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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,238 Subscribers Daily
March 09, 2016 #5,617  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the March 2016 issue of Podiatry Management. Our cover story is titled "Medicare and Podiatric Medicine: a 2016 Update." In addition, you'll find our usual assortment of features, including our columns and a CPME-approved CME. You'll also find out who enteres into this year's PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Bako Makes Annual Commitment $35,000 to BUSPM
During the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine’s Annual Alumni Reunion recently held in Orlando at the FPMA Science and Management Symposium, Dr. Brad Bakotic (dermatopathologist and CEO of BAKO Integrated Physician Solutions) announced an annual BUSPM partnership commitment of $35,000.
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(L-R) Dean Albert Armstrong, Drs. Brad Bakotic and Jeffrey Jensen |
Dr. Bakotic stated “As a partner of the podiatric profession, I feel that we must do our part to ensure that we have the brightest and best educated students advancing into our profession. Our support is a reflection of that provided us by all our valued physician-clients.”
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
FL Podiatrist Publishes in Forensic Magazine
Florida podiatrist Christine Miller, DPM has published the article Examining Skeletal Remains from Ancient Egypt in the March 2016 issue of Forensic Magazine. Her article discussed the examination of foot bones to determine information about the deceased individual’s health. Dr. Miller serves on the board of directors of the American Society of Forensic Podiatry.
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Dr. Christine Miller |
Forensic Magazine describes itself as “The authoritative voice in a wide ranging field of forensic disciplines covering a spectrum of related technologies, products, industry trends and solutions." The magazine reaches forensic scientists, law enforcement and crime scene investigators.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
GA Podiatrist Joins Village Podiatry Centers
Village Podiatry Centers has announced that Lisa Michaels, DPM has joined the staff in the Duluth center. Dr. Michaels received her doctorate degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a three-year surgical residency at Wyckoff Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
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Dr. Lisa Michaels |
Dr. Michaels joined Village Podiatry Centers in 2016 after living overseas where she volunteered with the American Red Cross as a podiatrist at the U.S. Army Health Clinic in Brussels, Belgium. Prior to living abroad, she was in private practice in West Chester, PA. She is Board Certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
News Stiletto Designed as Wedge Offers More Stable Base: CA Podiatrist
Comfort and style are not easy to find in a stiletto, but entrepreneur Dolly Singh wants to re-invent the heel. Singh said her fundamental goal is to make a stiletto that feels like a wedge. The former SpaceX employee said a metal insert can be found in most stiletto shoes, which forces the foot into a precarious position. "You are basically walking around on your toes in a high-heeled shoe today - 80 percent of your body weight is on the balls of your feet," she said.
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Commenting on Singh's shoe, Dr. Robert Lee, the head of podiatry at Santa Monica's UCLA Medical Center, said compared to a spike heel, a shoe designed like a wedge should offer a more stable, wider heel base, with much less of an incline. "There does appear to be a slight wedge construct in the forefoot. And if that's what it is, then it should be more comfortable and maybe does help to off-load that forefoot weight," he said. Better weight distribution should equal less pain, but Lee warns standing for hours in even the most comfortable high heel can lead to foot problems.
Source: Denise Dador, Eyewitness News (ABC) [3/7/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
FL Podiatrist Charged With Writing Prescriptions Improperly
St. Lucie County sheriff's officials arrested Dr. Douglas Howard Kahn on 30 felony charges after accusations he used the professional information of a retired doctor to write or call in prescriptions, according to records obtained Monday. Retired Dr. Aaron Shevlin contacted sheriff's investigators after noticing "suspicious activity" from Kahn. Shevlin said Kahn bought his practice nearly five years earlier. He said he didn't give Kahn permission to use his information, such as his special Drug Enforcement Administration numbers, which are "identifying marks" for each doctor in the continental United States, records state. Kahn said he used Shevlin's professional information to write prescriptions because he didn't renew his own DEA number.
Source: Will Greenlee, TC Palm [3/7/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Nerve Conduction Velocity Testing
Is anyone performing nerve conduction velocity testing, and getting paid for it? If so, by whom at what reimbursement rate?
Conway McLean, DPM, Marquette, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Dealing with an Incompetent Attending
We often look at the lack of residency programs, but what about the quality of the ones that do exist? As a resident, I have a lot to learn. I know this. But, what do I do when I have an attending affiliated with my residency program that is horrible in the OR? By horrible, I mean very poor in technique, illogical in selection of procedure as well as execution. He amputates things that don’t need to be amputated, fuses joints on people that don’t need to be fused. The hospital I work in has a very large population of low-income minority patients. I know this attending only wants to help, but I’m beginning to feel that they have NO regard for these people, but rather just view them as guinea pigs.
I’m witnessing these events and it is so frustrating. I feel so lost, and I don’t know what to do. I have not learned a single thing from this attending; only what not to do. This attending is a wonderful, easy going, friendly attending, but in my eyes: an incompetent surgeon. Without being too specific, I witnessed a procedure where I believe more harm was done than help. Despite my protest, there was nothing I could do but stand there and watch it happen. I’m writing to vent - but also to seek advice.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Eric J. Lullove, DPM
I applaud Dr. Lai’s informative discussion of the need for DPMs to join as members of wound care organizations, but as the podiatric physician board member of the Association for Advancement of Wound Care, I find the need to reply directly.
AAWC is the largest non-profit, multi-professional association of wound care specialists with over 2,200 members. Our membership represents practicing wound care specialists including physicians (MD, DO, and DPM), nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, physical therapists, and certified wound care nurses. In addition, we have two-hundred patient and lay-caregiver member advocates.
