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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,765 Podiatrists Daily
March 13, 2014 #5,011  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2014- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
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| PM PODIATRIC HALL OF FAME | |
Wernick, Yates to Be Inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame
Podiatry Management Magazine has announced that Justin Wernick, DPM, and Rita Yates have been elected to receive the 2014 PM Lifetime Achievement Awards and will be inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
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Dr. Justin Wernick and Rita Yates |
Dr. Wernick, the 31st podiatrist to receive this honor, is a noted educator and biomechanics researcher. Rita Yates, the 8th non-podiatrist to be inducted into the Podiatry Hall of Fame is the longtime executive director of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine. Full biographies of both honorees can be found in the March Issue of Podiatry Management .
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Scholl College Students Excel at Midwest Student Biomedical Research Forum
Four students from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFUMS) recently presented their work at the 45th Annual Midwest Student Biomedical Research Forum sponsored by University of Nebraska Medical Center and Creighton University. Craig Wirt and Romesh Dhaduk, second-year students at the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine were accompanied by Sarah Samandary and Saman Sizdahkhani, second-year students of the Chicago Medical School.
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(L-R) Sarah Samandary, Timothy “Craig” Wirt, and Romesh Dhaduk |
The four students had all completed eight-week research fellowships last summer, with Wirt and Dhaduk having been part of the NIH-funded Scholl program. Having placed first or second for their respective colleges at a RFUMS fall poster session, the four were provided funding to travel to Omaha, NE and presented their findings alongside biomedical researchers from across the country.
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS- PART 1 | |
IL Podiatrist Re-appointed to State Podiatry Board
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Dr. Marlene Reid |
Governor Pat Quinn has announced the re-appointment of Marlene Reid, DPM to the Podiatric Medical Licensing Board. The Board is charged with providing expert knowledge and advice on disciplinary matters and professional performance and conduct. Dr. Reid is a past president of the Illinois Podiatric Medical Association.
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS- PART 2 | |
PA Governor's Plan Would Exclude Podiatry Coverage
Is there a kinder, gentler Tom Corbett governing the state? Last week, his administration announced changes to policies that suggest that he's more concerned about the plight of low-income people than he has previously let on. Either that, or he's more concerned about his low approval ratings as he runs for re-election.
Corbett's Medicaid plan is problematic with the cuts to benefits that come along with it. His plan includes new limits and caps on certain procedures, lab tests and radiology, and eliminates optometry and podiatry coverage. That will have real and negative impact on people's health.
Source: Philadelphia Daily News [3/11/14]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY IN THE NEWS | |
Lack of Needed Podiatrists Noted in Nigeria
The lack of local capacity and training of podiatrists (medical specialists in foot care) for people living with diabetes in Nigeria is currently taking its toll on the management and care of the disorder in the country. Currently, there are no podiatrists in Nigeria; neither are there training facilities or institutions equipped to build capacity for the specialty.
Findings by Good Health Weekly reveal that even if a trained podiatrist comes into Nigeria from abroad, such specialist would find it difficult to integrate or practice. Yet, other specialists such as endocrinologists who are trained to look after diabetics, cannot effectively carry out their role without the support and contribution of podiatrists.
Source: Sola Ogundipe, allafrica.com [3/11/14]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Justice Department Investigating Doc-owned Distributorship
Federal investigators are pursuing what may be the first enforcement action against a surgeon involved in a controversial type of medical device firm known as a physician-owned distributorship (POD). The probe follows scrutiny by the government into the impact of these PODs on patient care and costs. Last year, HHS' Office of the Inspector General published a national alert warning doctors and hospitals about the patient safety dangers and fraud risks of buying surgical products from PODs, which are medical device companies that generally have surgeons as owners or investors.
In a typical POD arrangement, physicians own or have a financial interest in the POD. The hospital where those doctors have staff privileges buys equipment from the POD and provides it to the doctors to perform procedures. The government's concern is that this creates a financial incentive for physician owners of PODs to perform more procedures. Traditional medical device-makers, whose business has been hurt by PODs, say the physician-owned entities are involved in a clear conflict of interest, because the doctors who implant the devices stand to profit personally when hospitals buy equipment.
