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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,475 Subscribers Daily
January 06, 2017 #5,835  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
UK Podiatrist Awarded Sought-After Fellowship
A podiatry academic from the University of Plymouth has been awarded a sought-after Clinical Trials Fellowship from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR). Dr. Joanne Paton, Podiatrist in the School of Health Professions, was one of only six academics nationally to receive the fellowship, after submitting a successful joint application with Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) in Plymouth.
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Dr. Joanne Paton |
The fellowships are designed to support existing NIHR Trainees with an interest in, and experience of, working with clinical trials. Dr. Paton is currently an NIHR Clinical Academic Research Fellow and leads the Balance Enhancement, Ulcer Prevention (BEUP) research group at the University; the work of which is focused on improving the foot health outcomes of people with diabetes and neuropathy. The group has particular expertise in the development and evaluation of insoles for people with diabetes at increased risk of developing foot ulceration or experiencing a fall.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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 | |
10 Steps to Help Make Your Practice Labor Compliant - Part 6
With employment litigation prevalent, most employers have come to expect that a former or current employee will, at some point, sue or file a complaint. Medical practices have to be more proactive to protect themselves. The following steps may not only help prevent the problem, but better position a medical practice to defend a case brought by an employee, should one arise.
6. Well Document Employee Conduct. Poor employee performance and employee misconduct must be documented. When it comes to defending a practice against claims of discrimination, especially those arising from a claim of discriminatory termination, most employers will claim the termination was based upon months or years of poor performance or misconduct. The employee will often argue that their performance was exemplary and that the termination was motivated by their race, religion, gender, etc. When a warning or counseling of the employee is not documented, the employee will almost always argue that it did not happen.
Source: Keith Goldstein, Physicians Practice [12/24/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Recommendation for a Healthcare Attorney
After being in solo private practice for 19 years, I have been offered a position with a local orthopedic group. I would be coming in as an employee. Although I see many advantages in being part of a larger group, I want to make sure I am making all of the right decisions. I am looking for some recommendations for a healthcare attorney or consultant who has guided many DPMs through this exact process.
Name Withheld
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| QUERIES (SPORTS MEDICINE) | |
Query: Soccer Cleates for Young Children
I would like to hear my colleagues' opinions on the appropriateness of soccer cleats for younger kids (<6 years old). Do you feel these are necessary and more importantly, safe? I never played organized soccer and can't speak from experience, but at their light weight and limited strength and speed, I can't imagine traction is a huge problem for this age group, and being anchored to the ground could increase torsional strain on lower extremity joints.
Brad Shollenberger, DPM, Reading, PA
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Staff Performing CPT 17110
Can the office staff perform CPT 17110 (destruction [e.g., laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement], of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions) and bill this code without the doctor being in the office?
Anna Sanders, Clarksville, TN
Response: In my opinion, the answer would be a resounding “no.” In the State of Illinois, if an unlicensed staff member provides procedural or surgical treatment as described in the post, it would be practicing medicine without a license. Not only would it be illegal to perform said treatment, but also to bill an insurance carrier for the surgical services performed by an unlicensed member of the doctor’s staff.
I recommend you check with your state licensing board (my response may not be the same for your state). If you do check with your licensing board and get a response, I would appreciate you sharing it with us.
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
Mort was my colleague, teacher, mentor, and friend. In 1970, straight out of residency, I became his associate. A week later he was off to Israel. I survived during his absence not knowing anything about office routine. He taught me a lot about life and the practice of medicine. I will miss him at the GPMA meetings Rest in peace dear friend.
Michael J Solomon, DPM, Atlanta, GA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Kickboxing shoes? |
Source: Refinery 29
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PISCATAWAY AND HILLSBOROUGH, NJ
We are a busy office with locations in Piscataway and Hillsborough, NJ. The office has been in practice for over 25 years and has great reputations in its communities. We are looking for a motivated, driven doctor to work in and grow the office. This candidate will be comfortable meeting doctors and business owners in the area to build referral relationships .The office will provide you with every tool needed for your success such as treatment protocols, peer networking groups, and a full time marketing person. Hiring immediately- drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN MICHIGAN
Associate wanted for rapidly growing multi-physician practice. Competitive pay with partnership track available. Great opportunity for right person. Must have good work ethic and no ego. Send CV and contact information to: Staff@Advanas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, we have state of the art facilities with EHR, lasers, EPAT, digital x-ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please Contact CHARLENEW@FACSTL.COM.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Exciting opportunity! Busy Nassau County, NY office seeks full time podiatrist. State-of-the-art facility. Complete EMR, digital radiograph and diagnostic ultrasound. Excellent salary and benefits. must be board qualified. Please email CV to medicalofficeinquiry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA
Large Practice in East Central Florida has a fulltime position open. Responsibilities include servicing patients in ALF and SNF facilities along with inpatient hospital responsibilities. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION-UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Group practice seeking hard working associate after January 1. ABFAS BC or 3 year residency preferred. Should have strong interest in surgery and wound care. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus and partnership opportunities. Near mountains and lakes. Forward letter of introduction and CV to: scsoledocs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Seeking an outstanding, highly motivated candidate with top-notch personal, clinical and confident surgical skills and training to join established & highly esteemed diverse practice. Full privileges available for entire podiatric spectrum of practice. Great opportunity with long-term potential. Send complete resume and references to footandankle22@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CAPITAL DISTRICT NEW YORK
Two office practice, well established over 45 years. Practice includes surgery, sports medicine and general podiatry. ooking for motivated, well-rounded associate. Base pay, bonus package, and other benefits included. send resumes to: dicaps@msn.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Well rounded, hospital based, podiatry practice includes general podiatric pathology, sports medicine, surgery, and wound care/ limb salvage. Currently 4 DPMS and 3 offices. Large number of new patients monthly, digital x-rays, and EMR. Offices located 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. More affordable cost of living; great place to live. Excellent opportunity as 2 senior DPMs continue to cut down. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Must have PM & S- 36 training. Please email CV to eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Central/Eastern Suffolk County seeks part time (possibly full-time) associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY – CHICAGO
Multi-location group-Chicago/Near West Suburbs - Opening for ABFAS Board Certified/Qualified associate for Chicago. Surgical/ortho patient load. No nursing homes. Must hit the door running! EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, shockwave, surgery center & amazing support staff. Benefits available, associateship available for the right doc. Send CV to chicagopodwork@gmail.com
2017 GRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Expanding Long Island based, well rounded group practice seeks 2017 third and fourth year graduating residents or fellows to join our state-of-the-art practices. Our practices are affiliated with multiple hospital systems, surgical and wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Caring, ethical, board qualified/certified candidates with surgical training and leadership qualities who are willing to live/relocate to the Long Island, NY metro area. Email CV to: Drbrook@countryfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - FREDERICK, MARYLAND
Group practice seeks well-trained podiatrist to join our group. Our practice has all the bells and whistles. Hospital emergency room call is required. Must be confident in Trauma, Ankle Fractures and Diabetic Limb Salvage. Drsteinberg@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NY & PA
3 doctor, multi-location practice in NY & PA seeking associate. Partnership available after 1 year. Email CV and contact information to atuccio@stny.rr.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE – INDIANAPOLIS
For motivated, hard-working residency-trained podiatrist in busy 3-office practice leading to partnership. Would consider 2017 residency graduate. 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. Forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net.
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