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March 12, 2021 #6,905  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Two PrePodiatryLife Women’s Month Scholarships Awarded
The annual PrePodiatryLife Women’s Month Scholarship was initiated by Elizabeth Ansert, DPM in 2021. It was created to inspire and recognize women podiatry medical students for their community service, health, and contribution at a national level. $250 cash prizes were awarded to two winners to support the creative written content in the field of podiatric medicine and healthcare.
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(L-R) Payal Sethi and Alexandra Brown |
The winners were: Payal Sethi (CSPM ’24) for her article, "Our Heels are Higher than Your Glass Ceiling," and Alexandra J Brown (TUSPM,’22) for "Perspective is Paramount: Women in Podiatry." Finalists were: Nayan Khan (NYCPM ’23), Isabella North (SCPM ’24),Treloara Harrisson (NYCPM ’24), and Maria Love (AZPOD ’24).
Source: Hallux
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
RI Podiatrist Named Chief of Podiatry at Landmark Medical Center
Arun Karwal, DPM has been named Chief of Podiatry at Landmark Medical Center in Providence County, Rhode Island. Dr. Karwal received his podiatric medical degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University (CSPM).
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Dr. Arun Karwal |
He completed a podiatric residency at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island in Pawtucket, RI.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
PA Podiatrist Joins Tampa VAMC
Bao Tram Nguyen, DPM, MS has started a new position as podiatrist at Tampa VAMC in Tampa, FL. Dr. Nguyen received her podiatric medical degree at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (SCPM).
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Dr. Bao Tram Nguyen |
Dr. Nguyen completed a podiatric residency at Montefiore Health System in Bronx, NY. She is an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NM Podiatrist Now Co-owner of Sandia Foot and Ankle, PC
Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo, DPM is now co-owner of Sandia Foot and Ankle, PC in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo received her podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Shanti Balkissoon-Castillo |
Dr. Balkissoon-Castillo completed a podiatric residency in Tucson, AZ and is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital. She has volunteered as a podiatrist at Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless since 2010.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN THE NEWS | |
Uses of TAPESTRY® Biointegrative Implant Expand
Embody, Inc., a medical device company developing novel collagen-based technologies for soft tissue injury and repair, has announced the expansion and clinical use cases of TAPESTRY® Biointegrative Implant in the U.S. market. TAPESTRY Biointegrative Implant is the first collagen-based implant with a bioengineered micro-architecture and biostimulative, highly organized type I collagen chemistry specifically designed for the management and protection of tendon injuries.
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"There is a strong clinical need for a better solution to treat tendon injury of the foot & ankle," said Alan Ng, DPM, at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver, CO. "The TAPESTRY implant is unlike anything else I have used in its ability to form new, dense collagenous tissue at the site of the implantation combined with its superior handling and sizing making it ideal for a variety of challenging tendon procedures including Achilles and paroneal tendons."
Source: The Central Virginian [3/10/21]
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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 | |
6 Questions to Answer Before Preparing 2020 Taxes - Part 3
As you begin to pull together your tax information for 2020, answer these 6 essential questions to potentially reduce your taxable income 2020 tax liability.
3. Did you give any monetary gifts?
Each and every year you can gift a certain amount to anyone you want without having to deal with the gift tax. For 2020, that amount was $15,000. The $15,000 applies to each recipient, so if you donated $15,000 each to five of your children, you will have reduced your taxable estate by a total amount of $15,000 x 5 or $75,000. That’s not a tax deduction for this year but will reduce your heirs’ ultimate estate tax liability.
If you gave more than $15,000 in cash or assets (e.g. stocks, land, a new car) last year to any single person, you will need to file a gift tax return IRS Form 709 to be compliant with the IRS tax code. This doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have to pay a gift tax this year, it simply satisfies the requirement to disclose the gift.
Source: Julianne F. Andrews, MBA, CFP®, AIF®, Physicians Practice [2/26/21]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Two Ulcers, Two Types of Codes
For a Medicare patient, if you debride ulcers on both legs, is it all right to bill an E/M code for one leg and a debridement code for the other leg? For example, you cite management on the right leg of the culture review, home health order updates, venous insufficiency management, dressing change (and by the way, you debride the ulcer). And on the left leg ulcer, you cite the process of debridement. In summary, I would bill E/M for right leg ulcer and associated conditions and bill CPT for debridement on the left leg ulcer. Would this pass audit?
Troy Harris, DPM, Jacksonville, FL
Response: With the proper documentation, you should survive any audit. First off, you debrided both legs and you should bill for what you do. Remember that debridement is not an RT/LT situation but aggregate size of similar wounds and level of debridement.
That brings us to the E/M. -Culture review- Okay, reviewing unique test is one component of E/M selection. But what did you do? Continue with empirically started cephalexin? Changed/added/discontinued antibiotics per culture?
-Home health orders. What did you change? I assume the home health agency will be evaluating/treating both legs and not just the right side.
-Venous insufficiency management. What did you change? If these are venous ulcers, wasn’t that discussed day 1?
-Dressing change. Not payable anyway when a debridement is billed.
So, yes, you are treating “a stable chronic/acute illness” and, yes, you reviewed data so, in theory, you met two out of three E/M criteria. But remember that each procedure has a certain amount of E/M built into the fee allowance for the procedure. So was the work that you cite “significant and separately identifiable” from the E/M included in the procedure performed? This is where you will win or lose the audit.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
Query: New Optum Fee
I have spoken to my billing department and have been informed that to print remittance statements from Optum, we now need to pay 0.05% of the amount reimbursed to us. Mind you, we can view them online, but they have eliminated the ability to print the statements. Optum is contracted with UnitedHealth Care. I have never heard of such a problem and cannot believe that a percent charge to print our statements from our computer would be possible. Has anyone else encountered this problem?
