Don't settle for anything less than the "Real Deal". Introduced in 1996, the Richie Brace was the first custom ankle foot orthosis to combine a balanced custom foot orthosis with a semi-rigid ankle brace. The Richie Brace has been prescribed to thousands of patients for the non-operative treatment of Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction, Lateral Ankle Instability, Ankle and Midfoot Arthropathy, and Neuromuscular Weakness of the Ankle. The Richie Brace has an unparalleled track record for patient compliance and effectiveness. Remember, if it isn't a Richie Brace, it's only an imitation.

1. To register for free Medicare billing visit www.SafeStep.net. Whether you are applying for a Durable Medical Equipment Supplier number for the first time or have already been billing Medicare, the required forms will be mailed to you, already filled out, free of charge. It takes Medicare approximately 3 weeks to process your application if you already have a Supplier number and up to 3 months to issue one if you do not. See how easy billing can be by clicking on the "AFO Billing Demo" on the SafeStep homepage.

2. Order Richie Brace to fit your patient from these authorized Richie Brace Dealers. For casting instructions and order information call:
   

3. After fitting your patient for the Richie Brace, enter billing information on the SafeStep web site. Claims are submitted electronically and should be paid by Medicare in 3 to 4 weeks. For additional information on Medicare billing call:
   SafeStep at 866.712.STEP (7837).