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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,192 Subscribers Daily
March 09, 2022 #7,148  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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What percentage of your surgeries are done in-office?
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
APMWA Announces 36th Annual Student Writing Competition
The American Podiatric Medical Writers Association (APMWA) has announced its 36th Annual Student Writing Competition.
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All papers MUST be non-technical in nature. Appropriate subjects include practice management, ethics, law, education, healthcare, 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 4/1/22 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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| ACFAS NEWS | |
New Editor Named for Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ACFAS) recently named Naohiro Shibuya, DPM, MS, as the new Editor-In-Chief of the Journal of Foot & Ankle Surgery (JFAS), the flagship surgical journal of ACFAS. Starting May 1, 2022, Dr. Shibuya will oversee the editorial content and management of the esteemed journal taking over for the retiring D. Scot Malay, DPM, MSCE.
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Dr. Naohiro Shibuya |
Dr. Shibuya earned his doctoral degree in podiatric medicine at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia and received his Master of Science in Clinical Investigation from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Biomedical Sciences in San Antonio. Dr. Shibuya is a Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery and currently practices at Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. He is a professor at Texas A&M University, College of Medicine and is board-certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Dehydration is Most Common Cause of Toe Cramps: TX Podiatrist
According to podiatrist Chanel Perkins, DPM, an assistant professor at The University of Texas Medical Branch, what’s happening in the body when someone gets a toe cramp depends on the exact cause. That’s why it’s so important to determine the root issue. One super common reason for toe cramps according to Dr. Perkins is dehydration. Simply put, not drinking enough water prevents muscles from functioning properly. Dehydration can cause muscles to malfunction, resulting in spasms. The fix here is pretty straightforward. “Staying hydrated helps prevent dehydration and will keep electrolytes balanced and maintain water content in your muscles,” Dr. Perkins says.
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But she adds that overhydration or certain medical conditions can also lead to an electrolyte imbalance, which can also result in toe cramps. A good water goal to aim for is eight, 8-ounce glasses of water today, increasing the amount the more active you are.
Source: Emily Lawrence, Parade [3/1/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
TX Podiatrist Selected for D Magazine Medical Hall of Fame
Joel Brook, DPM, founder of Dallas Podiatry Works (DPW), has been practicing in the Dallas area since 1998. Dr. Brook is the podiatrist for the Dallas Mavericks. His peers consistently vote Dr. Brook as one of D Magazine’s Best Doctors in Dallas and Collin County.
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Dr. Joel Brook |
He has served as chief of podiatric surgery at Medical City Dallas, Baylor Scott & White Plano, and North Central Surgery Center Hospital. Dr. Brook is currently education director for Hunt Regional Medical Center’s podiatric surgery residency program.
Source: D Magazine [3/7/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
AZ Podiatrist Joins Comprehensive Integrated Care
Patrick Gillihan, MS, DPM recently started a new position as a foot and ankle surgeon at Comprehensive Integrated Care in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Gillihan earned his podiatric medical degree at the Barry University, School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery.
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Dr. Patrick Gillihan |
Dr. Gillihan completed his podiatric residency at Yale New Haven Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He is board certIfied by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Linkedin
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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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Today's featured article |
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Texting Patients
Some of the highest-quality healthcare strategies nowadays include remote components and patients are increasingly wanting to communicate with their providers via text messages. While texting can make things a lot easier (and more profitable), it can also be easy to unknowingly violate HIPAA regulations. Be sure to not make these five common mistakes.
5. Sending messages to the wrong contact - It can be easy to accidentally send messages to the wrong person when you are using a personal mobile device or even a secure platform, especially when you are in a rush. Secure system or not, this is never acceptable. By the same token, you wouldn’t want to send an email to the wrong person or leave a voicemail on the wrong line. This can result in unauthorized disclosure of PHI to the wrong people, violating HIPAA compliance.
To avoid these mishaps, it boils down to ensuring that your staff knows what they’re doing, and that you also have appropriate checks and balances in place. It’s imperative for them to exchange information with the correct person. Otherwise, you may be putting your patients and your practice at risk. Confirm patient contact info every time they come into your office so that you always have their updated information. This way, you aren’t sending private information to the wrong person.
Source: Jessica Ayre, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [2/25/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Aetna Medicare Challenges
As of 2022, we have had a problem with Aetna Medicare denying CPT 11055–11057. Is anyone else having this problem? We have several claims that have been denied under the LCD; however, the same codes were billed exactly the same way last year for the same patients and Aetna Medicare paid. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
John W. Lane, DPM, Maumee, OH
Response: MAPs (Medicare Advantage Plans) are required by CMS to cover the same items Medicare does, just not necessarily pay the same. That said, they should be covering this assuming the proper class findings are documented. I assume this is an Aetna problem and not a practice problem having the same coding on board. The location of the lesion could be a factor as well if billing for these codes and the nail care codes as distal lesions have been lumped in with nail debridements. I would appeal, speak with a provider rep, and if need be, ask for a peer-to-peer review.
Michael King, DPM, Nashville, TN
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND THE CORONA VIRUS PANDEMIC) | |
From: Michael Lawrence, DPM
I wanted to respond to comments made about the COVID-19 death of Dennis Bizzoco, DPM. It was certainly unfortunate, but Dr. Bizzoco was anti-mask and published in local media reasons for not wearing a mask which frankly were not at all accurate. From very good sources, he was also against vaccinations and readily advocated against them. These positions may very well have cost him the ultimate price. Hopefully, they didn't cost others.
Michael Lawrence, DPM, Chattanooga, TN
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FOR SALE
Tubefoam Bandage Manufacturing Line
Hermell Products Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialized foot bandages is seeking purchase offers as to its Tubefoam Manufacturing Line, which produces Tubefoam Bandage Products to the podiatry industries. Sale includes machinery, equipment, raw materials, customer lists, and intellectual property regarding this product line. Minimum bid is $225,000. Interested parties should contact Ronald Pollack CEO, Hermell Products Inc. at 860-242-6550.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Michel Tcherevkoff via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING & WEBINARS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT WANTED - DIGITAL X-RAY MACHINE
IN SEARCH OF: Gently used digital x-ray machine (and developer if needed for proper functioning) for central Florida podiatry clinic. Please send all details and pricing information including shipping to Guillaume Picot at CONTACTUS@FLFOOTANDANKLE.COM.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
35 year old practice that became part time is ripe to revert to full time with the right group or individual; located in fast growing Philadelphia suburb. Please send your info and level of interest to JLJLJS@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CONNECTICUT
Amazing offer to take over (own) a busy podiatry practice on the CT shoreline. Those interested in being your own boss contact me. Little to no money down for the right individual. I'll help with the transition. Call or text me at 203-243-2545 & we'll chat OR email me at garygrippo@scbglobal.net.
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
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
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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 keystonepodiatricmedicalassoc@gmail.com.
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