the horse’s mouth! Listen to more ABC CredCast episodes.
7 Great Reasons to Host an O&P Residency Program
February 22, 2019 20:35 - 13 minutes - 7.82 MBNCOPE's Executive Director, Robin Seabrook, sits down with Jim to discuss why hosting an O&P residency program can be tremendously beneficial not only to residents and the profession, but to your practice. Listen to more ABC CredCast episodes.
Harassment in the Workplace
January 17, 2019 17:57 - 23 minutes - 6.97 MBJim interviews Katie Meyer, employment attorney and harassment law expert, on the critical topic of workplace harassment. Join us as we help business owners and employees alike navigate and understand current social norms, new rules and best practices. Listen to more ABC CredCast episodes.