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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,715 Podiatrists Daily
February 10, 2014 #4,984  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Frostbite a Particular Hazard to Toes: IL Podiatrist
Old Man Winter has been a bigger pain in the toes and fingers this year. Extreme cold temperatures and wind chill have put Central Illinoisans at greater risk of a rare but potentially devastating condition. "Frostbite can occur in less than 30 minutes" if the wind chill factor is 18 degrees below zero, said Dr. Carl Cortese, a podiatrist with Cortese Foot and Ankle Clinic.
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"At the first sign of coldness, the blood goes to the vital organs," Cortese explained. "The body is trying to preserve its major organs so it takes blood from the extremities. That's a danger to the tips of the fingers, toes, earlobes, and the tip of the nose," Cortese said.
Source: Paul Swiech, Pantagraph [2/7/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
TX Podiatrist Provides Shoe-Buying Advice
Ill-fitting shoes can cause your feet problems like bunions, corns, hammertoes, and crossover toes. If a pair of shoes doesn’t feel right in the store, don't buy the shoes, no matter how much you like their style. They may never break in, and they can damage your feet. "For a normal foot, anything you feel comfortable in is fine as long as it has a rigid heel, some built-in support, and cushioning," says Dr. Jeffrey N. Bowman, a podiatrist in Houston.
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"A 5-inch spike heel isn't going to do anybody any good," Bowman says. "It forces all the weight to the front of the foot and will cause pain." High heels also put you on the fast track to bunions, corns, and other problems.
Source: Kara Mayer Robinson. WebMD [2/7/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
CA Podiatrist Out-Raises Opponents in 4th Quarter
Campaign finances are coming into play as the race for the 25th Congressional District seat heats up. The fourth-quarter funding reports that came out Jan. 31 show Democrat Dr. Lee Rogers, a Simi Valley resident and podiatrist, has raised far more than state Sen. Steve Knight (R-Palmdale) and former state Sen. Tony Strickland. Rogers came in with $93,940, with Strickland following at $39,755 and Knight trailing at $21,888. “These numbers reflect the constituency’s desire to send an outsider to Congress rather than two career Sacramento politicians,” said Rogers in a news release.
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Rogers’ fourth-quarter total included almost $69,000 in individual donations and $25,700 from political action committees. For Strickland, $36,255 came from individual donors and $3,500 from political action committees. Knight’s $21,888 came strictly from individual donations.
Source: Gabriella Moreira, Simi Valley Acorn [2/7/14]
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| E- HEALTH NEWS | |
Deadline Extended for Attesting to Meaningful Use in EHR Incentive Program
The CMS is extending the deadline for physicians and other eligible professionals to attest to meaningful use for the Medicare EHR incentive program for the 2013 reporting year and is offering some hospitals a second chance at receiving payment—as well as possible relief from the program's 2015 penalties for failing to comply in 2013.
The new deadline for physicians is 11:59 p.m. March 31, pushed back from Feb. 28. The criteria still must have been met by Dec. 31, 2013, the end of the reporting period for the incentive payments. “This extension will allow more time for providers to submit their meaningful-use data and receive an incentive payment for the 2013 program year, as well as avoid the 2015 payment adjustment,” the CMS said in a news release.
Source: Joseph Conn, Modern Healthcare [2/7/14]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Practical Solution for Long Second Digit (David Kahan, DPM)
From: Lowell Weil, Sr, DPM
For almost 3 years, I have been performing phalangeal osteotomies on SELECTED cases. Approximately 4-6 mm should be removed. I fixate with an internal threaded pin.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Brian Zale, DPM
Assuming you do all the off-loading, and conservative care, this becomes a surgical no-brainer. Since the chances of iatrogenic hallux valgus may occur, you simply do a distal 1st metatarsal osteotomy with internal fixation and remove the sesamoid. I've done it many times with excellent results and happy patients.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (ICD-10) | |
RE: Preparing for ICD-10
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
Today, we started bridging our ICD-9 codes that we commonly use in our practice to the new ICD-10CM coding system. This is so I could get a handle on how to convert the current codes we are using to ICD-10. I am not billing with these codes, but rather just doing the conversion when I am done seeing the patient. Our practice has used the APMA coding resource center developed by Dr. Goldsmith and Dr. Freedman's coding conversion manual to generate our own codes that we would use in our office.
The initial process of conversion was rather time-consuming, but when it was done, it contained...
Editor's note: Dr. Borreggine's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Brian Kashan, DPM
After having just read the information on the SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act on this site, I can only find myself reading between the lines and anticipating the worst. Any time that the government proposes a plan that seems to have an increase and stability in our reimbursements, we are in for trouble. Is it naïve to think that they are truly interested in our viability and growth versus cost-cutting and reduction in our services?
