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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
February 05, 2021 #6,880  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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Should podiatry present itself as a profession or a medical specialty?
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
APMWA Announces 35th Annual Student Writing Competition
The American Podiatric Medical Writers Association (APMWA) has announced its 35th Annual Student Writing Competition.
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All papers MUST be non-technical in nature. Appropriate subjects include practice management, ethics, law, education, or any topic that would be suitable for a lay publication.
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There is no word limitation. Papers will be graded for content, style, grammar, neatness, and overall impact.
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First prize one thousand dollars ($1,000), Second prize seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750) Third prize five hundred dollars ($500) sponsored by an APMA Educational Foundation endowment from Dr. and Mrs. Steven Berlin, and recognition in the APMA NEWS and the APMWA Newsletter. Honorable Mention Certificates may also be awarded.
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This competition is open to ANY enrolled podiatric student.
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Entries must be received by 4/1/21 via e-mail at bblock@podiatrym.com
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Entries become the property of APMWA, which may arrange publication of the entry.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Calluses Can Be Dangerous: MN Podiatrist
According to Conway McLean, DPM, "Calluses on the feet, be they on the toe, sole, or heel, can be dangerous. There are a multitude of treatments, methods, and approaches for minimizing the consequences of chronic skin pressure. These calluses can be treated, and often should be, so see a specialist. There are consequences to calluses… they just may not be today."
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"Calluses, once an afterthought, often turn into a source of pain. This process of skin thickening has more implications than just pain. Fibrosis is scarring of the deeper layers of skin and can be intensely painful with pressure. Skin breakdown can also result at these sites. Alternatively, ulcers can develop when skin is thin and unhealthy, as in those with arterial disease. Those with heart disease are also prone to this common occurrence," says Dr. McLean.
Source: Mining Journal [2/2/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
WI Podiatrist Discusses Plantar Fasciitis
If you experience chronic heel pain, chances are you suffer from a condition called plantar fasciitis. An estimated 10 percent of Americans suffer from this condition. "Patients with plantar fasciitis often experience a sharp pain in the foot the first thing in the morning or when getting up after a prolonged period of sitting, said Dawn Anderson, DPM.
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"The condition often develops gradually and can affect one or both feet.” The extent of the pain and inflammation from plantar fasciitis is different from person to person. Once diagnosed, treatment options can include simple changes, such as modifying your activities, losing weight, icing the area, changing your running or exercise regimes, or purchasing more supportive shoes. Other patients may require medication, physical therapy, or orthotics. An extremely small percentage of patients require surgery to repair the problem.
Source: OnFocus News [2/3/21]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times 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 | |
2021 Remote Patient Monitoring Changes: Key Takeaways - Part 2
In December, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its 2021 Medicare physician fee schedule final rule. Within the final rule were some significant changes concerning remote patient/physiological monitoring (RPM) and the provision of other remote services. Here are the most significant takeaways from the final rule.
2. Clarification concerning device requirements - The final rule clarified uncertainties surrounding the types of devices supplied to patients as part of CPT 99454. Of note, CMS stated that such devices must meet the definition of a medical device per the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and electronically (i.e., automatically) collect and transmit a patient's physiologic data rather than permit patients to self-report or self-collect data.
The latter is important because it clarifies the separation between self-reported and automated RPM patient data. There have been a few new platforms in the RPM market that would have patients take pictures of their device readings or manually enter them into an app each day. This ruling makes clear that these and other mechanisms of self-recording data are no longer acceptable.
Source: Daniel Tashnek, JD, Physicians Practice [1/29/21]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAK) | |
From: Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM
Basically, I think that the concern should include that the patient continues to "itch" the wound or another lesion like this one.
Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM, St. Petersburg, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Ciox Health Responds to Podiatrists' Concerns and Asks for Input
From: Dave Yohe
Ciox understands that the primary concern of providers is patient care. Administrative exercises, including fulfilling medical record requests can be burdensome. Ciox is proud to be leading the digital transformation of medical record exchange, which helps minimize the work providers must do to share medical records. In fact, Ciox provides release of information support for over 15,000 clinics. For clinics that are not customers, Ciox has a solution that allows providers to grant controlled remote access to their EHR, so providers do not have to manage chart requests.