Source: Jaimy Lee and Joe Carlson, Modern Healthcare [3/11/14]
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL/LEGAL) | |
Query: Laws and Rules CME for Florida License
I have more than 70 hours of CME credits towards this biannual renewal, but I somehow managed to miss the one-hour of Laws and Rules CME required for Florida licensure. I have been searching for online courses to no avail. Does anyone know of a source to obtain this one-hour credit?
Name Withheld
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NBPME Seeks Nominations for Board Seats
The following positions on the Board will be open for election to a three-year term at the Annual Meeting in August, 2014
• A candidate who is a podiatric physician currently in practice.
• A candidate who has served as a member of his or her state’s professional licensing board within the five years prior to the initial term.
• A candidate currently serving as a director of a podiatric residency program approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
Interested individuals should forward a letter and curriculum vitae no later than June 1, 2014 to: nbpmeofc@aol.com or NBPME, P.O. Box 510, Bellefonte, PA 16823.
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Koven Smartdop
I have questions for my colleagues who use the Koven Smartdop for arterial exams. Is the unit easy-to-use and time-efficient? Are there issues with reimbursement or Medicare audits? How is the support? For liability purposes, do you interpret the results or do you send the results to a vascular specialist? Any additional information would also be appreciated.
John Scholl, DPM, Lady Lake, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE) | |
From: Bill Greco, DPM
I read the post about the in-appropriateness of post-op global co-pays. I have had the argument about co-pays that are above the payers' approved amount. Colleagues have argued that the co-pay is the patient’s financial obligation by contract regardless of the approved amount, and we the providers are obligated to retain it. My practice has been to refund the difference between the approved amount and the overpayment via co-pay back to the patient. What is the legal obligation in such circumstances? This is an increasing problem as co-pays continue to rise and reimbursements fall.
Editor's comment: PM News does not provide legal advice. Unfortunately, there is no single answer for every service performed. The answer is often found in the fine print of the contract between the provider and the insurance company. Providers are urged to protect themselves by making a specific inquiry to the insurance company for each type of service or procedure performed during the global period. This can be done via e-mail, fax, or letter. Even if the insurance company does not respond, this step can protect you by establishing that you attempted to bill the patient correctly.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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High Heels for High Rollers? |
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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SPACE TO SHARE - EAST SIDE MANHATTAN
East Side Manhattan - reception, waiting area, lab - 3 furnished treatment rooms - Staff available - Immediate availability. email off61dpm@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida. Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MANHATTAN
High End Lucrative Practice for Sale on Fifth Ave. in Manhattan. Ground Floor. Street entrance.1,000Sq. Ft. Doctor owned Co-Op, lease secured for 10 years. Priced to sell. Will be available through transition. Contact Email pied106@aol.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE- NORTHWEST SUBURBS OF CHICAGO
Diagnostic Ultrasound System for sale, asking $7500.00. CTS-8800 Plus system manufactured by SIUI. Purchased new July of 2013, barely used. Price includes cart, supplies, diagnostic books, and access to lifetime training/support through Fischer Biomedical website. Please email to: mjohns2022@yahoo.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PINPOINTE FOOT LASER
$16,800.00 OBO, FDA-cleared to treat Onychomycosis. Purchased May 2011, Machine was maintained under warranty and is in working order. Includes; manuals, keys, thermometer, 1 hand piece, new fibers, cleaver, 3 pairs of eye goggles, original packaging. Contact -Darren @ 801-870-4161 or email: dman1hansen@gmail.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Well established 65 year old practice looking for full time associate upon completion of a 36-month residency. Salary and full benefits including medical and malpractice included. Purchase opportunity available after probationary period. Full scope modern practice with 2 office locations. Great opportunity. Please email your CV to bkatzman2@verizon.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GEORGIA (ATLANTA, NORTHERN SUBURBS)
Largest physician-owned equity based super group model (EHI, Inc.)- seeking multiple practitioners to work in highly successful clinical environments. Physicians must have minimum of 5 years practice experience in high volume clinical setting (s), ABPS board eligible/certified, highly motivated, hardworking, and extremely ethical. Unique setting encompassing practice owned surgery centers, pathology lab (s), imaging service(s), vascular access center (s), hyperbaric center(s), compounding pharmacy, anesthesia service(s), & more in development. Practice mergers considered for the right cultural fit. Competitive initial salary plus ancillary bonuses with full benefit package and ownership opportunities. Please send all inquiries via e-mail to dhelfman@extremityhealthcare.com and mhilsen@extremityhealthcare.com include cover letter and CV.
