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April 01, 2018 #6,156  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Barry Podiatry Students Participate in Good Friday Outreach
In honor of Good Friday, volunteers are serving up Thanksgiving-style meals to homeless people and hungry families in Hollywood and other cities in South Florida. The Miami Rescue Mission's Broward Outreach Centers host the event each year.
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Barry podiatry students at Good Friday Outreach |
More than 100 people attended Friday's event in Hollywood not only for the food, but also so Barry University podiatry students could examine their feet and provide treatments to their nails, and for calluses and fungus.
Source: Nicole Perez, Local 10 News (ABC) [3/30/18]
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| APMA NEWS | |
APMA to Introduce New Crypto Currency
Following the meteoric rise in the popularity and value of such crypto currencies as Bitcoin and Ethereum, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has announced plans to introduce its own crypto currency to be called Podicoin. According to James Christina, DPM, APMA’s CEO and Executive Director, the coin is to be modelled after Dentacoin, which is already being used in dentistry.
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Podicoin, based on blockchain technology will allow podiatric patients to pay for services with a click of their smartphones. “APMA members will also be able to pay their dues using Podicoin,” says Christina, “so the anticipated rise in the value of Podicoin will benefit both APMA and its members.” Podicoin’s value will be based on the RVU of CPT Code 11721 (Mycotic Nail Debridement) and will trade on the Financial Times Stock Exchange (FTSE), commonly known as “Footsie.”
Source: April Fool’s News [4/1/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
CA Podiatrist Uses Minimal Incision with Fixation for Bunion Repair
Previously, bunion surgery required a long incision, which resulted in large amounts of pain, swelling, and loss of range of motion. "I have been performing this minimally invasive bunion procedure for 5 year and [have performed] over 300 cases. I have treated athletes, celebrities, and dancers. Most of these patients were offered much more invasive procedures to treat their bunions. This new approach only requires a 5mm incision in three different areas," says Alireza Khosroabadi, DPM.
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Dr. Alireza Khosroabadi |
“I can perform this surgery via 3 small stab incisions and most of my patients are able to walk the next day with very little pain and swelling. Since the incision is so small, the scar tissue is not an issue and patients normally don’t lose any range of motion which is very important for the dancers," says Dr. Khosroabadi.
Source: The Drs. [3/8/18]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
CA Podiatrist Uses Biomechanics to Improve Fashion Heels
Thinking about adding a new pair of high heels to your spring wardrobe? You might want to consider advice from the medical community before heading out shoe shopping. Dr. Joan Oloff, a podiatrist, has developed a line of high-end heels that incorporate a range of technical comfort features.
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Dr. Joan Oloff |
“I make my own molds with arch support since the foot sits differently in a heel than in a flat. We combine arch support and metatarsal pads, with the metatarsal pad used as an additional mechanism to off-load the foot. There’s also a canal [created] underneath the ball of the foot filled with shock-absorbing medical grade Poron, so the ball of the foot doesn’t hit the insole board,” says Oloff.
Source: Barbara Schneider-Levy, Footwear News [3/29/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY IN THE NEWS | |
UK Podiatry College Holds Foot Health Awareness Event
People were encouraged to find out more about healthy feet at an event with podiatry students of New College Durham. As well as dispelling myths about podiatry, students also raised money for the homeless charity Crisis.
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Podiatry students at New Durham College event |
Barbara Chambers, head of the Durham school of podiatric medicine, said, “The lecturers and students involved in creating this event want to raise the public’s awareness of the benefits of good foot health and the role podiatrists play in maintaining healthy feet and lower limbs. Members of the public greatly under-estimate the importance and benefits of good foot health.”
Source: Rachel Conner, The Northern Echo [3/27/18]
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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 | |
Areas of Financial Waste to Cut at Your Practice - Part 5
Here are a few ways to reduce financial waste, according to practice management and accounting professionals from across the country:
5. Code Accurately and Ethically
"Make sure you're coding your services at the right level. If you're coding too low, you're not getting maximum reimbursement. I had one client always billing at the highest level, but you don't want to be there either because that would leave you open to an audit. But if you're spending an hour with a patient, and it's taking more time to make a diagnosis, that warrants a higher level of coding. Every now and then, you should do a coding audit to make sure that you're not leaving money on the table. If you're doing something complex, you need to be able to bill for it." - Glen Laurence, business consultant for healthcare, Aldrich CPAs + Advisors LLP, Lake Oswego, OR.
