Description
For persons who reported at least one foot problem during the past 12 months, who still have the problem, and who got medical care for their foot problem during the past 12 months from an orthopedic specialist, PODTRORTHOV indicates the number of times the person saw an orthopedic specialist for such care.
PODTRORTHOV was introduced in 1990 as part of the NHIS Podiatry Supplement. The purpose of this supplement is to obtain current data concerning problems with the feet, access to foot care, and the amount, frequency, and type of foot care obtained. For related variables and more information about this supplement, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.
