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The Voice of Podiatrists
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February 17, 2022 #7,149  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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PM News will not be publishing the week of February 21st, 2022. We will resume publishing on February 28th, 2022.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
TUSPM Student Receives Brandywine Podiatry Endowed Scholarship
The Brandwine Scholarship for academic year 2022 has been awarded to Julianne Vesce. Julianne is now a third-year student who will graduate from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) in 2023.
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Established in 2017 by Christopher L. Savage, DPM, the award provides scholarships to third or fourth-year student(s) with financial need who have mentored a first or second-year student(s). Academic achievement or class ranking is not used as a criteria for awarding scholarships.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
PPG Names New Executive Medical Director and Regional Medical Directors
Preferred Podiatry Group (PPG), a premier provider of on-site podiatric services to long-term care communities across the U.S., has announced its new Executive Medical Director and regional medical directors (RMDs).
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Former RMD Mary DeGroot, DPM now leads all RMDs and clinical efforts as PPG’s Executive Medical Director. Brian Leykum, DPM will continue serving as RMD of Texas while Andrew Scott, DPM will continue leading podiatrists as the RMD of IN, MI, KY, and MO. Erin Kunkel, DPM is the new RMD for OH, WI, MN, GA, AL, and TN, and Rebecca Jolissaint, DPM is the new RMD for CO, IA, NE, AZ, and KS. Joining Dr. Kunkel and Dr. Jolissaint are Bradley Ross, DPM who is the new RMD for Illinois and Shaun Latshaw, DPM who will serve as the Communications Liaison.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Joins Elite Foot and Ankle
Emily Chau, DPM recently joined Elite Foot and Ankle in Burbank, CA. Dr. Chau earned her podiatric medical degree at the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Chau completed her podiatric residency at the Department of Veteran Affairs, Maryland and Sinai Hospital in the Baltimore, Maryland Area. She is an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
CA Podiatrist Publishes First Successful “Smart Boot” Diabetic Wound Study
As part of its partnership with Center to Stream Healthcare in Place (C2SHIP), Keck Medicine of USC has developed a new, interactive smart boot to help diabetic patients recover from dangerous foot wounds. “The first phase of the boot project was just to protect the wound,” explained David Armstrong, PhD, DPM, director of C2SHIP and professor of surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. “If we can take off the pressure, we can heal the wound.”
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The boots worked, but the team had a problem: Patient compliance with wearing the boot was hovering at around 28%. That led to phase two: a boot that patients couldn’t remove. Patients healed more quickly, but it wasn’t ideal. In time, phase three emerged: a more sophisticated wearable. Driven by cloud computing, the new model allows patients to put on or remove the boot whenever they wish. To further increase compliance, the boot gives feedback to the patient about their activity level and the amount of time they spend with the boot on. This “smart boot” also sends data directly to the care team.
Source: Lex Davis, HSC News [2/14/22]
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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 |
Coding Mistakes That Cause Practices to Lose Revenue
These are only five areas of improper coding that lead to lost revenue; however, focusing on this list should make a significant, positive difference for the financial and operational well-being of your medical practice.
1. Inappropriate E/M Coding - Coding for evaluation/management services is often either too aggressive or too passive, and these coding errors are largely attributed to misinterpretation of E/M coding guidelines and the frantic pace of the clinical environment. Aggressive coding occurs when there isn’t proper documentation to prove what was done. On the other hand, passive coding doesn’t take the entirety of the work performed into account.
Source: Roni Berlin, BSHCM, CPC, CPB, Logan Lutton, Medical Economics [2/8/22]
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Query: Replacement Device Challenges
We had a patient who was dispensed an AFO about 4 1/2 years ago; this device broke and he was having difficulty walking without it. We dispersed a new AFO and it was denied as the original wasn’t 5 years old. We had a very long phone conversation with Medicare along with the patient and his attorney. Unfortunately, Medicare wouldn’t budge as they said he should have gone back to the provider of the original brace, even though it was in another state.
We did have an ABN but the patient said that he’s not going to pay for the replacement. We are working with him now to at least get our lab costs. Unfortunately, appeals don’t always work. We requested a peer-to-peer, but after several months we have not heard anything as they are too backlogged! I suspect that there are other stories like this out there. I wish we could just tell patients what it costs and they hand over their credit cards.
PM News Subscriber
Response: You answered your own question: “I wish we could just tell patients what it costs and they hand over their credit cards.” The ABN indicates that you told them the brace would not be covered and the cost. They can then choose to use the old brace and use duct tape or they buy a new one. With the ABN, you can collect your fee upfront. You can bill Medicare as a courtesy to the patient. If Medicare were to pay, you could refund the money.
