Spira Walking Shoe
Dr. Rehm recommends the Spira Walker to his patients because of its pressure relieving and shock absorbing capabilities. * The inside of the shoe allows plenty of wiggle room for toes. The removable liner is perfect for use with orthotics or arch supports.
The patented WaveSpring TM technology in both the heel and the forefoot provides unparalleled cushioning and energy return. These shoes deliver unsurpassed comfort for the serious walker or someone who is on their feet throughout the day. Spira walking shoes will put a little bounce into your life. NOW SLIP RESISTANT!
* Diabetics who fall into to the “high risk” category may qualify for assistance through the Therapeutic Shoe Bill, Medicare (Part B).
In 1993, Congress amended Medicare statutes to provide partial reimbursement for extra-depth shoes, custom molded shoes, and shoe inserts or modifications to qualifying Medicare Part B patients with diabetes. The Center of Disease Control has estimated over 90,000 lower limb amputations due to diabetes occur annually.
Experts agree that most lower limb amputations are preventable with appropriate footwear that is properly fit.
People Who Qualify:
- Have diabetes.
- Have one or more of the following conditions:
- History of partial or complete foot amputation
- History of previous foot ulceration
- History of pre-ulcerative callus
- Peripheral neuropathy with evidence of callus formation
- Poor circulation
- Foot deformity
- Are being treated under a comprehensive diabetes care plan and need therapeutic shoes and/or inserts because of diabetes.
What is Reimbursable? Within a given calendar year the patient can receive 80% of the allowed amounts for one of the following:
- 1 pair of depth shoes and 3 pair of inserts
- 1 pair of custom molded shoes (with inserts)
- Shoe modifications can be substituted for inserts
- Custom molded shoes are only allowed when depth shoe will not fit