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In 2025, the HME industry will be defined by…

✔️ Adaptation and Innovation: The industry is complex and ever-changing, which means embracing change is imperative for adjusting operations to keep pace.

✔️ Data-Driven Purpose: Improving health outcomes is what drives the work AOs do, and clear data helps organizations maintain focus and validate their success.

✔️ Customer-Centric Service: Customers are increasingly expecting organizations to meet their needs and deliver great service — not just products.

Click below to read the latest edition of Voices by HME Business where BOC President & CEO, Judi Knott, MA, MBA, CAE, discusses the business concepts that have contributed to BOC’s 40 years of success and shares her perspective on where the HME industry is headed.

https://hme-business.com/voices/voices-judi-knott-ma-mba-cae-president-ceo-board-of-certification-accreditation-boc/

Voices: Judi Knott, MA, MBA, CAE, President & CEO, Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) - HME Business This article is sponsored by the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC). In this Voices interview, HME Business sits down with Judi Knott, President and CEO of the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC), and discusses the organization’s extensive expertise in accreditation and certificatio...

Don’t let your CEU balance come back to haunt you! 👻 Remember, to keep your credentials in good standing, you must achieve your CEU requirements by 12/31/24. Check your balance and enter your CEUs at MyBOC. https://myboc.bocusa.org/

Happy Halloween! 🎃

“Our society values a feminine shape, and when clothing doesn’t fit properly, you just don’t feel comfortable in public spaces. So really, what we’re trying to give people back is their sense of self, their sense of confidence.”

Meet Laura DeWitt, a BOC-certified Mastectomy Fitter and owner of Allies, a BOC-accredited facility in Bellingham, WA. Discover how she has become a vital resource for women in her community.

https://www.columbian.com/news/2023/mar/18/bellingham-store-is-only-one-in-region-to-serve-breast-cancer-survivors/

Bellingham store is only one in region to serve breast cancer survivors Many businesses would consider it an accomplishment to achieve national accreditation. For one, it’s especially significant: This Bellingham-based business is the only one of its kind north of Everett

BOC is excited to welcome two new Staff members to our team: Beth Alemu, Client Success Manager, and Lindsey Bledsoe, Marketing Communications Manager.

Both Beth and Lindsey bring valuable experience and enthusiasm to their roles, and we’re thrilled to have them on board! To learn more about BOC’s stellar team, click here: https://bocusa.org/about/staff/

The choice to use a breast prosthesis after a mastectomy is deeply personal, and we're here to support those navigating this journey. Check out the article below to learn more about the process.

Thank you to Everyday Health for citing BOC as a trusted resource for finding a Certified Mastectomy Fitter (CMF).

https://www.everydayhealth.com/breast-cancer/7-things-to-know-before-getting-fitted-for-a-breast-prosthesis

7 Things to Know Before You Get Fitted for a Breast Prosthesis If you’ve opted to get a breast form after your mastectomy, here’s how to prepare for your breast prosthesis fitting.

BOC's Board of Directors convened in Chicago, IL for our Fall Board Meeting! We were pleased to present Board Member Rick Todd, COF, with the plaques for achieving the BOC Five Star Customer Service Distinction at both of his business locations. 🏆

We also enjoyed an early birthday celebration for Board Member Dr. Abel Guevara III, DHA, MHIM, FACHDM, RHIA, mMBA, CPhT-Adv, CDME, during a delightful group dinner. 🎉

It was wonderful to connect in person, and we truly appreciate the hard work and dedication our Board members bring to BOC's success!

BOC leaders, including President & CEO, Judi Knott, MA, MBA, CAE, and COO, Matt Gruskin, MBA, BOCO, BOCPD, CDME, attended American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association's National Assembly in Charlotte, NC last week. It was a great opportunity to connect and share insights with our valued clients, partners, and friends in person.

Pictured in order: Kevin Symms, BOCO, BOCP of OandPServe LLC; Matt Gruskin; Rosanna Medina, CMF, COF of Home Orthopedics Corporation; Pedro Gomez, BOCP of Home Orthopedics Corporation; Alan J. Kercher, BOCP of Advanced Joint Kinetics LLC; and Judi Knott.

As recent data breaches in the healthcare sector underscore cybersecurity risks, it's essential for healthcare organizations to enhance their defenses. By focusing on three key areas of , businesses can strengthen their digital armor:

🔒 Staff Training
🔒 Two-Factor Authentication
🔒 Effective Password Management

Thank you to The O&P EDGE for featuring BOC’s Wil Townsend, MSIT, and his expert insights in their September issue!

Cyber Risk Is Growing. Are You Prepared? - The O&P EDGE Magazine In 2024, Change Healthcare, a major health payment processing company, experienced a data breach that exposed sensitive patient information. This incident raised widespread concern in the Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, […]

Happy Labor Day! Our administrative offices are closed today, Monday, September 2. We will resume normal business operations on Tuesday, September 3. Enjoy the holiday!