Remember, “the same and similar” is a CMS rule, not some arbitrary office policy you created. Your hands are tied. You have nothing to feel guilty about. It always amazes me that a person will shell out big time, cash money up front for veterinarian costs yet balk at paying co-pays and deductibles in our offices. Inform the patient that they can take this issue up with their congressperson as that person could influence CMS policies.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONCES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing Peter Myskiw, DPM
Peter Myskiw was a kind, compassionate, generous, philanthropic gentleman. He was taken from us much too soon. My deepest condolences to his beautiful family and all, like me, who knew and loved him. He will be dearly missed.
Richard H. Mann, DPM
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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St. Patrick's Day is only a month away! (photo: Peter Stigter) |
Source: René van den Berg via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAGERSTOWN AND FREDERICK MARYLAND
Offices located in Frederick and Hagerstown Maryland, as well as Gettysburg, PA. Motivated seller/owner of 27 years is ready to sell Hagerstown and Gettysburg practices after one year associate position. Would consider selling outright from the start. Will be available for advising, teaching, and practice management as long as needed. Will sell Frederick office in 5 years as well and owner will become a part time employee. Highly producing, full scope podiatry office. Frederick Surgical Center shares and real-estate ownership are also available. drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK- DUTCHESS COUNTY
Large number of new patients monthly, which includes general podiatric pathology, sports medicine, surgery, and wound care/ limb salvage. Currently 5 DPMS and 5 offices. Benefits and stability of bigger group, with culture/environment of a smaller private practice. Offices located 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Must be willing to relocate to area. Must take call. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Please email CV to eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Energetic group practice looking to expand. Seek ABPS certified or PSR-36 trained DPM. Must be well versed in footcare, rearfoot and ankle surgery and diabetic wound care. Senior physician considering retirement or transition to part time work. Early partnership opportunity. Please send resume with cover letter to schudson87@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two office practice in Upstate SC seeking a full time Podiatry Associate. Senior doctor looking to slow down. Partnership potential. General Podiatry and Surgery. Benefits include 401K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long term disability. PTO. Please send CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com.
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. A great opportunity for driven personable individuals. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, short introduction video Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an immediate and exciting opportunity for a full-time, board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. Surgical opportunities and privileges available at all major hospitals, as well as mandatory office and hospital call rotations that require experience in foot and ankle trauma. Fellowship training preferred, but not mandatory. Pay structure will consist of salary and bonus. Interested candidates can email ACharlie@footanklenm.com.
PODIATRIST POSITION - NORTHERN DELAWARE
Brandywine Podiatry is looking for a non-surgical full time doctor. Primary role would be to provide care in nursing homes/house calls as well as some added office base non-surgical work. Please send CV to: savage6026@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PINELLAS PARK, FLORIDA
Busy two location practice looking for a full-time associate. General podiatry, wound care, sports medicine, surgery, inpatient. Competitive salary, malpractice, paid time off, CME included. Applicant must be highly personable, caring, and self-motivated. New graduate or experienced provider. Submit letter of interest and CV to precisionfootandankleFL@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST POSITION- NORTHERN VIRGINIA (MT. VERNON)/SUBURB WASHINGTON, DC
Large fast growing full scope practice, across the street from hospital. No nursing homes or assistive living. 30-year established busy private practice, looking for potential partnership. Base salary $135K, plus incentive pay, malpractice, PTO, paid CME, and retirement. Send cover letter (“Why I am your next superstar”) and CV to hottoe@capitalfeet.com. Website- Capitalfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Suffolk County seeks full time associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Multi-office practice in New York's Hudson Valley. Full-scope Podiatry. Partnering with a NJ Ortho group to be their exclusive NJ foot/ankle provider and acquiring an additional established NY Podiatry practice. Entrepreneurial practice that thrives by offering excellent surgical outcomes, minimally invasive surgery, complex repairs and revision surgery. In-house marketing team, educated staff, CLIA lab, Vascular PADNET, digital x-ray, Podiatry-Specific EMR. Must be confident, detail-focused, surgically skilled and lives and breathes foot and ankle. We are financially strong with increasing revenues annually. Email CV, surgical logs(case details/numbers). Salary $130K-150K/Incentives/Benefits. Drfrankel@frankelfoot.com
PODIATRISTS WANTED – NORTHERN NJ AND LONG ISLAND
1 for NJ nursing homes and assisted living facilities (Passaic County and Northern New Jersey). 1 for Long Island assisted living facilities (Nassau and Suffolk counties) and possible practice work in East Meadow. Great opportunity to earn six figures for the right doctors. Email CV to Jaypurvin@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NASHVILLE, TN
Busy, growing multi-location practice looking for 1-2 new associates in and near Nashville, TN. Looking for partnership-minded individuals to start around August 2022. Competent in hospital care, full-scope podiatry surgery, and business-minded. Looking for hard-working team players. Multiple office-based revenue streams available. Aggressive pay structure with intensive practice management. Relocation stipend, health insurance, and 401k available once vetted. Encourage current senior residents and fellows to apply. sodom@gfacenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Concierge Mobile Podiatry Practice is looking for providers to cover various areas of Southern and a few areas of Northern CA. Part-time or full-time. Diverse patient demographics treating multiple pathologies primarily at patients' homes or senior living. Structured as an independent contractor with exceptional compensation (55% to 60%) and bonus structure. Choose your own schedule and areas to cover. Office provides full assistance and supplies with many benefits and services. Send CV to: info@anywherefootandanklecare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking an associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, busy expanding podiatry group practice in NJ. Looking for a well trained in all surgical podiatrist in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle procedures. Independent practice, partnership opportunity, competitive compensation and benefits provided. Start date July 2022 Send CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – RICHMOND, VA
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in beautiful and historic Richmond, VA. We are a growing group of 141 providers and 87 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed to be considered for this position.
