Of the 16 million Americans with diabetes, 25% will develop foot ulcers. Did you know that Medicare covers certain therapeutic shoes, inserts, and modifications for people with diabetes who meet the specified qualifying requirements? Did you know that only 5% of the diabetic patients are aware of Medicare’s therapeutic shoe bill and have taken advantage of this benefit? Medicare will cover 80% of the cost of diabetic shoes, including three sets of orthotics with the proper prescription from your family physician. Who qualifies? Medicare Part B diabetic patients who have had documented certification from their physician. Follow these three simple steps to receive diabetic footwear:

Step 1: See your physician to have the order form (supplied by Williams Physical Therapy) filled out. Please click this link to download a printable Statement of Certifying Physician for Therapeutic Shoes Form.

Step 2: Then, fax or bring us your complete prescription.

Step 3: We will set up an appointment to fit your diabetic shoes and inserts.

For more information on diabetic feet, please click here.