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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,558 Subscribers Daily
February 03, 2020 #6,606  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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What's your opinion of the My Feet Are Killing Me Cable Series?
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
ID Podiatrist Appointed as Hospital Board Member
Podiatric surgeon Dan Robinson, DPM, was sworn in as a member of the Blackfoot, Idaho-based Bingham Healthcare board of directors. Dr. Robinson replaces orthopedic surgeon David Peterson, DO, filling the board seat designated for the hospital's chief of medical staff.
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Dr. Dan Robinson |
Dr. Robinson is part of Bingham Healthcare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Blackfoot, Idaho Falls and Pocatello.
Source: Angie Stewart, Becker's Spine Review [1/29/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
FL Podiatrist Keeps Passion Burning on the Baseball Diamond
Stephen Guida, DPM has been leading two vastly different lifestyles: one as a prominent Fort Lauderdale physician specializing in podiatry for the last 28 years and the other as a crafty veteran pitcher who has stood the test of time playing for the semi-pro Federal League since 1993.
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Dr. Stephen Guida |
In 2003, Dr. Guida was named MVP of the Federal League, earned Cy Young honors, and was the Manager of the Year. As a pitcher that year, he posted an impressive 11-1 record. The former Fort Lauderdale Flying L and Florida State Seminole has won five Federal League championships in his career and the competitive side has him yearning to add one more with his current team, the Hallandale Twins.
Source: Emmett Hall, Sun Sentinel [1/31/20]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
7 Ways to Take Back Uncompensated Time - Part 7
Physicians spend a significant amount of their workdays—probably 20% or more—on uncompensated tasks thanks to a barrage of regulatory requirements, says Joseph Valenti, MD, a board member of the Physicians Foundation, a non-profit physician advocacy group. “This equates to at least $50,000 of lost revenue per physician annually,” he says. Here are some tips from board members on reducing the amount of uncompensated time you spend in your practice:
7. Stay focused patient visits
Keep visits and communication focused and on track.
Source: Lisa A. Eramo, MA, Physicians Practice [1/17/20]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Howard Joseph, DPM
Dr. Howard Joseph, 94, died Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at his home in Oneonta, following a brief illness. He was a practicing podiatrist and served in the Army in World War II.
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Dr. Howard Joseph |
He was man who lived life to the fullest. He was known for his generosity, curiosity, caring for others, and always giving back to the community. He was instrumental in the creation of the Community Health Center, the Arc organization, and being part of business consulting teams through the Small Business Association for people starting their businesses.
Source: The Daily Star [1/30/20]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Bone Marrow Aspiration
I have heard various things about a CPT code for bone marrow aspirate of foot or tibia that is billable. However, I don’t find anything that fits. Is there a CPT code that I can use other than an unlisted code because, typically, I just don’t bill that service?
Darren Elenburg, DPM, Oklahoma City, OK
Response: The proper codes are the following:
CPT code 38220 Diagnostic bone marrow, aspiration(s). If diagnostic bone marrow biopsy(ies) AND aspiration(s) performed at the same session, use CPT 38222
CPT code 38221 Diagnostic biopsy(ies)
CPT code 38222 is listed as Biopsy(ies) AND aspiration(s). This is not to be reported with CPT 38220.
If performing bilaterally, use the above codes with a -50 modifier.
Alan Bass, DPM, CPC, Manalapan, NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Zimmer enPuls Shockwave
My office is considering buying the Zimmer enPuls shockwave and wants to get some feedback on its effectiveness and ROI from anyone with experience.
Michael Piccarelli, DPM, Staten Island, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: ABPM Non-Recognition of Residencies
From: Vladimir Gertsik, DPM
Since primary podiatric medicine, podiatric orthopedics, and other names are gone (with their respective residencies), it is time to acknowledge that most non-surgical podiatrists are pretty much the same. Some see more kids than others, some do more orthotics than others, but we are still mostly podiatrists. I appreciate the name change. But what I do not appreciate is the stubborn refusal of the Board to recognize their own residency types (now obsolete but nevertheless CPME-approved at their time).
All podiatrists who have in good faith completed a residency program should have a pathway to board qualification. ABPM does not recognize its own residencies! Why should these pathways ever be closed? This is absurd. If a 2-year residency was acceptable 20 years ago, why is it no longer acceptable? Do 20 years of practice count for anything? Apparently not. What are these boards trying to prove, and to whom? Since there is no logic in all this, I feel that this board is not legitimate.
