- Briefly describe a specific question, or set of related questions, about a health care test or treatment that this program should consider.
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The efficacy of prophylactic trimming of corns and callouses.
- Describe why this topic is important.
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Medicare spends much money for these treatments. (podiatrists charge for a procedure and also a level III E&M charge but does practice improve any medical outcome? (It also has harmful effects.)
- How will an answer to your research question be used or help inform decisions for you or your group?
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If this is being done primarily for vanity Medicare should not pay for it. I'm also concerned about the risk of infection if it's not helpful.
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- Please choose a description that best describes your role or perspective: (you may select more than one category if appropriate)
- Medical Director
- If you are you making a suggestion on behalf of an organization, please state the name of the organization
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