MCC 8049 - Podiatrists

Merchant Category Code 8049 is designated for businesses operated by podiatrists, who are healthcare professionals focused on diagnosing and treating foot, ankle, and related lower extremity disorders. This MCC is primarily used in the healthcare sector, capturing transactions from clinics and individual practices that offer podiatric medical services.

Types of Services

• Podiatric Consultations and Examinations: Evaluations and diagnoses of foot-related issues by qualified podiatrists.
• Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatments: Procedures ranging from minor in-office treatments to surgical corrections of foot ailments.
• Orthotic Fittings: Custom designing and fitting orthotic devices to provide support or correct foot anomalies.
• Wound Care and Diabetic Foot Care: Specialized care regimes focusing on wound management and diabetic complications affecting the feet.

Related MCCs

• MCC 8011: Medical Services and Doctors: Includes other types of medical professionals and general medical practice services.
• MCC 8031: Osteopathic Physicians: Covers services provided by licensed osteopathic healthcare practitioners, focusing on other areas of the body.
• MCC 8099: Health Practitioners, Medical Services – Not Elsewhere Classified: A miscellaneous category for healthcare providers not specifically covered by other MCCs.

FAQs

• Is MCC 8049 specific only for podiatrists?
  - Yes, it is specifically used for businesses and transactions related to podiatric services.
• Can a hospital with a podiatric department use this MCC?
  - Individual transactions for podiatric services within hospitals might use this MCC, but overall hospital billing may fall under a different code.
• Does this MCC cover sales of podiatric equipment or products?
  - Typically, MCC 8049 is for services provided by podiatrists rather than product sales, which may fall under different retail or wholesale MCCs.

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