Stop by and see us at American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association's 2024 National Assembly in Charlotte! You don’t want to miss:

✔️The best in O&P business education and advanced clinical programming; networking with the most influential people in the profession.
✔️Access to the latest technologies in the exhibit hall.
✔️The opportunity to earn more than 100 CE credits; and the ability to win prizes.

Learn more at www.AOPAassembly.org.

Join us in recognizing those who go above and beyond by nominating a colleague for the Jim Newberry Award for Extraordinary Service. This esteemed award honors individuals who embody the exceptional dedication exemplified by James Newberry, Jr., BOCP, BOCO, BOCPD, and contribute significantly to BOC's mission.

The nomination period closes Monday, August 19th. Click below for more information.

https://ow.ly/6o9v50STnGN

Thank you to HME News for highlighting our 2024 Certificant of the Year, Chris Casteel!

Chris Casteel: ‘If you want to salsa dance, you have to put the work in’ DETROIT – Certificant of the Year Chris Casteel, a former machinist and plant manager, “jumped naively” into his career as an O&P professional, but in the two decades since, he’s used his experience,

Recipient of the 2022 Jim Newberry Award for Extraordinary Service, Terri McLeod obtained her first certification from BOC in 1985 and spent 51 years specializing in mastectomy fitting. If you're considering obtaining credentials, click below for her perspective on how helps your career.

https://ow.ly/6mHC50SMqMa

Terri McCleod’s three-minute elevator speech on certification NEW YORK – Terri McLeod, who received the 2022 Jim Newberry Award for Extraordinary Service, worked at a pharmacy/DME to put herself through college, obtained her first certification from the Board of

BOC is proud to join forces with So Every BODY Can Move by participating in their ! Earlier this week we surpassed our goal of 150 miles of movement during the month of July. 🎉 Today, we celebrated as a team with a group walk during lunch. 💪

So Every BODY Can Move was launched in 2022 and aims to disrupt healthcare inequity by mobilizing grassroots advocates to champion local, state-by-state legislative change. The 28×28 Mobility Challenge invites us to get active for 28 minutes a day for 28 days to support policy and advocacy efforts.

BOC has enjoyed moving together as a team to help drive vital change! To learn more about how you can get involved, visit soeverybodycanmove.org.

The decision to use a breast prosthesis after a mastectomy is a deeply personal one. Thank you to our friends at Everyday Health for detailing the process and citing BOC as a trusted resource for finding a Certified Mastectomy Fitter (CMF).

If you’ve opted to get a breast form after your mastectomy, here’s how to prepare for your fitting: https://bit.ly/4czVm4O

Before you get fitted for a breast prosthesis, it’s a good idea to connect with a certified mastectomy fitter. You can search the BOC International or the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics’s databases for certified fitters near you.

BOC’s Judi Knott, President and CEO, and Jane Webster, VP of Strategy, Growth, and Regulatory Affairs, were honored to attend the 2024 Breece Fellow luncheon in Washington, D.C. on June 26th. Thank you for the invite, National Association for the Advancement of Orthotics & Prosthetics (NAAOP).

Happy Independence Day! 🎆🎇

Our administrative offices are closed today, Thursday, July 4. We will resume normal business operations on Friday, July 5. Have a safe and happy holiday!

The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) proudly announces Chris Casteel, BOCO, BOCP, co-owner of Anew Life Orthotics and Prosthetics, LLC, as the recipient of the 2024 Certificant of the Year Award. Read more about Chris' accomplishments here: https://ow.ly/VgBK50SuG5y

In observance of Juneteenth, BOC’s Administrative Office is closed today, June 19. We will resume our usual office hours tomorrow, June 20.

Connect with BOC at Heartland Conference in Waterloo, IA! Josh Bressler, Shanae Davis, Matt Gruskin, Daniel Holsey and Cynthia Tolson will be at Booth #702....please stop by to say hello!

Don't miss our two sessions on Tuesday, June 11th! Josh Bressler will be speaking from 8:30am-9:20 am on, "Ensuring Accreditation Success: Tackling the Top Deficiencies" and Matt Gruskin will be presenting from 1:45pm-2:45pm on, "Incorporating Lymphedema and Compression Garments into Your Practice."

We look forward to seeing you there!

The O&P Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the national Limb Loss & Preservation (LLPR) Subscription Award program. The O&P Foundation will accept applications from June 3rd to July 1st, 2024 from O&P patient care organizations to receive a one-year sponsored subscription to the LLPR. Learn more here: https://www.oandpfoundation.org/professional-awards/llpr-subscription-award

Today is the day we honor the brave men and women who died in the military service of our country.

In observance of Memorial Day, BOC’s Administrative Office is closed today, May 27. We will resume our usual office hours tomorrow, May 28, and look forward to assisting you then.