PODIATRIST WANTED - HOUSTON, TEXAS
Seeking highly motivated podiatrist interested in joining a multi-specialty private practice group. Practice includes cardiovascular medicine and podiatry. Looking for podiatrist interested in wound care, foot & ankle surgery, sports medicine, limb salvage. New graduates are encouraged to apply. Send CV to: INFO@THVMG.COM
PODIATRIST POSITIONS – FLORIDA/SOUTH CAROLINA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the state of Florida and South Carolina. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS
Multi-location group practice seeking DPM to take over existing clinic. Only 25% Medicare. No Medicaid, travel, or nursing homes. On-call your option. Solid clinical/surgical balance. Earnings not capped by salary and group’s market leading patient satisfaction driving rapid growth resulting in our doctors at top end of compensation surveys. Must desire to work in autonomous environment where you operate your own clinic while having the benefit of being part of a group. Please send CV to StlPodGroup@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
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, 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. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA, CT, DE and PA for immediate start)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Expanding practice, established in the community for forty years, is seeking a full-time associate. Candidates must be highly motivated with great people skills. Well rounded office based practice with no nursing home or assisted living work. ABFAS qualified individual could easily get surgical numbers within 1.5 years if this is your goal. Benefits include: generous transparent bonus structure, PTO, paid malpractice, paid CME and positive working environment. Email CV to: bergenfaa@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SYRACUSE/UTICA, NY
Great opportunity for a new associate to join a rapidly growing team. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual who would be ready to get their board surgical numbers within the first year. Please send resume to: docryanlee@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time or Part-time podiatrists to do home , assisted living, nursing homes, adult daycare center visits in NJ. Full Time Position: $100,000 Base Pay Plus BONUS, Paid Gas, Malpractice Ins., Health Ins, Car allowance, Administrative/EMR support. Email resume - Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.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- HARRISBURG, PA
Multi-office practice seeking ABFAS board qualified/certified DPM. FT position covering all aspects of podiatry/podiatric surgery. Salary with production-based bonus and benefits package included. Please send CV to tbeidemandpm@keystonefootdoc.com.
WOUND CARE/RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP - LOS ANGELES, CA
Attention graduating residents! Multi-specialty reconstructive surgical group adding wound care and reconstructive surgery podiatry fellowship for 2022-2023 academic year. Will train in multiple settings alongside plastic surgery and podiatry in new facility. Full salary, health insurance, housing stipend, with more associate opportunities after completion. Send CV to: woundcaredocs@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2022. 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 or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - QUEENS/NASSAU BORDER, NY
40 year successful well established full time solo practice store front. All phases podiatry. 4 treatment rooms, digital x-ray, physical therapy. Free parking. Most insurances accepted. Current owner looking to retiring, Will stay for transition. Contact bkfootdr@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW HAMPSHIRE, SOUTHWESTERN
Established practice with history of strong cash flow (avg $325K collections - two days per week). Opportunity to expand or enter practice. No routine care. Full array of services with growing patient base. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW YORK CITY
26 year old Park Ave. practice for sale. Lease till 2028. 575K gross pre-pandemic, Current 250K for 3 1/2 days. 2 Midmark chairs, Orthoscan Fluoroscopy, Digital X-ray, Q-clear Laser, Autoclave, Desks, Waiting Room furniture, New ACs, Computers, Printers, etc. Turnkey.Serious inquiries only for entire practice including equipment. Great for new doctor. 917-328-1510 or email JYouner@iCloud.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OREGON
Well established, successful, 35 plus year practice for sale in the Willamette Valley. Fully equipped, 2 locations with lasers, EMR, digital x-ray, shockwave etc., all well maintained. Hospital and surgery center privileges readily available, opportunity for partnership in surgery center. Looking to retire, will stay for transition and assist in your success. Orpod22@gmail.com
ONE-OF-A-KIND PRACTICE FOR SALE - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Turn key upscale boutique 85-year-old podiatry practice. Great location by Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, PA. Non-surgical 2021 gross was $378,000/ four days weekly. Majority of practice is fee for service in low overhead beautiful office setting. Seller will stay on for transition.Serious inquiries only. This is a rare cream puff practice / Call (215) 715-1570
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – LUNULA LASER
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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