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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,725 Podiatrists Daily
January 29, 2014 #4,974  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRIC INVENTORS | |
CO Podiatrist Uses 3-D Printer to Produce Ultra-Thin Orthotics
Dr. Greg Stilwell is a retired podiatrist who has been researching orthotics for "minimalist" runners who use very thin running shoes instead of traditional running shoes. Because many of these runners have experienced injuries due to the shoes providing little impact protection for the feet and legs, Stilwell designed an insert that will work inside a minimalist running shoe, helping to prevent these injuries.
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Looking to someday market the inserts, Stilwell was working with the San Juan College School of Trades and Technology Enterprise Center to develop a business plan, and the center referred him to David Scott and Scott Seavey who, along with their students, utilized the 3-D printer to make a mold for the inserts. It took the printer three hours to manufacture the mold. Stilwell hopes to continue to utilize the Enterprise Center to incubate his business, Hozhoni Health Services, and is currently researching manufacturing equipment that he can use to make the inserts locally.
Source: Leigh Black Irvin, The Daily Times [1/27/14]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
NY Podiatrist Sells Custom-Made Shoes Designed to Last a Lifetime
Choosing style over fit leads to long-term problems, says Dr. Bruce Pinker, a White Plains foot and ankle surgeon, including the inability to wear said shoes with any measure of comfort. “Feet have to be functional and most footwear is not functional,” he says. That realization led to a new business for Pinker: Dr. D-LuCS, a line of custom-made shoes for men and women. And they are popular: He estimates that he has designed and sold between a thousand and two thousand pairs a year since starting the business in 2010.
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But Dr. D-LuCS will cost you; shoes are $2,795 and the boots are $3,995. Pinker defends the cost by noting that his shoes are handmade with leather specifically for each customer. And each pair is designed to last a lifetime. He offers a $349 refurbishing program in which customers can bring their shoes in at any time and have the outer soles, lining, laces, and details redone.
Source: Karen Croke, lohud.com [1/23/14]
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| RETIRED PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Retired NC Podiatrist Finds Success Keeping Things Dry
Summer is the high season for Dry Corp., an innovative Wilmington company that's all about keeping things, well, dry. Summer is the season when kids get out of school and become active – active enough to sometimes break an arm. The company's Dry Pro products seal up those casts, with a sleeve forming a vacuum to keep out the water, explains former podiatrist Dr. Roy Archambault, head of the company he started in 1998. It's something that saves vacations and trips back to the hospital for new casts.
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The combination of innovative products and the company's culture of collaborative ideas and camaraderie are the ingredients for success, said Archambault, called Dr. Arch by his staff. That success was enough to earn the company the title "Small Business of 2013" by Business North Carolina magazine.
Source: Wayne Faulkner, Star News Online [1/25/14]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Bone Biopsy
My billing department keeps changing my bone biopsy codes from CPT 20245 (biopsy, bone, open; deep [e.g., humerus, ischium, femur]) to CPT 20240 (biopsy, bone, open; superficial [e.g., ilium, sternum, spinous process, ribs, trochanter of femur]) when I perform a bone biopsy of a metatarsal during a transmetatarsal amputation. I interpret the codes to be superficial and deep.
When simply taking a trocar biopsy or rongeur or other instrument through an already open deep wound, I believe it to be a superficial bone biopsy since it lies just beneath the subcutaneous tissue level. When, however, an incision is made with full dissection for complete exposure of the metatarsals and multiple biopsies are taken with clearance cuts, etc., I believe that to be a "deep" procedure. Am I interpreting this code incorrectly?
PM News Subscriber
Response: No, you are not. Your billing department is correct that the open biopsy of bone you are performing is considered "superficial" (not even closely equal to a bone biopsy of the humerus or femur).
Regarding your bone biopsy performed of "metatarsal during a transmetatarsal amputation," I'm a little confused. Since you are submitting the distal foot in its entirety to pathology following the transmetatarsal amputation, the only way you would be able to independently also bill and be reimbursed for a bone biopsy is separately operating to removal a portion of metatarsal bone proximal to the amputation site. Is that what you are doing? Why not request that pathology study the quality of the bone with culture of the proximal portion of the amputated foot?
Harry Goldsmith, DPM, Cerritos, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: William Deutsch, DPM
I've read with amusement DPMs complaining because treating RFC patients conflicts with scheduling new patients. My advice would be learn how to run your practice instead of complaining about RFC. New patients should get priority booking. If your front desk isn't getting that new patient into your office the day they call or the next day, they'd better have a great reason and "there weren't any openings" isn't one of them.
Competition among health professionals for patients is only going to increase. The solo practitioner shouldn't let any opportunity pass because his days are numbered, and when they're gone, he's gone.
