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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,460 Subscribers Daily
March 15, 2019 #6,375  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the March 2019 issue of Podiatry Management. The cover story is titled "Are Supergroups Changing Podiatry's Practice Paradigm?". In addition, you'll find our usual assortment of features, including a CPME-approved CME.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE MEDIA | |
CA & NJ Podiatrists Featured in New TLC Series
TLC, the channel that brought you Dr. Pimple Popper has recently introduced a new series called My Feet are Killing me. In this series, patients of Brad Schaeffer, DPM and Ebonie Vincent, DPM undergo surgery to have their feet radically transformed and their lives changed forever.
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Drs. Brad Schaeffer and Ebonie Vincent |
Dr. Schaeffer who practices in Piscataway and Hillsborough, NJ was recently featured on the Titan Games, where he became a Titan and reached the semi-finals. Dr. Vincent, who practices in Orange County, CA, graduated from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine. She went on to complete a 3-year residency program at Inspira Health network in Vineland, NJ.
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
Inaugural Copeland-Meier Visiting Professorship Held
Recently, the University of Cincinnati held its inaugural Copeland-Meier Visiting Professor lecture with Dr. David Armstrong as the featured lecturer. This is only the 11th Visiting Professor lecture named at UC since its inception, and the first for podiatry at a major academic medical center. The lecture was established to recognize the successful partnership between podiatry and vascular surgery, which includes collaborative residency programs.
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(L-R) Drs. George Meier and Cary Copeland |
The Copeland-Meier Visiting Professor lectureship is the first for podiatry at a major academic medical center. In 2007, Dr. George Meier, Director of Vascular Surgery asked Cary Copeland, DPM to establish inpatient podiatric services at UC and work in conjunction with vascular surgery. Dr. Copeland recruited 9 community podiatrists, but also requested that a residency program be established which subsequently obtained CPME accreditation in 2010. Today, the University employs 4 full-time podiatrists with a robust residency program accredited for 2:2:2 of PGY-1, PGY-2 and PGY-3 in addition to an externship program taking up to 3 students per month.
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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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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Diagnosis Codes and CPT 11042
We are getting denials for CPT 11042 for toe pressure ulcers. I cannot find a diagnosis code that is appropriate. Anyone have any insight?
Teresa Burtoft, N. Andover, MA
Response: In a non-diabetic, the appropriate code for a pressure ulcer of a toe should be selected from this list, depending on the Grade of the ulcer:
L89.890 Pressure ulcer of other site, unstageable
L89.891 Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 1
L89.892 Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 2
L89.893 Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
L89.894 Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4
If the patient has diabetes, you should code it as a diabetic foot ulcer, even if pressure is contributing.
Jeffrey D Lehrman, DPM, CPC, Fort Collins, CO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 1 | |
RE: The Passing of J. David Cartwright Sr., DPM
Dr. Cartwright earned his degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco. A respected podiatrist, Dr. Cartwright practiced in Los Angeles from 1969 to 1982. At one time, he had four podiatry clinics in the L.A. area, and he also mentored and trained other podiatrists in surgical techniques.
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Dr. J. David Cartwright |
He bought a podiatry practice in Big Bear in 1976, and as a private pilot, commuted in his Cessna from the San Fernando Valley. He moved to Big Bear full-time in 1979 with his wife Diane and their two-year-old son, David Jr. “Big Bear’s Podiatrist”, Dr. Cartwright practiced in the valley until the mid-’90s, at which point he became a realtor and focused on real estate sales and investing.
Source: Big Bear Grizzly [3/12/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 | |
RE: The Passing of Anthony F. DeVincentis, Jr.
Dr. Anthony F. DeVincentis, Jr., age 74, passed away on March 11, 2019 after a lengthy illness.
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Dr. Anthony DeVincentis, Jr |
"Dr. Tony" practiced podiatry in the Lovejoy and Orchard Park areas for 45+ years. He was very devoted to his practice and his patients and started the Podiatry Residency Program in Western New York.
