Can I get my insurance to pay for these?                                                             The short answer is yes. But the coverage is very limited. If you have Medicare Part B, then you would be covered. But you will need the following to do so:

• A statement of need from your certifying physician.                                                                                                                        A prescription from your physician in charge of your diabetes regimen treatment.                                                                                                                         You must be fit by a qualified professional - and this is important! You cannot be fit through the mail or on-line! If you get a mailer or call from someone who tries to do this with you - beware. This is against Medicare policy and considered a fraud of the Federal Government and no diabetic shoe looks good with an orange jumpsuit.

Who needs to write my prescription?

The footwear for the diabetic patient is prescribed by a doctor. Most patients who are at risk for complications are referred to a foot care professional such as a podiatrist. Footwear issues are typically addressed by the professional who performs these services. However, the primary care clinician must become involved in the footwear prescription and/or assessment. Even if you see a Podiatrist and he or she writes you a prescription for diabetic shoes, you still MUST have your primary care physician authorize and approve the treatment before you can bill Medicare.