When, during an examination or as a result of laboratory tests, a podiatrist discovers a debilitating or systemic disease (such as diabetes mellitus or ischemia caused by circulatory deficiency), the podiatrist must inform the member that a physician evaluation is necessary and must document this referral in the member's medical record.

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Subchapter Number and Title Page

MassHealth 4. Program Regulations

4-6

Provider Manual Series (130 CMR 424.000)

Transmittal Letter Date

Podiatrist Manual

POD-60 11/15/08