As more context, when Ciox calls to request medical records, it is on behalf of health insurance plans. The health insurance plans are often seeking records to fulfill CMS requirements. And data from those records also helps fund provider payments.
We are always seeking to improve our services and welcome direct discussion on how we can make the medical record exchange process easier for you. Please send us a note at help@cioxhealth.com
Dave Yohe, Ciox Health
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2A | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
In my opinion, the expressions of doctors Markinson and Agostinelli regarding the issue of “parity“ are spot on. Yes, there are frustrations inherent to the limited podiatry degree. It seems illogical that I can prescribe opioid analgesics and other potentially dangerous medications, yet I am not permitted to prescribe medical marijuana. It is intriguing that I can perform a Syme amputation or utilize an IM nail to stabilize a Charcot’s ankle but require an MD's signature to prescribe therapeutic footwear for a diabetic patient. It defies logic (to me) that a podiatrist is paid less than on orthopedic surgeon for the same service when, in fact, a 3-year residency and fellowship-trained podiatrist is better trained in foot surgery.
The parity argument is, to my thinking, a straw man argument. As a podiatrist, you are a limited licensed healthcare provider. You are not a “specialist”. You did not graduate medical school. Your training is not...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2B | |
From: Sheldon Miller, DPM
Parity. Who cares about parity? I practice with a brilliant board-certified neurologist. Over the past 5 years, he has been increasingly treated like garbage from the insurance companies, Ciox, etc. His reimbursements have gone down just like ours. If the public doesn't care about a life-saving doctor, they will never care about our profession (podiatry, specialty). I don't care what you want to call us, but we have to hold our own by ourselves. Getting paid with INCREASES annually shows respect. Pay me what I deserve and you can call me whatever you want to.
Sheldon Miller, DPM, Rockaway Park, NY
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RE: Participate in PM News Polls
From: George Jacobson, DPM
After reading the varying views on oral antifungal protocols and minimalist or barefoot function, I have no doubt why it is not difficult for the plaintiff's attorneys to find "expert" witnesses to testify to their theories of malpractice. Fortunately, both of these subjects appear have a preponderance of what could be the defense's views. I encourage all readers to vote in the PM News polls, so that we have the broadest views in the results of these queries and not just the same 800-900 respondents. I always look at the results and although they are not scientific, they are a good general indicator.
George Jacobson, DPM, Hollywood, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Worn by dangerous prisoners? |
Source: ryanseacrest.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Immediate Full-time or Part-time. General podiatry. Offices in Durham and Oxford. Diabetic foot care, diabetic shoes, custom orthotics/AFO, reconstructive surgery, wound care, shockwave therapy, laser nail, hospital/surgery center. Ideal for experienced podiatrist or recent graduate. Salary plus bonus and benefits. Must have NC podiatry license and BC/BQ. oxfordjob123@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New 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, guaranteed 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 – MIAMI, FL
We are a growing practice in Miami, FL with three podiatrists working in 1 office and on staff at 3 hospitals. Attractive Salary Practice is equipped with certified EMR, digital x-ra, and laser. Send CV to JenniferRoselloDPM@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – CT, DE, OH, MO, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Work available in DE, OH, MO, TN, PA, CT. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (ongoing opportunities in all states)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Seeking a highly motivated individual interested in evolving in private practice to a wealthy and knowledgeable affiliate entity with a large surgical based podiatry group. Surgeons with a two or three year residency preferred. Come join and Let’s keep New Yorkers on their feet! Please email your CV at podiatrynewyork@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon to start in the fall of 2021. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship is a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. Please email CV and cover letter to rrivera@footanklenm.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Associate position available for a compassionate physician for busy, well-established office in beautiful Central Kentucky. Extensive range of services offered with ancillary services onsite and hospital surgical privileges available. Enormous potential for rapid growth. Generous salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV and cover letter to: Kyfootdr@gmail.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - MINNESOTA, MASSACHUSETTS, and RHODE ISLAND
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes, Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities in Minnesota, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY, NEW YORK
We are a high-volume, diversified, multi-office podiatry practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Ample growth opportunity for a personable and highly-motivated DPM. Please forward CV to: jobs@hvfa.com
