Contemporary Care of the K2 Transfemoral Amputee: Evidence, Access, and Clinical Practice

Date and Time

October 8, 2026

12–1 p.m. CT

10/08/2026 12:00 PM 10/08/2026 01:00 PM America/Chicago Contemporary Care of the K2 Transfemoral Amputee: Evidence, Access, and Clinical Practice This webinar brings together a multidisciplinary panel to examine what this policy shift means in everyday practice. Drawing on findings from the Ascent K2 study, panelists explore the functional profile of the K2 amputee, outcomes data supporting MPK access for this group, and what responsible candidacy looks like.

Location

Virtual Event – Hanger Clinic University

Cost: Free
CE Contact Hours: 1.0 CE hours

All attendees are required to attend the entire session. Throughout the presentation learning outcomes will be assessed through instructor interaction, knowledge checks, and attendee’s participation in question and answer. Registration and course enrollment are completed online prior to the start of the course. Completion sign out and assessments (if required) will be provided at the end of the course. Course evaluations and completion certificates are available after sign out and assessments (if required).

About This Course

Recent changes to CMS Medicare policy have expanded access to microprocessor knees (MPKs) for K2-classified lower limb amputees — a shift that changes how healthcare professionals identify, document, and advocate for this patient population.

This webinar brings together a multidisciplinary panel to examine what this policy shift means in everyday practice. Drawing on findings from the Ascent K2 study, panelists explore the functional profile of the K2 amputee, outcomes data supporting MPK access for this group, and what responsible candidacy looks like.

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Target Audience: Physical therapists, Occupational therapists, Nurses, Case Managers, and O&P Clinicians

Objectives

Upon completion of this program, learners will be able to:

Describe the recent CMS Medicare policy changes that expanded microprocessor knee access for K2-classified lower limb amputees.
Summarize key findings from the Ascent K2 study and explain how the functional profile of the study population demonstrates the technology’s impact on mobility, safety, and quality of life outcomes.
Explain the clinical management pathways, rehabilitation strategies, and documentation standards required for K2 transfemoral amputees.
Articulate the physical therapist’s role in advocating for appropriate MPK access — including how PT documentation, clinical observation, and interdisciplinary collaboration with prosthetists can drive better outcomes for K2 amputee patients.

Hanger Clinic University Registration and Course Enrollment

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