In response to Dr. Lai, the AAWC not only made...
EDitor's note: Dr. Lullove's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE) | |
RE: Continued Noridian CPT 11055 Denials (Richard Papperman, MBA)
From: Philip Larkins, DPM
The response to this post misses the point. The point of the poster is to say that, somehow, magically, Noridian Medicare was able to stop paying for qualified foot care as of October 1, 2015. Coincidentally, that was the switchover date to ICD-10. Somehow, what was covered by Medicare the day before, is now no longer covered. Of course, my tongue is in my cheek. This is a mistake by Noridian, and evidently they have no desire to fix it properly. The code to use for 700, is now L84, but Noridian does not seem to grasp this concept. I have now sent all my denials to an ALJ and I intend to waste their time with these nonsense appeals. Maybe someone else can shed light on this.
Philip Larkins, DPM, San Diego, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Kudos to Dr. Miller for pointing out the association between low levels of vitamin D and stress fractures. This gives reason to clinically monitor vitamin D levels in many of our patients, especially those presenting with a history of a stress fracture. We have picked up many cases of vitamin D deficiency in our patient population. There is a problem that we have been encountering in our geographic area. Many insurance companies, including our local Medicare carrier will not approve blood testing for vitamin D levels unless you can document that the patient already has osteopenea or osteoporosis. This creates a practice management problem when the patient gets a large bill from a blood lab saying that the test was denied. I'd be interested in knowing how practitioners in other localities are dealing with this problem.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Source: Manuel Vogel via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
F/T PODIATRIST – PENNSYLVANIA
Expanding, well rounded, multi-site, state-of-the-art group with offices throughout Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. We offer: Competitive salary Benefits Partnership opportunity We're associated with hospitals, wound care centers, and a residency program. Requirements: Hard-working, self- motivated, board qualified/certified, and surgically trained. 2016 graduating residents welcome.Please email CV to: recruiting@foi-solutions.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Are you finishing your residency in June? Full-time associate leading to partnership. Immediate position available. Busy office with multiple locations. Full scope practice. ABPS Board qualified/certified. California license required. Benefits included. Inland Empire. Please forward resume to familyfootcenter@verizon.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YONKERS, NY
Well established podiatry practice is looking for part-time podiatrist to work 2-3 days per week, including some Saturdays. Will work to get you on as many plans as possible. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure & partnership/ownership opportunity for the right individual. Please submit resume: Podiodoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Excellent opportunity to join our team. Minimum PMSR/36 with RRA training or experienced podiatrist with same qualifications. Candidate should be outgoing, personable, have a strong work ethic and be highly motivated. All aspects of podiatry including wound care. Part-time leading to full-time will be considered. Please send a cover letter and CV to: tricountypods@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CARROLLTON AND VILLA RICA, GEORGIA
Immediate position available. GREAT opportunity to join a 40 year old thriving practice 45 minutes west of Atlanta. One established physician is leaving and another will be retiring in two years, so you will be on the fast track to partnership. If you are energetic, self-motivated, and ready to hit the ground running with a full load of patients from day one, email cv to kdanis@westgapodiatry.com or fax to 770-832-3518.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Well respected, established practice seeking board eligible/board certified associate. Excellent opportunity for a motivated, hardworking, ethical and personable individual. Must be willing to practice all aspects of podiatric care. 2016 Residency Graduate OK. Practice in a new, modern office. Email CV, njpodiatric@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Well-established practice on Park Avenue seeking part time (Wednesdays and 9-12 mornings) long-term associate. You must be skilled in trauma, nail surgery, nail laser, and all aspects of current protocols on pod med and surgery. Good social and clinical skills, ACFAS Board Certification or Qualification with private practice podiatric medical and surgical experience with EHR and ICD-10 a must. NO RESIDENTS. Please email CV and cover letter to healthyfeetny@gmail.com or fax to 212-889-6150.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Seeking energetic podiatrist. You must be trained in all aspects of Podiatric Surgery including forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Be willing to follow and learn proven systems for practice success. Competitive remuneration package. Position available for Summer 2016. If you meet all these qualifications, please apply with CV attached. njpod2013-1@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND
Large and expanding multi-office state-of-the-art group with offices in Nassau and Suffolk counties, seeking a well-trained F/T podiatrist. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and partnership opportunity. We are associated with outpatient surgical centers, hospitals, wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Hard-working, board qualified/certified, self- motivated, surgically trained, willing to live nearby. 2016 graduating residents who would start in July welcome. Please email CV to: drbrook@countryfootcare.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST TEXAS
A well-established practice is seeking a full time associate podiatrist. Must be BC or BQ by ABFAS. Practice offers a good general mix of all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Competitive salary and benefits/Partnership buy-in. Email CV and letter of interest to office manager at toejob40@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Excellent opportunity to join a busy high visibility office with digital x-ray, diabetic shoe store, and 5 years experience in EMR. All phases of podiatry. Good patient volume, lots of DME, and steady reliable income stream. Potential for partnership or purchase. Contact samuel10530@yahoo.com
FELLOWSHIP – DIABETIC FOOT & WOUND (TEXAS)
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2016. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to latonya.rosales@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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SPACE FOR RENT – FORT LEE, NJ
Great Location on Anderson Ave, Fort Lee NJ! Ample street parking. Updated office zoned for professionally licensed. Chiropractic office for 40 years. Furnished, 800 sq. ft., 2 treatment rms./ Large waiting room/2 private offices- Rent $1,500/mth with HHW included. Click here to see office. Email@ RTSQUARED2@GMAIL.COM
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