Vladimir Gertsik, DPM, NY, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2A | |
From: Alan Sherman, DPM
Dr. Allen Jacobs in a recent letter said, “I was evaluating a post-op Austin-Akin patient today. She told me that she watched the (My Feet Are Killing Me) reality show. Her exact words were; “I’m impressed. I had no idea podiatrists did such complicated things.” This just goes to show you how different a patient’s perspective can be from a physician’s. I’m wondering what she saw on the show that seemed more complicated than the intricate surgery that she had done by Dr. Jacobs. Maybe she meant, “unusual” or “serious” or “rare” or “bizarre”, but complicated? We should all be more aware of how different a patient’s perspective can be from our own.
By the way, keep an eye out for media segments that Drs. Ebonie Vincent and Brad Schaeffer did on the Dr. Oz Show, TMZ, DailyQ, Good Day, and recently, they filmed a segment for the Tamron Hall Show which aired on Friday at 1PM. These two podiatric reality superstars have been quite busy talking up podiatry to a huge national audience.
Alan Sherman, DPM, Boca Raton, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2B | |
From: Stephen Kominsky, DPM
The last few words spoken by [Dr. Jacobs'] patient have been my mantra for the 37 years that I have been in practice. Instead of the APMA producing Johnny Sorefoot Balloons and the like, I have always felt, and feel even stronger today, that it is an absolute MUST that the “lay-public” be educated about what a podiatrist can do. For someone in this day and age to ask a podiatrist that question is a "Shonda" (Yiddish expression meaning something terrible).
Just like the AMA has done a miserable job on educating the public about the declining reimbursement, we have done a poor job regarding our education and abilities. We MUST be better at telling everyone what a podiatrist can do, and do it better than anyone else, or we will not survive.
Stephen Kominsky, DPM, Washington, DC
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear while watching Superbowl LIV |
Source: Nike
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate and July 2020 positions for busy practice in SWFL. ABFAS or ABPM BC or BQ. Athena EMR, Digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, plus bonus w extensive benefits. Also 1 fellowship position: ACFAS-approved surgical fellowship open for 2020 yr. MIS, RRA Surgery, Practice Management w over 2400 procedures/650 cases/yr. Must have foot/RRA ABFAS qualified status by 8/2020. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASHVILLE, TN
Established practice (3 locations) looking for a full-time podiatrist. Must be personable, motivated, and dedicated to our growing practice. Must have strong skills in diabetes, general podiatry, and surgery. The ideal candidate will be able to merge into an already protocol-based office. Please email CV to mendozadpm@comcast.net.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - WASHINGTON, D.C./METROPOLITAN MARYLAND
Established practice (3 locations) looking for a full-time podiatrist with opportunity for partnership. Must be motivated, personable and dedicated to our growing practice. Must have strong skills in wound care, diabetes, general podiatry and surgery. The ideal candidate will be able to merge into an already protocol-based office. State of the art, fully staffed facility including EMR, PadNet, DME, digital x-rays and shoe stores on premises. Staff privileges at 3 local hospitals. Great location close to Washington D.C. and Virginia. Please send C.V. to marylandpodiatryjobs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - SUBURBAN NEW YORK CITY
Unique opportunity for highly skilled podiatrist to work with nationally renowned foot surgeon in well-established practice. Surgery, sports medicine, and dermatological focus: PinPointe laser, fluoroscope, diagnostic ultrasound, and other modern equipment. Must be surgically trained, willing to work hard, and grow with us. Partnership potential. Generous signing bonus. Join our successful family and winning team with over 40 years of experience proudly serving our community. Please send cover letter and CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - KENTUCKY, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, TENNESSEE and BUFFALO, NY
Podiatrist owned and operated company looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Homes in and around St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri as well as Minnesota, Tennessee, and around the Buffalo, New York area. Generous compensation offered. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND, NY
FT associate position available July 2020 with a nearly 40 y/o group practice on LI. Future partnership opportunity. Compensation includes competitive salary & production bonus, pension, medical & malpractice insurance & PTO. Board qualified/certified needed for hospital affiliation. Send CV to PODCOAL@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL NEW YORK
Multi-doctor, multi-office podiatric practice looking for a full-time associate to support our growing patient demand. Candidates must be highly motivated, hardworking, and exhibit excellent bedside manner. Competitive salary (base + bonus) offered with benefits. Four season fun abounds in beautiful Central New York. Must be actively seeking Board Certification or already Board Qualified or Board Certified. Send CV to Practice Manager at info@westsidepodiatrycenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - RICHMOND, VA
Busy podiatric office is looking to hire an associate doctor. If interested, send CV to PO Box 8211, Richmond, VA 23226 or email odiel@comcast.net
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced doctors as well as new associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS
Group practice immediately seeking DPM. Must have MO license. Good mix of clinical/surgical work; no travel. Part or full-time. Full-time includes malpractice, health insurance, 401k, professional fees. Please send CV to mopodgroup@gmail.com.
