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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
February 10, 2021 #6,883  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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Should podiatry residencies have a mandatory pain management rotation?
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE- PART 1 | |
CA Podiatrist Honored with LA Lakers Championship Ring
American Academy of Sports Medicine (AASM) Fellow and sports podiatrist, Howard Liebeskind, DPM was recently honored for his contribution to the successful season of the 2020 NBA World Champion Los Angeles Lakers and was the proud recipient of a Laker’s championship ring.
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Dr. Howard Liebeskind and LA Lakers championship ring |
Dr. Liebeskind has served the U.S Men’s and Women’s national soccer teams for twenty-nine years, Major League Soccer’s elite clubs for the past twenty-six seasons, and has participated in the care of Division 1 athletes at both UCLA and Pepperdine University.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE- PART 2 | |
Running in Worn Sneakers Can Cause Over-use Injuries: VA Podiatrist
Sneakers weren’t meant to last forever. As they wear down, the cushioning and support they provide diminishes, which could put you at higher risk of injury when you run or walk for exercise. Ayne Furman, DPM, writes for the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) that one situation in which shoes should be replaced is when the outer sole has worn through to the midsole.
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“The midsole is intended to be shock absorbing and in some shoes serves to control excessive foot motion. After certain amount of repetitive load is placed on the midsole, it will compress, not rebound and absorb shock or control the foot as well as it did when new. In some cases, the midsole can deform and compress unevenly, which can create an alignment change of the foot. This can lead to over-use type injuries.” In general, though, how often you should replace your sneakers depends on how often you use them, how old they are, and what signs of wear they have, according to the AAPSM.
Source: Emmet Pierce, MSN Money [2/8/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
NY Podiatrist Joins The Corvallis Clinic
Brett Waverly, DPM recently joined the podiatry team at The Corvallis Clinic. Dr. Waverly received his podiatric medical degree from the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA. He then completed residency training at Regions Hospital in St Paul, MN, a level I trauma center and a teaching affiliate of the University of Minnesota.
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Following his residency, Dr. Waverly pursued a fellowship in advanced foot and ankle reconstruction and research at the Weil Foot and Ankle Institute in Des Plaines, IL. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific papers and participates in patient-focused research on the foot and ankle.
Source: Albany Democrat-Herald [2/8/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
FL Podiatrist Opens Lake Park Podiatry
Henry K. Stark, DPM has opened a new practice in Lake Park, FL. Dr. Stark received his podiatric medical degree (with honors) from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1978 and completed two years of post-graduate training at Pittsburg hospitals.
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Dr. Stark moved to Florida to begin his career in Lake Park as an associate. Six years later, he opened his own practice. For the next 35 years, Dr. Stark expanded his practice, hiring associates and forming a partnership, eventually encompassing four offices in the northern half of Palm Beach County. After selling his practice in 2015, Dr. Stark had retired but has now returned to his original location.
Source: Linkedin
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Prepare Your Feet for Winter Dangers: Canadian Podiatrist
Whether it’s a day at the office in high-heels or hauling the sled up the kids’ favorite toboggan hill – over and over and over – your feet can take a beating in winter. The implications of that range from the uncomfortable to the downright dangerous, says Darren Woodruff, DPM of Central Alberta Podiatry.
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While snow can be beautiful, ice and snow can be dangerous for feet and ankles. And if the temperature drops after a warm spell, remember that there’s likely ice under the white stuff. Cold temperatures also make you vulnerable to frostbite, which continues to be a concern each year, Dr. Woodruff says. If you’ll be outside for any length of time, layer on the socks and wear good, warm boots so you don’t risk losing toes.
Source: Bashaw Star [2/8/21]
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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 5
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.
5. Approved Furnishing of Services by Auxiliary Personnel
CMS established a permanent policy that allows auxiliary personnel to furnish CPT 99453 and 99454 services under a physician's supervision. CMS has previously defined auxiliary personnel to mean "… any individual who is acting under the supervision of a physician, regardless of whether the individual is an employee, leased employee, or independent contractor of the physician, or of the legal entity that employs or contracts with the physician."
