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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,726 Podiatrists Daily
February 1, 2014 #4,977  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
TX Podiatrist Helps Prepare Runners for Austin Marathon
Sally Tanner pushed herself in training to reach her goal of running the Austin Marathon, and it took a toll on her feet. She developed plantar fasciitis. "It's kind of hard to run if you can't feel your feet," said Tanner. Her podiatrist, Dr. Ana Urukalo, fitted her for arch supports. "We have been very busy," said Dr. Urukalo. "Typically this time of year in Austin with the marathon and the half marathon ... the last 6 months have been quite busy."
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Dr. Ana Urukalo |
Dr. Urukalo says she treats a lot of marathon runners for plantar fasciitis or stone bruises caused by fallen arches. The key is giving your feet support. "Number one: start with a good pair of shoes," she says.
Source: Deeda Payton, KEYE-TV (CBS) [1/30/14]
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
FPMA Installs New Officers
The Florida Podiatric Medical Association (FPMA) installed its new officers at the 74th Annual Meeting held at the Scientific and Management Meeting (SAM) in Orlando, FL. Elected were:
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Dr. Maria Noll |
President: Maria Noll, DPM
1st Vice President: Stephen Levin, DPM
2nd Vice President: Paul Brooks, DPM
Treasurer: Joseph Conte, DPM
Secretary: Mark Lambert, DPM
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
UK Podiatry Students Tend to The Homeless
The homeless were given foot care from a podiatry lecturer and students from New College Durham, attending to 40 people at the Crisis Centre in Newcastle. They took fresh socks, creams and medical supplies, which were donated by Robinson Healthcare and DLT Podiatry, and delivered treatments including bathing feet, general foot and nail care, and patient-specific foot health advice and treatment. The homeless people were given new socks.
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Podiatry lecturer Barbara Chambers, who also volunteered on Christmas Day, said: "Helping out with the Crisis team is not only a very rewarding thing to do but it is also very humbling. It makes you appreciate how much we all have in our own lives. The Crisis 'guests' we saw were so grateful for the very basic commodities in life such as a bowl of warm soapy water to soak their feet in and a clean pair of socks."
Source: Wharfvalley [1/30/14]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Partial Plantar Facial Tears
Does anyone have any pearls for treating partial plantar facial tears? These patients are usually in agony with high levels of pain. I have dabbled in PRP and amniotic injections, but I have concluded that results are mixed. I have referred patients to colleagues for radio frequency ablation, also with mixed results. Is there someone with a treatment protocol with more consistent results?
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: TCC-EZ Cast System
Does anyone have experience using the new TCC-EZ cast system with any type of boot other than the one the TCC-EZ company sells?
Paul Gill, DPM, Severna Park, MD
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Blood Thinner Qualifier
Does Xarelto meet the Medicare criteria for the ICD-9 286.9 (other and unspecified coagulation defects) diagnosis for qualifying routine foot care?
Lisa, Office of Gary Goodman, DPM, Clearwater, FL
Response: Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is classified as an oral anticoagulant. Additionally, the pharmaceutical website states the following: “Xarelto is the first and only novel oral anticoagulant …”
Coumadin (warfarin) also is classified as an anticoagulant. I believe one could argue that any policy covering Coumadin should also cover Xarelto (Rivaroxaban).
It is my opinion that if a Medicare carrier approves treatments for routine foot care based upon diagnosis code ICD-9 286.9 (other and unspecified coagulation defects), Xarelto should meet the criteria.
Mark Block, DPM, Boca Raton, FL
Codingline subscription information can be found here
APMA Members: Click here for your free Codingline Silver subscription
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Charles Morelli, DPM
$4.000 is normal for a "refurbished" head and $7,000 is normal for a new one. In my opinion, this is the main problem with this laser. After so many uses (or pulses fired from the head of the unit), the head burns out and it will need to be replaced.
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From: Howard Lepolstat, DPM, Simon Young, DPM
Perhaps if the schools trained students better in routine foot care, they would become more proficient, and it would take them less time to render more effective treatment.
I think we are missing the point when we are discussing RFC. As I see it, there is no real entity called RFC. We are examining the feet of at-risk patients. Although the end point is nail care and hyperkeratotic care on an at-risk patient, the main concept should be evaluation and management of the at-risk patient. Examination in RFC involves vascular and neurovascular status, dermatologic exam, orthopedic exam, etc. Unfortunately, the patient and everyone else doesn't perceive or understand what is involved in nail care. The same concept exists for care of hyperkeratotic lesions, which in addition to causing foot pain and ulcerations in the at-risk patient, also contributes to falls. Literature I've seen links hyperkeratotic lesions to gait disturbances, and falls. With all this emphasis on fall prevention, shouldn't this be part of the equation.
We think too little of the value of the services we provide, yet our services are valuable and important. I strongly feel podiatric services and foot care have finally come to the forefront of many specialists now (endocrinologists, vascular, rheumatology, orthopedics, primary care). This has resulted in a reduction in extremity amputations, and podiatric care is leading the way. Forget about "RFC" and consider it "chronic necessary foot care to the at-risk patient," which has and is resulting in decreased mortality, morbidity, and costs.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - TENNESSEE
Opportunity for fully credentialed podiatrist(s) needed to join or purchase a high-volume practice with enormous growth. Located on the largest medical center/hospital campus in East Tennessee. Please email CV, letter of intent, and references to PodiatryFootAnkle@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 – 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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - AUGUSTA, GA
Established group practice seeking PSR 36, Associate lead to Partnership/Ownership. Includes fully accredited Ambulatory Surgical Center, EMR, PADNet, DME. All phases of podiatry with wide open opportunities in rear foot and ankle with established doctor leaving practice. Reply MOTTPOD@comcast.net
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
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