Source: Bob Sandrick, Physicians Practice [3/19/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Palmetto Denying Nail and Callus Care Together
From: Troy Harris, DPM
In my experience, Palmetto GBA has paid for toenail and callus care at the same visit until approximately February or March of 2018. On the same patient, with the same billing and coding, they paid for CPT 11056 and CPT 11720 for a January 2018 visit; then for a March 2018 visit for the same patient, same codes and billing, they paid only for the callus and denied the nail code.
I have spoken with or read about two other podiatry practices that are facing a similar problem. I just wanted to spread the word so hopefully podiatrists served by Palmetto can work together to find a solution. It looks like it may be a computer edit that started when Palmetto took on Cahaba in February.
Troy Harris, DPM, Jacksonville, FL
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| QUERIES (MEDICARE) | |
Query: Medicare Re-validation Fee
I just received a notification from Palmetto GBA that I need to do my triennial re-validation. I was shocked and appalled to find out that I have to pay a government agency $569 for re-validation. Is this something new? Am I reading it incorrectly regarding the fee owed?
Ira Cohen, DPM, Downey, CA
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Bringing an PA/NP into Practice
My practice is expanding and I'm considering bringing on a part-time midlevel provider (PA/NP) to aid in patient care. I recognize that state laws ultimately dictate legality of employment, but I would love to hear the opinions of my colleagues out there who employ or have employed PAs/NPs in their practices.
P David Applegate, DPM, Katy, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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What to wear at a Passover Seder? |
Source: Cafepress.com
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME CEREMONY & RECEPTION
July 12, 2018 – Gaylord National Resort - Washington, DC
Honoring Brad Wenstrup, DPM and Dan Vickers
Sponsored by Bako Integrated Physician Services (Bronze), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Wenstrup and Mr. Vickers inducted in 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 sending $100 per ticket to: APMA Educational Foundation Student Scholarship Fund, 9312 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 or via the APMA Meeting registration form.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN/LONG ISLAND
Seeking board certified/eligible person to work on Long Island and or Manhattan. Must be in-network with most of the carriers. Must have hospital privileges and have the capabilities to perform basic podiatric surgical procedures. Offices fully equipped with x-ray MRI CT scan and is associated with a surgicenter.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ORLANDO FLORIDA
KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is revolutionizing the continuum of care for seniors living in more than 200 long-term facilities in Central Florida. We currently have an opening in the Orlando, FL area. If you are committed to helping seniors live healthy lives, this mobile-based position could be your perfect fit. Our physicians work Monday thru Friday and must maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. We cover malpractice insurance, medical supplies, travel allowance, etc. Exceptional benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance, and 401K retirement plan. Salary and RVU Bonus Structure. Email CV kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA/HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FL
KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is revolutionizing the continuum of care for seniors living in more than 200 long-term facilities in Central Florida. We currently have an opening in the Tampa/Hillsborough County, FL area. If you are committed to helping seniors live healthy lives, this mobile-based position could be your perfect fit. Our physicians work Monday thru Friday and must maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. We cover malpractice insurance, medical supplies, travel allowance, etc. Exceptional benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance, and 401K retirement plan. Salary and RVU Bonus Structure. Email CV kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE NEEDED - WARREN/YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
Ankle & Foot Care Centers operates 20 locations in Northeast Ohio. We are looking to add a full-time podiatric physician to help cover expanding office hours. Tremendous growth opportunity for a hardworking individual with an interest in reconstructive surgery and wound care. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.ankleandfootcare.com Please email your letter of interest and CV to Michael Vallas, Practice Administrator at mike@ankleandfootcare.com.
