The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC), offers highly valued credentials in the fields of orthotics and prosthetics (O&P). BOC offers accreditation for O&P practices and certification programs for orthotic and mastectomy fitters. Additionally, BOC certifies 2,000 orthotists, prosthetists, and pedorthists. BOC-certified practitioners and accredited suppliers are included as qualified providers and suppliers in the Social Security Act as amended by the Benefits Improvement and Protection Act of 2000 (BIPA). Both CMS and the Department of Veterans Affairs accept BOC credentials. (less)