POSITION AVAILABLE – BROOKLYN / QUEENS, NY
Full-time podiatrist needed for a growing podiatry practice in Brooklyn and Queens. Excellent compensation. Please fax your resume to 888-788-6447.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GEORGIA (ATLANTA)/TEXAS (AUSTIN, DALLAS, HOUSTON)
Largest Physician Owned Equity Based Super Group Model (EHI, Inc.)- seeking ethical hard working practitioners interested in joining EHI’s Southwest expansion. Our model is proven to produce successful practice groups and ancillary services, some of which include physician owned surgery centers, pathology lab (s), imaging service(s), vascular access center (s), hyperbaric center(s), compounding pharmacies, anesthesia service(s), & more in development. This is your opportunity to join EHI’s strategic national expansion focusing on secure wealth creation in an uncertain regulatory healthcare market. Only successful group (s) and/or solo practitioners will be considered. Send inquiries via e-mail to dhelfman@extremityhealthcare.com and mhilsen@extremityhealthcare.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE - BRONX, NY
Associate needed for 30+ year busy private practice. Applicant should be personal, independent and motivated. Bilingual a plus. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. Competitive compensation package. Partnership opportunity for the right person. To apply please email letter of intent and CV to Bronxfootspecialist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CONNECTICUT
Well-established, growing practice in Darien, Connecticut is looking to bring on a new hard-working Podiatric Associate with PSR-36 Training. This is a GREAT opportunity for a young physician coming out of residency. Please email your CV and letters of reference to: sweiss4@stamhealth.org
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
In-network associate position PT/FT east side midtown Manhattan position available for motivated podiatrist in all phases of podiatry including surgery . Please send CV with list of plans that you are in enrolled in to johnj10022@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA - GREENSBORO/TRIAD AREA
Busy, state-of-the-art group practice seeking full time associate. PSR 24 or above training preferred. Excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ethical applicant. Competitive income and benefit package. Hospital privileges available. Board certified/qualified applicant, send CV and letter of interest to triad.podiatrist@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Non-surgical associate wanted for busy Central Florida practice. Duties to include palliative care, diabetic foot care, wound care and minor office procedures. Competitive salary plus incentives, malpractice insurance, health insurance, fees and dues, are covered. Please reply to: footcareforyou@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL PA
Looking for an associate with strong surgical training. Personal and energetic a must. The physician will provide all aspects of podiatric practice, including sports medicine, wound care, and foot and ankle surgery. Competitive compensation package. Partnership opportunity for right person. To apply, please email, letter of intent and CV to premierfootpa@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – TENNESEE
Immediate full & part-time positions available for fully credentialed. Buy in/Buy out options available for this high volume practice in Knoxville area. Principal, also seeking like-minded to share semi-retirement, e.g., 2 weeks on/ 2 weeks off or 1 month on/ 1 month off, etc. Please email letter of intent and CV to:easttnpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Multi Physician Practice – Multi Practice Locations Competitive Salary and Benefits. Experienced support staff. Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KENTUCKY
Immediate opening for palliative/general podiatric care provider in established clinics, nursing home and assistive living settings in beautiful Southern Kentucky. Travel involved, but transportation provided along with ability to provide a wide range of clinical care including DME. Board certification not mandatory, but must be eligible for KY state license. Base salary with incredible bonus opportunity/full benefits. Join Kentucky’s largest and most respected podiatric group. Email CV and letter of interest to:jonkim12000@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SC
Well-established three doctor practice seeks PSR-24/36 trained associate. New office building with privileges at nearby hospital and surgical center. EMR in place. Located near lake and mountains. Two hours from Charlotte and Atlanta. Please send letter of interest to docrose@bellsouth.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Podiatrist in Chicago. Independent, energetic Dr. needed to do house calls; schedule will be accommodated due to Dr.'s preferences; both full- and part-time will be considered. Send your inquiries to: dpms2@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Position available leading to buy in after 6-12 months for the right person. Well established practice all aspects of care. Modern facility and latest technology. Need a self-starter ambitious person to work and grow the practice. Send Resume and cover letter to DRFOOT44@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Immediate associate position available. Applicant should be personal, self-motivated and independent. Will provide diabetic treatments, biomechanical exams, minor office procedures, major surgical corrections, in-home care. Great surgical growth potential. Competitive compensation package. Send letter of intent and CV to: admin@blaskodpm.com.
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