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Endocrine Society Signs Joint Letter Urging an Increase in Beneficiary Access to Medically Necessary Therapeutic Shoes for Persons with Diabetes

October 15, 2025

Dear CGS and Noridian DME MAC Medical Directors:

The undersigned organizations request that the Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs) revise “Therapeutic Shoes for Persons with Diabetes – Policy Article” (A52501) to help restore beneficiary access to this important Medicare benefit. Our organizations represent numerous providers, patients, and suppliers committed to supporting effective management of care for patients with diabetes.

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