Source: The Buffalo News [3/13/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Howard R. Fox, DPM
I assume you do not practice as part of a large group or hospital. If you do, your group or hospital would have a sexual harassment policy in place. It would detail what your exact steps would be.
If you’re not part of a large group or hospital and do not have a sexual harassment policy in place for your office (I assume you don’t or you wouldn’t be asking), your employee can call the police and file charges. You should memorialize your conversation with her in writing and also note the day, time, location and any witnesses. Different states have different reporting requirements. In New York, we have the Division of Human Rights. On a federal level, the 1964 Federal Civil Rights Act (codified as 42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq.) covers this, but you must have at least 15 employees to be covered by the EEOC.
As far as your patient is concerned, I’d speak first with your attorney (many malpractice carries will allow you legal advice to protect you and advise on your actions) before discharging the patient based upon the allegation of sexual harassment. On the smallest level possible, a frank conversation with your patient letting him know his behavior will not be tolerated would be in order, and your patient’s response should also be incorporated on the written memo of the event. Chances are he won’t feel comfortable returning after that and you would avoid having to discharge him from your practice.
Howard R. Fox, DPM, Staten Island, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Timothy P. Shea, DPM
One of your primary responsibilities as a professional business owner is the safety of your employees. Inappropriate behavior, such as language, physical activities, or any actions by patients, or anyone else, which you or your staff deem inappropriate is immediate cause for dismissal from the practice. My office manager is an ex-ER nurse and she does not tolerate anything, even over the phone, that falls into this category.
There is a fine template available from PICA Insurance for dismissing patients. We use the term "inappropriate action" in the letter to explain the reason for being let go. There is no second chance, and I have had a few call backs to request an opportunity to make amends to no avail. Your staff must feel safe in your work environment. Fortunately, this does not happen that often. I recommend you take immediate action in this matter.
Timothy P. Shea, DPM, Concord, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
RE: NIH/NIDDK Forms New Diabetic Foot Consortium (DFC)
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
Diabetic wounds are a significant source of morbidity and cost the U.S. healthcare system more than $13 billion dollars a year. In recognition of the urgent need, NIH/NIDDK has stated an initiative to form the new Diabetic Foot Consortium (DFC) for multi-site clinical research to validate biomedical markers for diabetic foot ulcers that can predict healing outcomes, guide treatment, and monitor healing and response to treatment. The long-term goal is to lay the foundation for a clinical research network to test therapies that can improve healing and prevent amputations.
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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The latest in disposable cardboard sneakers |
Source: Boris Hoppek Virtual Shoe Museum
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 13, 2018 – Salt Palace Convention Center - Salt Lake City, UT
Honoring Samuel Mendicino, DPM and Rembrandt Jackson
Sponsored by ABFAS (Gold), Bako Diagnostics (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Mendicino and Mr. Jackson inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame, including roasts by special guests.
All ticket proceeds go to the APMA Educational Foundation Student Endowment Fund. Reserve your tickets now by calling Sandra Arez at (800) ASK-APMA.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified. Certificate/license medical license to practice in State of Pennsylvania. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members. email CV to: dysteindpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Busy 2 office practice looking for energetic well trained associate. Unique opportunity for long term commitment!! Plenty of surgery to keep you busy. Residency program affiliated. Opportunity for wound care center. Wonderful location. Great place to raise a family. Very podiatry friendly community. Must take KY exam this spring. Send resume to poddoc2019@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUBURBAN MINNEAPOLIS
Well established general care practice looking for motivated, ethical associate with excellent surgical and people skills and desire to thrive in a private practice providing personalized care. Unlimited potential leading to buy-out. Wonderful area to live and raise a family. Submit resume to: wwfootclinic@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS
Group practice seeking motivated DPM. Only 25% Medicare (no Medicaid) resulting in excellent compensation from substantive workload with good surgical balance. Clinic based with no travel. Please send CV to stlouispodiatrists@gmail.com
FULL-TIME MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time podiatrist to do home visits to home-bound patients in mostly Central and Southern parts of NJ. Salary - 100K Plus Bonus, Health Insurance, Vacation time, 4 days work week. Email resume - Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
ASSOCIATE/PARTNERSHIP POSITION - MICHIGAN
Immediate opportunity, excellent referral base. Surgical experience needed; well-trained partners available to mentor. Team orientated and transparent Practice. Senior Partner cutting back. Busy 4-physician practice, three offices Southeast Michigan, EMR, digital x-ray, full-scope; Partnership or employment opportunity. All inquiries confidential. Please respond to footandanklesurgeons@gmail.com.