Source: Daniel Tashnek, JD, Physicians Practice [1/29/21]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESAERCH) | |
RE: Hospitalizations for Diabetes-Related Foot Ulcers on the Increase
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
Hospitalizations for diabetes-related foot ulcers (DFUs) are increasing. A study reported in Diabetes Care (Jan 2021, Hamilton, EJ, et al.) concluded that the incidence of diabetes foot ulcer (DFU) hospitalizations complicating type 2 diabetes increased, especially in younger participants and were more likely in those with peripheral sensory neuropathy, peripheral arterial disease, and suboptimal glycemic control.
Age of type 2 diabetes diagnosis (inverse), HbA1c, insulin use, height, urinary albumin/creatinine, absence of any foot pulse, previous peripheral revascularization, and peripheral sensory neuropathy were independent predictors of incident hospitalization for/with DFUs.
Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: When an Insurance Company Wrongly Sends a Check to a Patient
We evaluated and treated a patient for an auto claim with State Farm. The patient is on disability. State Farm issued payment for our services directly to the patient. He has refused to respond to messages, statements, etc. The insurance agent claims to have no recourse in getting us paid for this service. Can we pursue payment directly from the agent? What recourse do we have?
Editor's comment: PM News does not provide legal advice. Since the contract for services was between you and the insurance company, your first course of action is to commence legal action against the insurance company. If the amount is relatively small, your best bet may be small claims court. Filing fees are usually nominal. You should add the patient as a third-party defendant. When the patient receives the summons, you will likely be paid as courts generally do not look favorably on such unjust enrichment.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: John Chisholm, DPM
Dr. DiResta nailed it on so many aspects of this difficult, confusing topic; most importantly, on the best, simplest strategy for achieving true parity - changing the licensure of DPMs to a plenary, unrestricted license in all 50 states, and the need for podiatric medical students to take and pass a national medical licensing exam such as USMLE or COMLEX.
Although many readers are respected and treated as equals by their medical and osteopathic colleagues, there still exists many, many types of unfair, discriminatory codes and statutes that restrict our ability to practice to the full extent of our education and training. As a specialty, we may have achieved parity in our personal practice lives but we are still licensed far below our place in the house of medicine. Dr. DiResta is also spot on regarding the level of knowledge and training of recent graduates of 3-year residency programs. Podiatrists are the only group that completes a 4-4-3 model of education besides MD and DO. The final product of that model is indistinguishable from an MD and DO within their chosen field of specialty.
And finally, MD=DO=DPM is achievable. The only way that a podiatrist will ever get an MD or DO degree is to graduate from an MD or DO medical school. Working to change our licensure as DPMs to a plenary, unrestricted license retains our unique identity and perspective as foot and ankle specialists, while allowing us to practice consistent with our education and training.
John Chisholm, DPM, Chula Vista, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM
There was a time when I expected “a degree of consistency” for American medicine and licensing (pun intended). I was extraordinarily naïve. It took the irregularities of the pandemic to prove that to me. I actually EXPECTED the U.S. healthcare system to even-handedly handle Covid and allow allopathic physicians to prescribe and follow their own internal scientific guidance. Well-known medications were politicized and forbidden, no matter your license.
I just wrote three sentences and deleted them because the Editor can’t print them. That tells you everything you need to know. Consistency and loss of freedom of speech were the first casualties of the pandemic. Consistency in licensure no longer applies to MDs and DOs. Why would we expect it to exist for us? Now to podiatry. Because of my age, I witnessed the transformation of DPM from...
Editor's note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Can Spring be far off? |
Source: newsxcite.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHOENIX AREA, AZ
Associate position with purchase options. Well-established practice. Board Qualified/Certified. AZ license required. Send CV to: Elkscent@aol.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 - 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 - 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
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
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHEAST MO
This solo practice is leading provider in market. Busy office based practice with opportunity for growth and expansion. Owner desires to transition and retire. Contact MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOSTON, MA
If you have the personality to work well with others, this 0pportunity for an experienced podiatric surgeon to join this practice and become the owner is for you. Competitive compensation and benefits package. High volume of surgery with large referral base. Well established infrastructure and operating strategy. Owner financing available. Contact us now: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TEXAS
COVID Proof practice grossing 500K in 2020 - 2 ½ days weekly. Primarily biomechanics - orthopedics. Easily double gross by retaining surgery & wound care. Freestanding office included with 4+ TX rooms. No money down owner financing available. Can stay for transition. Contact fjhenry2111@yahoo.com
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
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 - 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.
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