Podiatry Services

(1) Reimbursement for Essential Services. DVS will reimburse for podiatric services essential for the prevention and treatment of disease. It is not the intent of the program to provide cosmetic or unnecessary services. Podiatric services will not be approved without a statement of medical necessity from a physician. (2) Number of Allowed Visits. Recipients will be allowed one visit per month. Other service must be documented, including diagnosis, and description of treatment plan, and reviewed by the DVS. Procedures for specific foot problems which require surgery, either in the podiatrist’s office or in a hospital, shall be referred to a medical consultant. Podiatric services will not be approved without a statement of medial necessity from a physician and they require prior DVS approval.