Credit Hours
1.25 Scientific Credits
Learning Objectives
- Explain the clinical rationale for MPK use in K2-level patients, supported by emerging evidence and real-world outcomes.
- Describe recent CMS policy clarifications regarding K2 and K3 classifications and how they affect clinical decision-making.
- Identify appropriate outcome measures for tracking the effectiveness of MPKs in K2 transfemoral amputees, including second prosthesis rates.
- Discuss strategies for responsible technology adoption, including avoiding overutilization and ensuring patient safety and benefit.
- Apply clinical guidelines and documentation strategies from the roundtable to enhance decision-making in everyday practice.
- Access and utilize key resources to inform practice and advocacy efforts.
Course Description
Presidential Academy Think Tank Roundtable - Advancing K2 Prosthetic Care (PresAcadRT-2025-S1)
(1.25 Scientific Credit) Join the Academy's President, Dr. Gerald Stark PhD MSEM CPOL FAAOP(D) for a roundtable discussion that convenes clinicians, researchers, and policy experts to explore the evolving role of microprocessor knees (MPKs) in K2-level prosthetic care. This 60-minute session fosters robust dialogue on emerging clinical evidence, CMS policy developments, and the ethical responsibilities of implementing advanced technologies. Participants will engage in meaningful discussion, review real-world data and patient outcomes, and examine strategies for responsible adoption, documentation, and advocacy.
Event Presenter(s)
Presenter Name(s)
• Dr. Andreas Kannenberg, MD(GER), PhD
• Phil Stevens, CPO, FAAOP, MEd
• Dr. Shane Wurdeman, Phd, CP, FAAOP(D)
• Dr. Gerald Stark PhD MSEM CPOL FAAOP(D)
DISCLAIMER
The user acknowledges that the workshops, handouts, and related course materials contained therein are intended for educational purposes only, and should not be considered to be legal advice or a substitute for legal or clinical consultation. These presentations address issues that are multi-faceted, and the user should not assume that the courses discuss every law, regulation, or ethical code that may be relevant to the subject matter. Legal and ethical standards are subject to change and it is always prudent to check to see whether a particular law, regulation, or ethical standard may have changed.
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