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American Amputee Foundation, Inc

Contact Information

Executive Assistant
P.O. Box 94227

North Little Rock, AR 72190

501-835-9290 (Voice),
501-835-9292 (FAX),

Internet Resources

Abstract

The American Amputee Foundation, Inc. (AAF) was established in 1975 as a national information clearinghouse and referral center serving amputees, their families, and care providers. The foundation researches and gathers information on amputation including studies, product information, available services, self-help publications, and hundreds of articles concerning amputation and related conditions. AAF has helped with insurance claims, justification letters to payers, indirect financial help with prosthetics, technical assistance in developing self-help programs, life care planning services, and just general questions about amputation.

Publications

AAF publishes a resource directory every two years.

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Notes

11.25.11. added 1 doc, updated abstract, categories and services - DK

Audit

Date Entered: 9/1/1997
Date Edited: 2/18/2013
Date Revised: 10/22/2006 3:24:52 PM
Health Referral Number: HR2429
Accession Number: DP92A1178
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