Wisconsin Administrative Code Podiatry Affiliated Credentialing Board
ðŸ›ï¸ Overview of the Podiatry Affiliated Credentialing Board
The Podiatry Affiliated Credentialing Board is established under Wis. Stat. § 15.406(3) and operates within the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). It is affiliated with the Medical Examining Board and derives its authority from Wis. Stat. ch. 448, Subch. IV. The board's primary role is to regulate the practice of podiatry in Wisconsin, ensuring public safety and professional standards.
Board Composition
Members: The board comprises:
3 licensed podiatrists
1 public member
Appointments: Members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Legislature for 4-year terms.
Current Members:
James Whelan – Chairperson (Term expires 7/1/2028)
Robyn W. Paloian – Vice Chairperson (Term expires 7/1/2027)
Daniel F. Elmes – Secretary (Term expires 7/1/2027)
Vacant – Public Member
📚 Key Administrative Code Sections
1. Licensure Requirements (Pod 1.03)
To obtain a license to practice podiatric medicine and surgery in Wisconsin, an applicant must:
Submit a completed application form and the required fee.
Provide verified documentary evidence of graduation from a board-approved school of podiatric medicine and surgery.
Submit evidence of successful completion of the required examinations .
2. Examinations (Pod 1.06)
Applicants must:
Complete the American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination (Parts I, II, III).
Pass an open-book examination on statutes and rules governing podiatric practice in Wisconsin.
Undergo an oral examination if there are concerns regarding the applicant's ability to practice safely .
3. Continuing Medical Education (Pod 3.02)
To maintain licensure, podiatrists must:
Complete biennial continuing medical education (CME) programs approved by recognized bodies such as:
Council on Podiatric Medical Education
American Medical Association
American Osteopathic Association
Wisconsin Podiatric Medical Association
Alternatively, evidence of graduation from a board-approved school of podiatric medicine and surgery within the preceding two years may satisfy the CME requirement .
4. Locum Tenens License (Pod 1.09)
A locum tenens license allows a licensed podiatrist from another jurisdiction to practice temporarily in Wisconsin. Requirements include:
A completed application form and the required fee.
A letter from a Wisconsin-licensed podiatrist requesting the applicant's services.
Evidence of a valid license from another U.S. jurisdiction.
Successful completion of an open-book examination on Wisconsin's statutes and rules governing podiatric practice .
5. Practice Standards for Physician Assistants (Pod 9.01)
The board establishes practice standards for physician assistants practicing podiatry, as provided in Wis. Stat. § 448.21(4). These standards include:
Requirements for podiatrists supervising physician assistants.
Guidelines for the scope of practice and responsibilities of physician assistants in podiatric settings .
âš–ï¸ Enforcement and Penalties
Violations of the podiatry regulations may result in:
Fines up to $10,000
Imprisonment for up to **9 months
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