The proposed .5% annual update, I assume, is supposed to be an incentive for us to be happy with the program. Of course, the penalties we may endure for not doing other things like PQRS,...
Editor's note: Dr. Kashan's extended-length letter can be read here.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEET THE MASTERS) | |
RE: Informative Discussion of Social Medical and Marketing
From: Steven J. Kaniadakis, DPM
I strongly recommend the last "Meet The Masters" show, an interview with Mr. Shawn McAskill about using social media. It was incredible and showed how valuable this medium is. He discussed how to integrate this new technology to gain value in your medical practice, branding, and more. If you do not have the interests or the time, then send the link to your staff. This sort of media shall become a key role in podiatric success as "change" affects the profession and healthcare interactions.
If you have not already assigned a staff member on this task, then it might be a wise idea to think about adding this to your practice management program. Patient satisfaction might well be improved with this edge.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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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.
PRACTICES FOR SALE - SAN DIEGO
Doctor Disabled. Must sell. $16,000 for small well-equipped office. Low overhead. Professional bldg with views. Great weather. Practice focus: Biomechanics, Fungal nail laser (diode), CO2 laser, General Podiatric Medicine. Very good Yelp reviews. Low cost opportunity. Fax your contact info: 858-408-9434
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Suburban part-time(2 days a week) practice. established for over 30 years. Relatively young patient base. About 20% Medicare. No Medicaid. contact kaymullen18@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CONNECTICUT
Well-established, 35-year-old reputable practice/condo with approx 2,500 Square ft. Grossing approximately $450,000. Outside Hartford area. All phases of podiatry. Contact drsch52@hotmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida. Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PUERTO RICO
Looking for a well-motivated surgically trained podiatrist for a 20 year-old hospital-based multi-office practice. WILL BE INTERVIEWING PERSONALLY AT 2014 ACFAS MEETING IN ORLANDO Candidate must be personable, ambitious, and knowledge of SPANISH language a must. Hospital surgical privileges available with heavy load of high-risk diabetic foot patients. This position leads to PARTNERSHIP, and eventually ownership. Offices located near San Juan Metro area nearbBeaches, great schools, and major shopping malls. Please send CV to medicopodiatra@aol.com.
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- 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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SW FLORIDA
Immediate position available in SW Florida. Podiatrist to join a small group. Must be Florida licensed, surgical privileges pending experience. Board Certification or Qualified preferred but not necessary. Some nursing home care and limited travel. Excellent pay and lifestyle. Send CV to: 1foot.ankle@G-Mail.com
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST GEORGIA STATESBORO & SURROUNDING AREAS
Beautiful weather year round. Seeking experienced, Family-oriented, podiatrist looking to build a career & long-term relationship. Must be PSR-24/36 trained. Multiple locations. Full range of services with access to Surgical Center. Live in a College town with rural settings. E-mail cover letter & CV tomelissafoot@atlanticfeet.com.
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SW FLORIDA
Immediate position available in SW Florida. Podiatrist to join a small group. Must be Florida licensed, surgical privileges pending experience. Board Certification or Qualified preferred but not necessary. Some nursing home care and limited travel. Excellent pay and lifestyle. Send CV to: 1foot.ankle@G-Mail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NEW YORK
Mmulti-specialty, busy practice looking for highly motivated Podiatrist. Outstanding opportunity, excellent salary and benefits, working with three Podiatrists as well as residents, high volume of surgical cases, advance wound care, broad based referrals, and Electronic medical records. Opportunity for partnership. Please submit CV to associateinfoot@yahoo.com or fax 607-723-1567.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MISSOURI
Midwest practice opportunity for candidate with practice experience, PSR 24/36 trained, BQ/BC. Associateship leading to ownership. Surgical and general podiatric practice with high volume foot surgery, wound care and hospital affiliations. Email: stcpod@att.net
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 - CALIFORNIA (SANTA CRUZ COUNTY)
The Foot Doctors of Santa Cruz County is a multi-office podiatric group looking for a self-motivated, committed podiatrist with a CA license. Offices are up-to-date with EMR, digital x-ray, and laser. Duties include all aspects of podiatry including wound care, surgical cases and nursing homes. There is great surgical growth potential. Must intend to reside locally. Send CV to: srfctysc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KENTUCKY
Immediate opening for palliative/general podiatric care provider in established clinics, nursing home and assistive living settings in beautiful Southern Kentucky. Travel involved, but transportation provided along with ability to provide a wide range of clinical care including DME. Board certification not mandatory, but must be eligible for KY state license. Base salary with incredible bonus opportunity/full benefits. Join Kentucky’s largest and most respected podiatric group. Email CV and letter of interest to:jonkim12000@yahoo.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.
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