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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 21,134 Subscribers Daily
May 26, 2026 #8,277  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
OH Senate Passes Bill Entering OH Into Podiatric Medical Licensing Pact
The Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 354, sponsored by State Senator Kristina Roegner (R-Hudson), which would enter Ohio into the Podiatric Medical Licensure Compact. “Senate Bill 354 improves access to specialized medical care by allowing Ohio to participate in the Interstate Podiatric Medical Licensure Compact," said Senator Roegner. "This measure makes it easier for licensed podiatrists to practice across member states, helping address provider shortages, increasing flexibility for healthcare professionals, and ensuring patients can receive care more efficiently without compromising licensing standards.”
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State Senator Kristina Roegner |
As a member of the compact, Ohio would create an additional, expedited pathway for qualified professions to obtain licenses in several states. Senate Bill 354 does not alter Ohio’s existing standards or regulatory requirements for podiatric medical licensure. Upon enactment, the compact would establish a coordinated system to ensure disciplinary actions and investigations are communicated between the member states. SB 354 has been sent to the Ohio House for further consideration.
Source: Ohio State Government [5/20/26]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Choosing the Best Shoes for Summer
Summer heat calls for more than just a stylish pair of walking or running shoes. As outdoor and travel plans pick up, you need comfort that can handle longer days and unpredictable weather. As the season shifts and outdoor plans pick up, finding the perfect pair of walking shoes is all about comfort, support, and versatility.
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According to Bruce Pinker, DPM, a board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon, you'll also want to look for walking shoes that offer durability and support. Lightweight, breathable materials that reduce moisture are also key for humid days and mixed weather. Dr. Pinker also says that it is common for people to experience foot pain when they begin to walk outside again in warm weather. "Overuse injuries are common in the spring for those who may have been somewhat inactive in the winter months."
Source: Katie Scott, Yahoo Life [5/23/26]
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| PODIATRISTS IN ACADEMIA | |
PKUFH Confers Visiting Professorship on CA Podiatrist
Peking University First Hospital (PKUFH), one of China’s most historic academic medical centers, today formally conferred a Visiting Professorship on David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Surgery and Neurological Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and Director of the USC Limb Preservation Program.
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The appointment was presented by PKUFH President Yang Yinmo, MD, a noted hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon, at a multidisciplinary diabetic foot symposium held at the hospital’s Xishiku Street campus in central Beijing. The ceremony followed remarks from Professor Xu Zhangrong, a senior figure in Chinese diabetes care who has been instrumental in advancing diabetic foot programs across the country.
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Spotting a Deadly Melanoma Often Takes a Handheld Device
Lather on the sunscreen this holiday weekend and pay close attention during your skin exam. That brown spot on your leg could look like nothing to worry about, particularly to the naked eye. But early skin cancer, including aggressive melanoma, could be missed with just a visual exam.
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A new campaign is calling on more doctors, particularly in states like Florida with high rates of skin cancer, to use dermatoscopes for all skin exams. They suggest that patients seek dermatologists who use a dermatoscope, a small, handheld device that visualizes structures beneath the skin’s surface. Experts liken it to using a mammogram to detect breast cancer. The device is not new, but it has only recently been the focus of more training by medical schools and medical associations.
Source: Cindy Krischer Goodman, South Florida Sun Sentinel [5/23/26] via Dr. Bret Ribotsky
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Ways to Cut Denials at Your Practice
Most claim denials are preventable. Master these six strategies to stop revenue leaks, speed up payments, and keep your staff focused on patient care.
3. Improve clinical documentation quality
Insufficient documentation drives a significant portion of denials. Payers reject claims when documentation doesn't adequately support billed services, required documents are missing, or diagnosis codes don't justify medical necessity. The issue often stems from communication gaps between providers and coding staff. A patient may receive a covered service, but an incorrect or incomplete diagnosis code makes the claim appear not medically necessary.
Effective practices hold regular in-services to educate physicians about payer changes and documentation requirements. Using artificial intelligence (AI)-powered coding audits helps identify documentation patterns that trigger denials, allowing practices to correct behaviors before claims go out the door. Consider implementing documentation prompts in your EHR that remind providers to include necessary details. Complete documentation should specify the diagnosis, procedure details, and patient history that justify the services billed.
