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Serving Over 17,220 Subscribers Daily
January 06, 2016 #5,569  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| IN THE COURTS | |
IL Podiatrists Sue Makers of Dr. Scholl's Inserts
A group of podiatrists is not "gelling" with advertising claims made by the makers of over-the-counter foot care brand Dr. Scholl’s about just how "custom" is the fit of the brand's retail orthotic inserts. Podiatrist Dr. Lowell Scott Weil and Des Plaines-based Weil Foot and Ankle Institute LLC, which employs 17 podiatrists, filed a class action lawsuit Dec. 22 in Chicago federal court against Dr. Scholl’s parent company, Bayer AG, and its subsidiaries Bayer HealthCare LLC and Bayer Consumer Care LLC, as well as Dr. Scholl’s former parent Merck & Co. Inc. and MSD Consumer Care Inc. The lawsuit charges the companies with false advertising and unfair competition in the marketing of Dr. Scholl’s Custom Fit Orthotic inserts.
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Dr. Lowell Weil, Sr. |
The podiatrists argue that the very name of the product is false and misleading. Using definitions from Merriam Webster and from the American Podiatric Medical Association, the lawsuit defines “orthotic” as a medical term and notes that Illinois law requires anyone prescribing orthotic devices be licensed by the state. Prescription orthotic devices are made custom for each individual patient to address that patient’s unique foot, ankle, and leg structure, the lawsuit stated.
Source: Dana Herra, Cook County Record [1/4/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Collects Over 1,000 Pairs of Shoes for the Homeless
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Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Pinker |
Bruce Pinker, DPM, the Founder and CEO of Dr. D-LuCS (Doctor Designed Luxury Custom Shoes) held his 8th Annual Holiday Shoe Drive for the Homeless. Recently, a celebration to thank all the donors was held at BLT Steak in White Plains, NY. Over 1,000 pairs of footwear were donated.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
Aussie Podiatrist Wins Sprint Championship
Hayley Openshaw bounced back from a disappointing start to her Victorian campaign to claim her second successive Women’s Vase at Cricket Willow on Saturday. Despite being penalized in an earlier heat, she coasted home in easy fashion, and then was equally impressive in the final as she ran 12.89 seconds.
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Hayley Openshaw |
Hayley is preparing to move to England to pursue her career as a podiatrist. Openshaw, who has a background in beach sprinting, will compete in one more event before departing.
Source: David Brehaut, The Courier [1/2/16]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Many See IRS Penalties as More Affordable Than Insurance
According to the New York Times, the Obama Administration reports that as of this fall, 10.5 million people who are eligible to buy health insurance through the ACA exchanges were still uninsured. While the number appears to be getting smaller, “plenty of healthy holdouts remain, and their resistance helps explain why insurers are worried about the financial viability of the exchanges over time.”
Many of these holdouts chose to remain uninsured “after meticulously comparing the cost of insurance premiums and deductibles with paying for doctor appointments, lab tests, and prescriptions themselves.” For some, those costs, “which can exceed $10,000,” make the penalty for not having insurance “seem a better deal.”
Source: Abby Goodnough, nytimes.com [1/3/16] via MSSNY Daily
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| QUERIES (EHR) | |
Query: Kareo vs. Chart Logic
I am changing my office over from in-house billing and collections to outsourcing and changing my EMR in the process, as I want them all to coordinate. I have narrowed my choices down to Kareo vs. Chart Logic. Chart Logic coordinates with Advanced MD (that does the billing and collection portions for Chart Logic users). Does anyone have any input on either of these companies?
David E Gurvis, DPM, Avon, IN
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Bilateral Total Contact Casts
We have a few patients who require wound debridement and application of total contact casts bilaterally. We have one payer who continues to initially deny the payment for the casts. We appeal and the claims go under review and eventually get paid, but it takes 4-6 months. Here is the coding and sequencing we are using including the modifiers:
CPT 11042 CPT 97597-59 CPT 29445-59-RT CPT 29445 59-LT Are we missing something?
Mardon Day, DPM, Nashville, TN
Response: If the payer is Medicare, you would code the application of bilateral total contact casts as CPT 29445-50-59 (1 unit).
Some other payers may have similar coding requirements; others may want the cast application billed on two lines.
As far as the debridements, Medicare (and maybe the payer you are referring to) does not pay for debridements performed on the same limb that a cast is applied. And, obviously, if the payer did, the debridement to and including subcutaneous tissue and the selective debridement would need to be on two totally separate locations. You need to make sure that is clearly documented in your chart. Check with the payer for written policies on this.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP) | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
From: Stephen Musser, DPM
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This shoe is so hot that it appears on fire! |
Could these shoes cause burning foot syndrome? 
Stephen Musser, DPM, Cleveland, OH
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Inspired by the Beatles' "Rubber Sole"? (Photo: Bart Jannick) |
This shoe was made from old bicycle tires and pushpins.
Source: Hetty Kelderman via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Seeking long-term associate for routine care practice on Park Ave. Immediate hire available for reliable, well trained associate with good social skills. Experience necessary. Please fax CV and cover letter to 212-889-6150 or email Healthyfeetny@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NJ
We are seeking a qualified Part Time or Full Time podiatrist for our office. We're a busy podiatry office with locations in Central NJ. The office has been in practice for over 25 years and has great reputations in its communities. The ideal doctor will be comfortable participating in community services such as health fairs, educational lectures and complimentary screenings. The office will provide you with every tool needed for your success such as treatment protocols, peer networking groups, as well as a full time marketing person. We're looking to hire immediately. Email jessica@stopfootpainfast.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Established practice seeking ethical, skilled, hard working associate in summer 2016. Must be BQ(or BC) ABFAS and 3 year residency trained. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus and early partnership opportunities. Should have strong interest in advanced wound care. Great location and community. Forward cover letter and CV to: scsoledocs@gmail.com.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
Available in busy three office practice Leading to Partnership. Position available for graduate in 2016. Two locations in Indianapolis and 1 location outside of Metro area. Competitive salary and benefit package including 401, profit sharing, Health insurance. Surgery Center Ownership Available If interested forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FULL TIME/ PART TIME WISCONSIN
Opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Madison and Eau Claire areas of Wisconsin. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
A well-established, podiatry practice located in Delaware County, PA, is seeking a BE/BC podiatrist to join our team. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician with an interest in partnership. Please forward cover letter and a current CV via email to podiatrymgmt@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YONKERS, NY
Well established podiatry practice is looking for part-time podiatrist to work 2-3 days per week, including some Saturdays. Will work to get you on as many plans as possible. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure and partnership/ownership opportunity for the right individual. Please submit resume to: Podiodoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
available immediately in a busy, 30 year established, single location, high visibility office with digital x-ray, DME, diabetic shoe store, and EMR. Good patient volume and potential for partnership or purchase. Contact samuel10530@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS - DALLAS SUBURBS
Seeking well rounded individual to join our well established, modern practice. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. Very competitive salary with bonus structure and benefits. Early partnership opportunity for the right person. This is a rare opportunity. Please send letter of interest and CV to: Podiatrysbest@gmail.com
FELLOWSHIP – DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND (TEXAS)
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to latonya.rosales@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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