MOTIVATED PODIATRIST WANTED - CENTRAL TEXAS
Seeking full-time motivated podiatrist to join our busy practice in Waco, Texas. Candidates should be proficient in diagnosing/treating all foot and ankle related pathology including trauma, rear foot and ankle reconstruction, forefoot procedures, wound care, and diabetic foot related conditions. We are offering a competitive compensation package. Specific details of the compensation package will be discussed with interested qualified candidates. Please email your CV to aszanto@wacofootcare.com www.wacopodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ABINGDON, MARYLAND
Immediate associate position for a well-trained, highly motivated and compassionate individual. Rapidly growing, well established practice with a loyal patient following and strong physician referral base. Offering competitive salary with bonus structure, 401K, PTO, CME allowance, health (including vision and dental) and malpractice insurance. All aspects of podiatry with emphasis on wound care/diabetic surgery/limb salvage. Please email cover letter and CV to michael@mkblockdpm.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ELGIN, IL
Busy, well-established, diversified practice seeking to add a podiatrist to the team. Must be proficient in surgical and non-surgical aspects of podiatry. Full hospital and surgical center privileges available. Send CV to coryjacobydpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to latifdpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH FLORIDA
South Florida based podiatry practice hiring DPM to assist with Home Visits and possibly some facility and office-based work. Palm Beach, Broward and Dade counties. Part time to start hopefully blooming into full time. Competitive salary and flexible hours. Please send CV to ifaglobal12@gmail.com to apply.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NE FLORIDA
Energetic, compassionate, teachable and hardworking individual. Full or part time position in a growing practice. Competitive salary and benefits package. Must be BQ/BC. Please email CV, Reference letters, and a brief essay or video as to what makes you a good candidate for this position. nffhumanresourcesac@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NW FLORIDA/COASTAL ALABAMA
Busy, well-established practice, EHR, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound. Offering competitive six-figure salary w/bonus structure, health/malpractice insurance, and PTO. PSR-36 required. Partnership path to motivated and compassionate associate. Must obtain Florida and Alabama licenses. Send CV: Brentmharwood@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS credentialed fellowship avail, must be BQ ACFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH OPTION TO BUY – BRONX, NY
Full time or part time with option to purchase. Co-Op City, Bronx New York. Established in 1969. Full scope of podiatry. MUST PARTICIPATE IN INSURANCE PLANS. Pleasant office; great patients; Great opportunity. Call or text 914-772-3842 or email: Lwolstein@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLEETWOOD, PENNSYLVANIA- SOUTHEASTERN PA
Suburban 3 office practice looking for a full-time, motivated, outgoing associate for immediate opening leading to possible partnership. Well trained surgically & board qualified/certified. Competitive salary, bonus, health insurance, and malpractice insurance. Email CV to Kathy.Geist@FleetwoodFootcare.com
GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN RURAL NORTH CAROLINA
20+ year old practice in North Carolina, all aspects of podiatry. Loyal patient following, physician referral base. EHR, staff in place. Low overhead. Great potential for any type of podiatrist. Will stay for transition if desired. 252-813-3136.
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2021. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, dermatology, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact drarnoldhertz@aol.com or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 20,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA
Motivated Seller. General podiatric 53 year old practice for sale in Van Nuys California, next to hospital. Great growth potential. Will stay to help transition. Call Ron Miller at 310-980-1822 or email to remillerdpm@sbcglobal.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA, CALIFORNIA
Thriving practice for sale in optimum location next to pharmacy and across from major hospital in Tarzana California Established 1982 Ground floor free parking Patients are PPO Medicare and cash Serious inquires only text 818 451-8441.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NW NEW JERSEY
35 year old practice, all aspects of podiatry.Loyal patient following, large physician referral base. EHR, staff in place. Low overhead. Great potential for surgically oriented podiatrist. Will stay for transition if desired. 201-317-0758
PRACTICE FOR SALE - MANHATTAN EAST SIDE
Part-time practice opportunity on Manhattan's upper east side. Hospital and public transportation one block away. Ground floor. Fully furnished. Expansion of hours possible. Contact 917-841-6805.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA
Well established practice with sustained high income, great location. Diverse surgical and general practice with full hospital privileges available, Digital x-ray, ultrasound, DME program, EMR linked to National billing company. Willing to stay for transition. Email: officemail1@cox.net
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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