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From: Ed Davis, DPM
Dr. Solomon recently made the following comments: "Even if we know our negotiated fee, in many instances, we aren't even allowed to collect it. I pose the question: "In what other business is it required that instant credit be extended to all customers, and with terms that are undefined and difficult to enforce?"
He is correct in that healthcare providers are extending credit to patients for services rendered. That is the insurance game known as "time value of money" in which there is a monetary value to the...
Editor's note: Dr. Davis' extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Offer for Unmatched Residents
From: Richard Willner, DPM
For the last 13 years, the Center For Peer Review Justice has been fighting on the side of the underdog. One of our specialties is working with terminated medical and surgical residents. We would like to try our luck with the unmatched young podiatrists. We would like to help three (3) unmatched podiatrists work towards the enhancement of their resume so that they would be more competitive for the next match.
We certainly think that we have interesting ideas in mind. There is no fee for this service. For an application, please email your interest to us.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Dennis Shavelson, DPM
The NY Conference provided a forum for stepping forward and upward at a critical time in our professional evolution. I sensed that the attendees were eager to take advantage of it.
My colleagues were better dressed and imaged. They had smiles on their faces and zip in their step. I saw DPMs taking control of their destiny instead of whining about things they cannot control. I witnessed them opening up their wallets and investing in...
Editor's note: Dr. Shavelson's extended-length letter can be read here.
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As a sales rep who covered Ontario for 25 years selling podiatry supplies, I was saddened to see that James Stewart DPM passed away. He was always a pleasure to work with and always talked about family and hunting or had a good fishing story to tell before talking business. A truly nice guy will be missed very much.
Craig Nilsen, Henry Schein Medical
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - CONNECTICUT
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL PA
Looking for an associate with strong surgical training. Personal and energetic a must. The physician will provide all aspects of podiatric practice, including sports medicine, wound care, and foot and ankle surgery. Competitive compensation package. Partnership opportunity for right person. To apply, please email, letter of intent and CV to premierfootpa@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC/MD
High volume practice with sports medicine emphasis looking for a PSR24/36 month trained full-time associate to replace retiring senior partner. Work with a prominent residency program with an opportunity to invest in an outpatient surgery center. Please send CV and cover letter of practice philosophy to hgodpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN, NJ
Part-time position available in Southern NJ. Podiatrist wanted for house calls as well as some facilities. Flexible schedule, possibly leading to office hours in the future. Well established practice, now extending services. Looking to fill this position immediately if you are available. Please respond to drjpel@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- MANHATTAN AND BROOKLYN
Podiatrist wanted for busy, expanding group practice which covers all aspects of podiatry including surgery. Must be able to work in both Manhattan and Brooklyn locations. Position available asap. Please send resume and references to yfrierson@starrettpodiatry.com.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST NEEDED - BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent opportunity for a motivated, ethical and enthusiastic associate. Practice is established and hospital affiliated. PSR 24/36 and Board eligible/certified by ABPS preferred. Must be competent in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Competitive salary with incentives. Email CV to manfootcare@aol.com or fax to (718) 875-3171.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Podiatrist in Chicago. Independent, energetic Dr. needed to do house calls; schedule will be accommodated due to Dr.'s preferences; both full- and part-time will be considered. Send your inquiries to: dpms2@hotmail.com
HOME FOOT CARE, INC. – LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Be part of the fastest growing podiatric house call company on the West Coast! We need motivated, honest, caring podiatrists to treat our growing network of home patients located in the greater LA area. Flexible hours, independence and great compensation! If interested, send CV to:homefootcare@hotmail.com. Check us out @ www.footdocs2u.com
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 - NY (ROSLYN AND HUNTINGTON)
Join one of the largest podiatry groups on the East Coast. Well established and progressive offices, including EMR, digital x-ray, PVR and NCV studies, PinPointe laser, and Microvas therapy. For more info, www.GreatFootCare.com. Send resume to: Dr.Kassaris@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
High volume practice seeking a hard-working, motivated, Connecticut licensed podiatrist. Duties to include diabetic foot care, wound care and minor office procedures. Please submit CV to:podiatrypeople@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
Advanced Podiatry is seeking a full-time podiatrist in a professional environment for all ages in the office and nursing homes. Applicants must be BC/BE in ABPM or ABPS. Advanced Podiatry is located in Harrisburg, PA. Position pays salary plus benefits. If interested call 717-657-5050 or email at lvgreerdpm@verizon.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Corsicana Foot and Ankle is seeking an PSR-24 associate with possible future partnership. Brand new state-of-the-art facility, one hour south of Dallas, complete with EMR, digital x-ray, PADnet, ultrasound and hospital privileges. Competitive salary with benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to footdoc3143@gmail.com
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