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Podiatrist

Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service ProvidersPodiatrist
21,076 providers nationally213E00000X

Definition

A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
213E00000X
Grouping
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Classification
Podiatrist
National Providers
21,076
Conditions Treated
0

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