Source: Keith A. Reynolds, Physicians Practice [2/26/26]
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| FINANCIAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Retirement Must-Knows for 2026
Higher retirement plan contribution limits, changes to Social Security benefits, a new senior deduction, and more.
4. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can be an attractive component of a retirement spending plan. TIPS provide payments that are adjusted for inflation. They are securities that are protected by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.
Source: Christine Benz and Margaret Giles, Morningstar
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL ECONOMICS) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
I received this post from a non-physician. He apparently has his pulse on the insurance market, which provides more on the story, not from the public but from the private part of the insurance market. I urge everyone to read this.
Would you actually be shocked (as he was) that the insurance companies actually hid some of their profits using some accounting scheme and that their profits are much larger than they reported? Would you be shocked that the private insurance segment does not want Medicare for all and is doing what they can behind the scenes to stall this? None of those are surprises.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Oceanside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL ECONOMICS) - PART 1B | |
From: Vince Marino, DPM
The comment posed by Dr. Kesselman and especially the follow-up by Dr. Ribotsky are spot on. Today’s practitioner should not only read these articles but REALLY UNDERSTAND what is being said and the economics behind it. Medical practice in general is, after all, a business. Without understanding the economics and points discussed by Drs. Kesselman and Ribotsky, today’s young practitioners will have a very difficult time succeeding in the business of podiatric medicine.
Vince Marino, DPM (Retired), Novato, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Potty shoe? |
Source: Nienke van Dee via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE | |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 20,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatricnews.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
A power MTI 526 Podiatry Chair, Ritter Midmark 204 Treatment table - drawers, reclines flat, plug in to outlet. Ritter by Midmark M9 UltraClave: Steam autoclave. Will help facilitate shipping from FL. All in EXCELLENT condition. Phuxctf@gmail.com or text 646-267-1075.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BROCKTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Busy, modern and successful. 80 new patients/ month and totaling 6500K visits/year. 2150 ft2. Established 1985. Near hospitals, surgery and wound care center. Digital x-ray, certified EHR, laser. DMEs, in-house billing. Accepting all insurances. Great opportunity and growth potential. Owner is willing to stay as long as necessary. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
Thriving practice located on hospital campus with strong referrals and loyal patient base. Fully equipped and turnkey set-up. Priced to sell - below appraisal! Open Monday to Thursday but plenty of patients for five-day work week. Kansas City has a low cost of living. We have a bank contact and realtor available to help. Great for a podiatrist wanting to own your own practice or wanting to expand. Contact mcrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OKLAHOMA CITY
Oklahoma City Long standing practice in OKC for sale. Opportunity to have a strong practice from day 1. Office strategically located to referral sources and facilities. Ability to purchase real estate. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
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OPPORTUNITY FOR SURGEONS – ILLINOIS
Join an established, highly successful ambulatory surgery center specializing in podiatry procedures with available OR block time in Illinois. Credentialed physicians have the unique opportunity to grow their practice in a proven, efficient surgical environment — with the potential to become a part-owner. Benefit from an efficient, patient-focused setting designed for clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and physician partnership. If interested, please contact me at jkazygarey@algonquinsurgerycenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAS VEGAS, NV
Full-time Podiatrist position with well-established practice in Las Vegas. Any experience level is welcome. Guaranteed $150k with benefits and a bonus structure. No mandatory call required. Text (847) 830-7378. E-mail CV to: citadeljones@gmail.com
PT AND FT MOBILE POSITIONS - ORLANDO, TAMPA, FT. MYERS, JACKSONVILLE, PANHANDLE
Responsible DPM/NP/PA team players. Home visits, ILF/ALF/Rehab. Paid travel. No call. No ER. Half days or 9-5. Weekends optional. Autonomy. Potential commission up to $230K+/yr based on availability and performance. Serious FL licensed applicants email contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
PODIATRY ASSOCIATE – ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting, immediate full-time position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship are a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. 10k sign-on bonus for provider that starts before by September 1, 2026. Please email CV and cover letter to ACharlie@footanklenm.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FL, WA, TEXAS, VIRGINIA, NEW JERSEY, WASHINGTON DC, NORTH CAROLNA
