On January 1, 2013, IBC will be eliminating the capitated podiatry program design for our commercial and Medicare Advantage HMO/POS members. This change will allow members broader access to the podiatry network. As a result of this change, primary care physicians (PCPs) will no longer need to select one designated podiatry provider. Commercial and Medicare Advantage HMO/POS members will have access to any podiatrist in the HMO network. Commercial and Medicare Advantage HMO/POS members will still need to obtain a referral from their PCP for podiatry services. Direct POS members will not require a referral. If you have any questions about this change, please contact your Network Coordinator.