POSITION AVAILABLE - PENNSYLVANIA/MARYLAND
One owner, group practice looking to hire business minde associate for buy-in/buy-out relationship. I will teach you to become a top earner in the field. Full benefits package including 401k w/ match. I am ready to slow down and sell 2 of the 3 locations in three years. Eventually selling the 3rd location and becoming an employee working a few days a week. I own two of the office locations as well, so real estate investments are also possible. Investment shares available in physician/hospital owned surgical center. Don't miss this unique opportunity. AtlanticFootSurgeons.com. drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY LONG ISLAND
P/T associate position available for an experienced doctor to join our EMR compliant, thriving, multiple office, full scope group on Long Island. Please send CV and contact info to OWHHPodiatry@gmail.com
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. Looking 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
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER NEW YORK CITY AREA
3 location group practice requiring a full-time Associate Podiatric Surgeon with minimum 3 years of surgical residency training in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery, ABFAS board qualification in foot and RRA required. Must be comfortable with all foot and ankle procedures. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice as well as individual career and reputation. Traveling by car is required (not just public transportation). Interested candidates can contact via email: delucia@faasny.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION W/BUY IN OPTION – MARYLAND
Very busy established practice looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! We are participating with three local hospitals and all insurances. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general foot care. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. Great benefit package to include 401k/health insurance/vacation time/CEU allowance and much more!! Please send C/V and cover page to: marylandpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TENNESSEE
Well-established multi-specialty physician practice group seeking well trained and ambitious specialist to treat podiatry and wound care patients. Would be joining a podiatry group with a 40+ year-old established practice. Perfect opportunity to enter academic medicine, as the group is the faculty practice plan for a large medical teaching institution. Demonstrated experience in management of foot problems, experience in foot and ankle surgery, and an interest in teaching and training required. Submit CV’s to uch_hr@uthsc.edu
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SUFFOLK COUNTY LONG ISLAND
P/T associate position available for an experienced doctor to join our EMR compliant, thriving, multiple office, full scope group on Long Island. Please send CV and contact info to OWHHPodiatry@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL TEXAS
Small independent office for sale. Includes all equipment /turnkey. Serious inquiries only. Please call for pictures and price. Located in a lovely small community. Wonderful for families. Physician retiring. Email to Susieintx@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SAN FRANCISCO AREA, CALIFORNIA
Established practice in the East Bay in highly visible medical building across from major hospital. All aspects of foot and ankle care including: digital x-ray, Pinpointe laser, MLS laser, EMR. Turn-key office. Seller retiring. Sale price based on equipment and furnishings. Excellent opportunity EastBaypodiatrypractice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS
30 year established surgical practice in rural East Central Illinois. Re-locating. Turn-key operation with 3 treatment rooms and surgical suite. Certified EHR. Generates $450K, asking $300K. Call 217-549-1887 or email drjoe@myfeethurt.net.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - VESTAL, NEW YORK
Well established, part-time practice. Average 3 days/week. Yields personal income range of $200-$250K. Well maintained 2500 sq.’ office and equipment. Willing to introduce and train. Contact: uniquepractice@gmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,000 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 18,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770
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