Podiatry positions available for immediate hire in Nursing Facilities in Tampa Florida, Spokane Washington, Central and Northwestern Virginia, Houston and South of Austin Texas, New Jersey, and Washington DC. Send CV and Cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com
PODIATRIST (NON-SURGICAL) | FLEXIBLE · REMOTE + FIELD VISITS · FULL TIME OR PART TIME
POD Health is seeking an entrepreneurial Podiatrist for a flexible hybrid role (home visits, clinic, events, telehealth). Choose full-time or part-time (2–3 days/week) with a schedule tailored to you. Join a fast-growing organization entering a new market, deliver exceptional patient-centered care, and shape an innovative service line. Learn more and apply now: https://podhealth.bamboohr.com/careers/430
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Well established and busy practice seeking full-time associate physician for multiple office locations in the Philadelphia suburbs (Mainline, Chester, Delaware County). Seeking a hard-working podiatrist with a collaborative and comprehensive approach to patient care. Must be comfortable in all aspects of foot and ankle care from routine care to forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Board Qualified/Certified preferred. Competitive salary, production bonuses, and benefits included. Please email CV to Randi Williams: randi@hmfaa.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - FOOT HILLS OF NORTH CAROLINA
Position is available for a provider who currently holds or is in the process of acquiring an NC license. Our practice covers forefoot, rearfoot, ankle, and wound care. Hospital privileges at two local hospitals and an ambulatory center, as well as access to an in-office OR. We offer a competitive package including: Salary with a bonus structure - Malpractice and health insurance - 401K - Paid holidays and vacation. Enjoy small-town living conveniently located just 40 miles from Charlotte, NC. If you are interested, please contact me at mauney.jeff@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Amazing opportunity for the right individual! Seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and personable Physician who is a team player. Three Houston-area locations with diverse patient base and professional and extremely well equipped atmosphere. Exceptional bedside manner with kindness and professional drive required. Competitive salary. Immediate availability! office@louettafootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION PART TIME – FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY
Well established busy group practice seeking a part-time associate 2-3 days a week, with full-time potential, in Freehold, NJ. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, KS, MO, NE, OK & TN
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - NORTH SCOTTSDALE/SUN CITY, ARIZONA
An established podiatry practice in the North Scottsdale and Sun City area is seeking a full-time, motivated, and compassionate podiatrist to join our team. Great prospect for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. To apply, please submit your CV to: manager@arcadiafootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GOODYEAR, AZ (PHOENIX METRO)
Busy, modern podiatry practice seeking associate to join our growing team. Goodyear offers 350+ days of sunshine and excellent quality of life for families. Strong clinical volume with multiple ancillaries: EPAT/shockwave, MLS laser, DPMX, UltraMIST wound therapy, SWIFT, vascular/neuro testing, and on-site OR. Traditional MIS-trained surgeon strongly preferred. Interest in regenerative medicine a plus. Partnership opportunity available. Owner plans on retiring in 4-5 years. Email CV to: azpodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Largest group in the Central Valley is seeking associate in Visalia/Hanford. Must be highly motivated with good patient skills and personality. Must be board qualified or certified salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing, and will help with student loan repayment. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Office based, Surgery Center and hospital-based with no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice. Please e-mail CV and short bio to acampos@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Busy podiatry office seeking full or part-time surgically-trained podiatrist. Office and wound care-based practice with hospital in and outpatient settings and surgery center affiliation. Located in the Hudson Valley, 50 minutes north of NYC near major highways. Competitive salary depending on experience. Please forward resume to Office@cappapodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Seeking associate position as part of a multi-location practice providing care in Orange County, CA. Must be motivated, honest and hard working. The practice is well rounded with all aspects of foot and ankle care. Base salary with bonus structure. Send CV to rjspencer11@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT/PT - CHARLESTON, SC AREA
Multi-location podiatry group with excellent work life balance, ideal for family focused individual. FT Position – $150K or competitive PT position. Board Elig/Cert required. Please send letter of interest and CV to charlestonpodiatry@yahoo.com or text 803-614-0694.
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP – NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, with benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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