FRIDAY IMMEDIATE COVERAGE NEEDED – MANHATTAN
Well established Park Avenue practice seeking experienced podiatrist for immediate hire Great start for right individual. Email healthyfeetny@gmail.com with short intro and CV with references. Full scope of podiatric medicine and surgery with in-office fluoroscopy and lasers.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – NORTHERN NJ
Associate, full-time wanted for busy modern office with the latest technology. Well established, all aspects of podiatry. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter as to ehy this interests you to DRFOOT44@GMAIL.COM
HOME FOOT CARE, INC.- MOBILE PODIATRISTS-GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA
Podiatrists needed to see home bound patients in the following areas: San Bernardino/Riverside, Lancaster/Palmdale, Ventura/Oxnard, Los Angeles Choose your own days/hours, excellent monthly compensation, cloud-based EHR, dedicated support staff. If interested, email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLEVELAND SW SUBURBS
Excellent opportunity to join a 30 year old well-established busy two office location practice seeking a PSR-36 Board Qualified/Certified with ABPS. All phases of podiatry from surgery to wound care. Staff privileges at 3 local hospitals. Modern offices recently remodeled and equipped with certified EMR, digital x-rays and all aspects of DME. Significant opportunity for growth and development. Please forward CV to medical123@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Associate podiatrist wanted for full time position in very busy, well established Southern California group practice. Competitive salary plus many benefits including license fee, DEA fee, malpractice insurance, hospital application fee and CMEs offered. Please e-mail CV to: podiatrists@icloud.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Come Work for Us, We are a running multiple fulltime clinics thru out the greater Los Angeles area. We are seeking a talented full-time Podiatrist to join our growing team of DPMs. The right candidate will have strong clinical and surgical skills and must be able to hit the ground running. Your success is measured by how quickly you can assimilate into our protocol and procedures. Earn a very competitive salary on top of generous bonuses paid quarterly, additional benefits include medical insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and malpractice, not to mention growth opportunity up to partnership. Please send C/V to: comeworkforDPM@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DURANGO, CO / 4-CORNERS AREA
Busy 4-corners foot and ankle clinic searching for podiatrist with 3-year residency training. Practice expanding and in need of motivated doctor who can appropriately treat operative and non-operative patients. Partnership track preferred. Multiple ancillary streams available. Income Guarantee $150-200K first year. Please send CV to nlhuge@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – BOCA RATON, FL
Unique practice for sale in the heart of beautiful Boca Raton, Florida. Great first or second office with lots of upside potential. Priced right! For more information contact podiatristpodiatrist@gmail.com for NDA.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – BRONX, NY
Busy long standing practice in central location. Looking to transition someone to run the practice or can purchase outright. Office has new equipment including digital x-ray and large treatment areas. Serious inquiries only. Please email for more info. feetny56@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA
30 yr surgical practice 50% ankle/rearfoot. Modern building (seller owned) 1 block from Hosp. PCP, Ortho, urgent care surgical referrals. Will stay for transition. Contracts with ACO and panels transferable. Dedicated staff willing to stay on. Recent grads could acquire enough cases for boards in the first year. Anklepractice@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST PA
This practice is the opportunity to buy in and have the practice you have always wanted. Fully equipped with technology, strong market position and established patient based. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – JUPITER, FLORIDA
Thriving almost full-time practice for sale. All aspects foot & ankle medicine and surgery. Modern office and technology. Located in Jupiter, Florida. Near to hospitals and outpatient facilities. For more information contact: JupiterPodiatry214@gmail.com
PHILADELPHIA AREA HOME CARE PRACTICE FOR SALE
Established ten years. Broad referral base includes Home Care & Hospice departments of Penn, Main Line Health, Crozier-Keystone, VA. Mercy, VNA, Private Agencies, MD/DOs & DPMs not doing house calls. Territory includes Philadelphia, Delaware Counties & Main Line. Medicare & Cash Only. Low Overhead! Huge number of homebound patients need care. Great expansion potential into Bucks & Chester counties & world of Managed Care. Leonard Goldsmith, DPM 610-529-7505. captlengoldsmith1@comcast.net
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