David E. Linde, DPM, Birmingham, AL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CASE REPORTS) | |
RE: Diagnosing Achilles Tendon Rupture During a Virtual Examination
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
The New England Journal of Medicine (February 27, 2021), in an article by Stephen Bent, MD and Martin J. O’Malley, MD, reported how a diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture was made remotely in a 54-year-old man who sustained the injury while playing tennis. He felt a tearing sensation in his lower left leg and was unable to bear weight on that extremity since the injury. During video consultation, he was asked to lie in a prone position and flex his knees to a 90-degree angle and relax. Asymmetry of the feet including abnormal dorsiflexion of the left foot was apparent and suggestive of a rupture of the Achilles tendon.
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Achilles Tendon Rupture Pre- and Intra-op |
Since the exam was performed remotely, the examiner could not squeeze the calf to assess plantarflexion. During surgical intervention, Achilles' tendon rupture was confirmed and the tendon was repaired, followed by wearing a boot, gradual increase of weight-bearing, as well as 3 months of physical therapy. At the end of 5 months, the patient’s gait was normal and his strength improved.
Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What the pie maker's wife wears? |
Source: Huffington Post
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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 - MICHIGAN
Busy office-based practice in Southeast Michigan seeks full-time podiatrist to treat both medical and surgical patient needs. Seeking a caring, self-motivated individual to join and help grow the practice larger. Wound Care, Sports Medicine, Pediatrics, Ankle/Rearfoot training or experience preferred. Lots of opportunity for growth and possible partner track. Competitive compensation, health insurance, and malpractice insurance. Immediate opening or Summer start. Please send resume to: michiganfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a full-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com, should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
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 – WHITE PLAINS, NY
Part time associate wanted 2 1/2 days per week for busy white plains office. Email drhaabrahams@msn.com if interested.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - CONNECTICUT, KENTUCKY, MISSOURI, RHODE ISLAND and NEW YORK
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes, Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facilities in Kentucky, Missouri, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Upstate and Downstate New York. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
OFFICE COVERAGE NEEDED – MANHATTAN
Well established Park Avenue female practice seeking experienced, affable podiatrist for part time office coverage. Email healthyfeetny@gmail.com with short intro and CV with references. Full scope of podiatric medicine and surgery with in-office fluoroscopy, digital x-ray and nail laser.
SEEKING POSITION AS SUPERVISOR – NEW YORK
I am a highly qualified medical supervisor, currently administering large multidisciplinary Northwell Hospital practice with over 100 + staff members and doctors. I am seeking full-time position with a large podiatry, medical, surgical practice in the Queens, Long Island area. Full benefits and compensation commensurate with qualifications. Respond to email address. berleys@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Our podiatry group is a well-established, busy practice in Orange County, CA. Part-time or full-time associate positions available for immediate consideration. Offering competitive compensation. Must have completed 3-year surgical residency and board qualification or certification. Email CV and bio to asbpodiatry@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN COLORADO
Looking for an associate/partner for a small practice in a small town. Must have ABPS board qualification/certification and must be able thrive in a rural setting lacking the conveniences of a metropolitan area. For more detailed information text 970 209-3776.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO
Available immediately. Home visits/ some facilities/ some office hours . Illinois license is required. Existing patients’ base. Net $250-325K. logistics are provided. Full- and part-time are available. Contact vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL PA
Once in a lifetime opportunity for a highly motivated physician. We are located in the fastest growing county with a top-rated school district. Our newly expanded office features digital x-ray, MLS Laser, EPAT, DME, 4-D Orthotics, ABI, extensive OTC products including orthotics and footwear. We service a large hospital system and train residents in a 3-yr PMSR. Must be BQ /BC FF/ RRA and interested in Limb Preservation. Offering six figure salary with sign on bonus, PTO, full medical/dental, STD/LTD, 401K, malpractice insurance, all dues and CME paid, partner opportunity. Send CV to footpainpros@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
PODIATRIC SURGEON – SOUTH CAROLINA
Physicians Footcare, SC largest provider of podiatric services, is seeking a highly skilled and personable physician to join our TEAM. If you are ready to live, work, and play comfortably; send letter of interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BILLINGS, MONTANA
Tired of COVID and the city? This is your chance to have the position you've been dreaming about. Need board qualified associate wanting to work hard & enjoy the rural life of Montana. Work ethic and personality will deliver you an above average income. Join the largest group in the region. Base salary plus bonus, malpractice and other benefits. Email for details and to set up interviews. craig.mclaws@mt-podiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CENTRAL, PA
www.martinfootandankle.com is looking for a professional and energetic associate. Practice is high volume and full scope. Practice includes: 5 offices, 4 PT gyms & 2 shoe stores. Competitive compensation & benefits. Send letter of interest and CV to jbowen@martinfootandankle.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 fellowship avail, must be BQ ABFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
GREAT OPPORTUNITY IN RURAL NORTH CAROLINA
20+ year old practice in North Carolina, all aspects of podiatry. Loyal patient following, physician referral base. EHR, staff in place. Low overhead. Great potential for any type of podiatrist. Will stay for transition if desired. 252-813-3136.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Well established practice is looking to expand and have eventual partner and possible even transition to possible buyout. Compensation along with 401K, health insurance, malpractice, vacation, etc. Look for pleasant person, who is desiring to become Rearfoot and Ankle certified along with skills in wound care and general foot-care. We have a large referral base and new office, digital x-ray, lasers, EMR, etc. Please send CV to scfootdoc@gmail.com
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