NEW POSITION-PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Established practice in the Phoenix Metro area is seeking a podiatric physician. This position is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is looking for growth potential in a professional, well-equipped environment. Please reply with your CV at ValleyFeet@Gmail.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - WESTERN NEW YORK/BUFFALO, UPSTATE NEW YORK and NEW JERSEY
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in Western New York, Upstate New York and New Jersey. Great opportunity for part-time income. Positions available immediately! Send inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for PART-TIME podiatrist to do home visits to home- bound patients in NJ, in Southern Counties of NJ, primarily - OCEAN county.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Associate position open for well trained, compassionate physician for busy clinic in the beautiful Danville area of Kentucky. Wide range of services to be offered with several ancillary services onsite. Generous base salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV and letter of interest to: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WANTED - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Full time associate position in a busy office. Broad responsibilities including wound care, trauma call, hospital rounding, etc. Surgical based practice with privileges to local hospital and surgical center. Comparable pay. Position available Sept. 2018, will wait for right graduate. Office is located in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Close proximity to NYC as well as a multitude of outdoor activities. Please send CV in an email to hudsonvalleypodiatrist@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - GETTYSBURG, PA AND FREDERICK, MD
Well-established practice is seeking associate for partnership and buy out. One senior partner looking to slow down and then retire. I will teach you to become a top earner in the field. Don't miss this opportunity! drhenrock@yahoo.com. Dr. Scott Henry 301-514-9781. AtlanticFootSurgeons.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Well rounded surgically trained podiatrist to join state of the art practice EHR, digital X-RAYS, etc, on Long Island. Multi-podiatrist practice needs qualified practitioner to join our team. All phases of Podiatry including surgery, wound care, and orthopedics. Board Certification preferred, excellent salary. Email CV: jbmbcw@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - MARYLAND
Come join our team of top docs. Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC has associate positions available in several of our established MD locations. We have all the administrative, marketing, and assistant help in place to help make your practice, with us, a success. See patients, do your charting, and leave the rest to us. Email your resume and cover letter to newdpm@footandankle-usa.com . We look forward to receiving your information
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO/NEAR WEST SUBURBS
Multi-location group - Immediate opening for ABFAS Board Certified/Eligible associate. Minimum 1 year’s private practice experience required. Surgical/ortho patient load. DME, Rx, Minimal Incision Sx, EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, shockwave & MRI. Top pay, associateship & practice equity available for experienced candidates. Send CV drtsatsos@anklenfoot.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME-APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2018. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, dermatology, as well as plastic, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact drarnoldhertz@aol.com or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE (equal opportunity employer)
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - PORTLAND, OREGON AREA
Walk to one major hospital in 3' and drive to another in 9'. Prosperous area. 4 full treatment rooms. Digital x-ray, diagnostic U.S., Doppler. Will stay 6 mos. to help transition. Respond to: OfficeofPodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Retiring. The practice comes with ready patient base in area of unlimited potential. Awesome locale with lakes, mountains and rivers in every direction. $200,000 buys the building and well established practice. Seller willing to partially finance and stay as needed during transition. Seller also willing to consider renting or lease to buy. Please contact me with serious inquiries only and I will be pleased to discuss the particulars with you. A great opportunity!!! reddingpodiatry@sbcglobal.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PHOENIX METRO/EAST VALLEY
Small office, well established location. Primed for growth in family oriented area with bonus large retiree population. Close to multiple hospitals, surgery centers. New home developments/subdivisions literally around the corner. Email dlmeb5@yahoo.com for details.
OFFICE FOR SALE – NEW JERSEY
Great Opportunity in NJ; ten year old podiatry office complete with two Chairs and stools, XCel x-ray, office furniture, TV, Alarm, file cabinets with active charts, computer with printer/fax, private restroom. On the ground floor. Serious buyers only. Call and leave your name and number: 347-512-2006..
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT – NYC SUBURB
Busy urban location with patients walking in every day. Ground floor accessibility. You will be busy from Day 1 if you are not afraid to work hard. Highly rewarding experience with established office-patient relationship in the community. Suburbs of New York City but city-like atmosphere. recruitjobs18@gmail.com
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