Definition
Programs that are staffed by specialists who provide comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services for individuals who have diseases of or injuries to the feet. Conditions treated may include bacterial and fungal infections, skin and nail disorders, benign and cancerous tumors, congenital and acquired foot deformities and foot problems caused by illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis and cardiovascular diseases. Treatment includes use of surgical procedures, casting or other forms of immobilization and the prescription of corrective devices, oral and locally injected medication and physical therapy. Included are services provided by podiatrists, chiropodists and other foot care specialists. Foot care may also be provided by nurses. Podiatrists are health professional specialists with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
URL Name
LV-7200
Third Level Code
LV-7200
Taxonomy Code
LV-7200
Parent Code
LV
Family Code
L
Second Level Code
LV
Use References
Chiropodist Care, Foot Care, Podiatry, Diabetic Foot Problems Management, Foot Specialist Services, Podiatrist Services
Publication Status
Online