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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,665 Podiatrists Daily
January 11, 2014 #4,965  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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FINAL REMINDER - PM News will not be publishing from January 13-17th. We will resume publishing on January 18th.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Barry Announces Two Appointments
Dr. Albert Armstrong has been named as Interim Dean of the School of Podiatric Medicine at Barry University, and Dr. Jeffrey Jensen as Director of the Paul and Margaret Brand Research Center. Both appointments are effective immediately. Dr. Jensen has chosen to focus his attention on guiding the further growth and development of research opportunities associated with the Brand Research Center. He will also continue to engage in student recruitment.
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(L-R) Drs. Albert Armstrong and Jeffrey Jensen |
Dr. Armstrong has been a member of the Barry community since 1995. A Barry alumnus, Dr. Armstrong earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) in 2000. In addition to his DPM, Dr. Armstrong has a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences also from Barry. He became a full-time assistant professor in 2003 and was promoted to associate professor in 2010. In 2009, he was named Associate Dean of Podiatric Medicine.
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ACE USA and RPS Healthcare Expand Podiatrist Professional Liability Coverage
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid guidelines and rules resulted in a record number of investigations and enforcement actions in 2011. ACE Medical Risk, a division of ACE USA, has responded through an endorsement that increases limits on Medicare/Medicaid legal expense reimbursements, raising coverage limits from $30,000 to $50,000 per action, with an annual aggregate of $50,000. This product is underwritten by companies within the ACE Group, an A.M. Best “A+” rated carrier, and is offered to podiatrists exclusively by RPS Healthcare, National Program Administrator of the Podiatry PLUS programs and one of the largest wholesalers and the largest Managing General Agent in the country. For more information Call 800-397-9697 ext 2646.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Minimalist Shoes Require Break-in: AZ Podiatrist
Runners should take time to break in their new shoes before running in earnest, Dr. David W. Jenkins, professor at the Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine of Midwestern University in Glendale, said. "If one is to begin running in minimalist footwear, one needs to break in the new footwear for many weeks before training in earnest," Jenkins told Reuters Health.
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"Some sources have suggested at least 6 weeks and what I suggest, break them in for a few weeks just walking around before even attempting to wear (them) running, and then do the slow 6-week build-up in miles," he said.
Source: Reuters Health [1/9/14]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query; Crossover 1st and 2nd Toes in 14 Month Old
My patient is a 14 month old male, sent by the pediatrician for crossed 1st and 2nd toes. He recently started wearing shoes, and he seems uncomfortable when the shoes are on. The parents moved him into larger shoes, but he slides out of them.
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Crossover 1st and 2nd Toes in 14-Month Old |
According to the pediatrician, the child is otherwise healthy and has had normal childhood development and reached milestones appropriately. I'm looking for appropriate treatment ideas, or where the child can be referred for appropriate treatment
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: X-Ray Poser Box
Does anyone know of a source for an x-ray poser box. Schein has one, but it is too small.
Brian Kiel, DPM, Memphis, TN
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Billing Toe Filler Insert
I dispensed a pair of diabetic shoes to a patient with a digital amputation on one foot. I billed the following:
L5000-KX, A5513-KX as 3 separate line items.
The A5513 was paid, the L5000 rejected as "inappropriate, invalid or missing modifier." Any suggestions?
Bryant Tarr, DPM, Sudbury, MA
Response: You're actually fortunate to have been paid for the A5513 as that requires an "LT" and "RT" modifier in addition to the "KX" modifier.
As for the L5000 (partial foot, shoe insert with longitudinal arch, toe filler), this must also have the correct anatomical site modifier ("LT", "RT") appended.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBAMACARE) | |
From: Mark Weaver, DPM
Yes, Ted, all four patients left in a huff. Now look at your Internet ratings; they probably all called you a "money grubbing whore" as well! It sounds like a joke, but think of the implications. I won't mention paying the bills while not getting paid, but you only get ONE reputation in a lifetime. Guard it with your life.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLL) PART 1A | |
From: Billie A. Bondar, DPM
I am writing again...to say that the stress and frustration that one goes through when dealing with network termination is not to be taken lightly. I had voiced my words negatively at APMA when indeed they were on board for me with a letter of support.
Let me note that I was heading for a second appeal to this network with an attorney per PICA to find that the network's medical director had sent a rejection letter to me for the first appeal accidentally, pushing a wrong key on his computer. I won the appeal and did not need to get an attorney. My credentials, my integrity, my clean record, my training, and my board certification choice were of strong standing in...
Editor's note: Dr. Bondar's extended-length letter can be read here.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM QUICKPOLL) - PART 1B) | |
RE: Have you recently been dropped from an insurance network?
From: Bryan Markinson, DPM
I am confused. Let me start by saying that I have the utmost respect for Drs. Garoufoulis and Guiliana. They are doers and elevate our profession in their daily work. Dr. Garoufalis states that we have been warned that the ACA would result in commercial carriers shrinking their networks, yet APMA went to bat for Dr. Bondar with Multiplan. The results of that meeting was that, "APMA has been warning of this."
I would like to know exactly why the networks are shrinking. Does it cost money to keep a provider electronically in a database? Is it a credentialing issue? Is it a control issue? Do we really want to be included in these plans? What became of...
Editor's note: Dr. Markinson's extended-length letter can be read here.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM QUICK POLL) - PART 1C | |
From: Joel Lang, DPM
I would like to piggyback on Dr. Shavelson’s recent post about being dropped from insurance plans. I wholeheartedly agree with his approach. For those people who voted a few weeks ago that they would change professions if they could – they should. I don’t necessarily mean to leave podiatry, but change their mode of practice and more important, their mode of thinking.
Do what you do best. Create a niche for yourself within the spectrum of podiatric services at which you excel or that you most enjoy. When you enjoy your work, it will translate to your patients and success will follow.
Dissatisfaction comes from ‘dancing to someone else’s music’. The values of success, satisfaction, self-esteem, happiness are generated ‘internally’. You create them for yourself. You can’t depend on others to grant them to you. Being happy is a decision, not a function of your surroundings. Being successful is a decision, not a false comparison to someone else’s standards. When your children and grandchildren sit on your lap and look into your face, appreciate that you really are the person they think they are seeing.
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA
Group practice seeking personable well trained podiatrist. ABPS Qualified/Certified. Must be motivated with excellent clinical, charting and surgical skills – comfortable with all aspects of podiatry including limb salvage and flatfoot reconstruction. Practice has all modern conveniences and experienced support staff. Send email of intent (subject: New Associate) with CV:1footassociate@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Group practice in Ohio seeks a well-trained surgeon, PSR24/36 preferred. Our practice provides all of the latest technology needed to provide patients with the best care, including Lasers, PAD Testing, DME, EMR and Digital X-ray. Competitive compensation package including salary and bonus. Please send CV to: DPMgroup1@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HARRISBURG, PA
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBANY, NEW YORK
Exciting opportunity to join a busy, growing and progressive practice with great support staff. Need someone well qualified, motivated, ethical, and personable. Very competitive salary with bonuses. Please email cover letter and CV to Kfriedman@albanypodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, two location group practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Above average salary and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
PODIATRY OFFICE FOR RENT - STATEN ISLAND, NY
1000 square foot (approximate) office in large modern medical center. Good parking, public transportation, 36 years as a podiatry office. 5 exam rooms, business office, lab, reception room, bathroom, central air. Great layout. Designed for Podiatry/medical. Call 212 794 0089
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