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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,770 Subscribers Daily
April 03, 2018 #6,157  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Students Party Elegantly at 2018 FootBall
280 guests (students plus some faculty) filled a ballroom at the JW Marriott Essex House on Central Park South on March 3 for the glittery student-run 2018 FootBall. The students had voted for Teachers of the Year for the different class years ahead of time and these faculty were honored at the event: 1st Year: Peter Barbosa, PhD, 2nd Year: Gus Constantouris, DPM (’89), PharmD., 3rd Year: Medicine -- Randy Cohen, DPM, Ortho/Pediatrics – Barbara Resseque, DPM (’80) Surgery – Matrona Giakoumis, DPM (’10)
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Attendees at NYCPM FootBall |
The FootBall Committee consisted of: Wade Chimerofsky (’19), Jaskern Dhami (’20), Michelle Diaz (’19), Thomas Ehlers (’19), Amber Kavanagh (’19) and Kim Inocco (’19), lead coordinator of the FootBall (as well as Treasurer of the Student Association).
Source: Footprints [March 2018]
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
Team FPMA Rides Again and Goes National!
On Sunday March 25, 2018 the Florida Podiatric Medical Association’s (FPMA) cycling team participated in the American Diabetes Association’s cycling fund-raising event, the Tour de Cure, in Lake Nona (Orlando), Florida. This year, the team expanded from 13 to 18 members, including Dr. John Brummer from New York. Each cyclist pedaled either 25, 50, 63 or 101 miles. Team FPMA raised over $17,000 for the ADA this year. Dr. Andy Levy from Jupiter, FL raised $10,000!
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Kneeling: Leo Bondi, Front Row (L-R): Dr. Nick Przystawski, Vickie Lingerfelt, Dr. Glenn Osterweil, Miriam Armstrong, Dr. Robert Iannacone, Stacy Iannacone, Dr. Bill Salcedo, Christina Bondi, Back Row: Dr. Andy Levy, Tim Smythe, and Dr. Alissa Zdancewicz. |
Dr. Robert A. Iannacone said, “We had almost all our members return this year, and expanded the team by about 40%. Next year, we will make a greater push to include podiatrists and their friends and family from across the country to get out of the cold and join us for a weekend of cycling and comradery.”
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
MS Podiatry Clinic Donates to Kicks for Kids
The Junior Auxiliary of Meridian received a donation this week toward their "Kicks for Kids" project. The Foot Clinic of Meridian and Internal Medicine Clinic donated the money. It will help the JA reach its goal of buying 1,000 shoes that will be given out to kids in the community. Doctors at the foot clinic say they wanted to have a part in helping local kids. "Kicks for Kids really co-mingled with what we do for a living, and we thought it would be a great idea to participate," said Dr. Leigh White, podiatrist at the Foot Clinic of Meridian.
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Staff of the Foot Clinic of Meridian present donation. |
"It started as our provisional project this year, and we have decided to continue that as a part of our Helping Hands project each year," said JA member, Hallie Majure Dyess. The Junior Auxiliary will also host its "Breakfast with a Bunny" at St. Paul's Episcopal Church to raise money for "Kicks for Kids."
Source: WTOK-TV ABC 49 Meridian [3/31/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
IL Podiatrist Donates $250,000 to Community College
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that employment in fields related to healthcare will grow by 18 percent by 2026. There will be more healthcare jobs added in that time than any other occupational group, as measured by the BLS. Dr. Gina Santori, of Lisle, knows the trends and wants to help prepare people to serve in healthcare. She recently made a generous donation of $250,000 to Waubonsee Community College to support the students in the Nursing and Healthcare Programs.
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Dr. Gina Santori |
"I'm on the advisory board for the Nursing Program so I've seen its quality first hand. I've seen the surgical techs up close. I know they are great," said Santori. Her expertise on the advisory board is critical to the success of the program. The program administrators and faculty members rely on her, and others, to guide the program to ensure the students have the greatest education and training possible.
Source: Chicago Tribune [3/30/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 3 | |
Madison Magazine Names 3 WI Podiatrists as "Top Doctors"
Finding the right doctor can be difficult. And in Dane County, home to eight major hospitals employing thousands of doctors, the task can seem daunting. This biennial guide of Top Doctors in the area can assist in the search for the best physicians. More than 200 doctors in 78 categories were chosen by their peers and are listed in this 2018 guide.
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Drs. David Worth, Elizabeth Plovanich, and Michelle Schroeder |
Podiatry: David Worth, DPM, SSM Health Dean, Stoughton Hospital, Elizabeth Plovanich, DPM, University Podiatry Associates, and Michelle Schroeder, DPM, Associated Podiatrists.
Source: Madison Magazine [3/27/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
UK Podiatry Group Wins Age Scotland Award
A Clydebank podiatry service has been recognized at the Age Scotland Awards. Toe-to-Toe Footcare is a volunteer-run service for older and vulnerable patients. It stepped in to fill the gap last year when the NHS withdrew podiatry services for those without a clinical need.
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Toe-to-Toe volunteers receive their award |
They were presented with the Patrick Brooks Award for Partnership Working at the Age Scotland Conference in Glasgow. The award is in recognition of their work with West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership and the podiatry team at the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
Source: Jack Thomson, Clydebank Post [3/29/18]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Areas of Financial Waste to Cut at Your Practice - Part 6
Here are a few ways to reduce financial waste, according to practice management and accounting professionals from across the country:
6. Create Benchmarks
"If your clinic has 10 medical assistants but only two providers, you can compare that to similar clinics to see how far you vary from [the] standards. If a clinic is too highly staffed compared to their peers, it's a problem area and warrants further investigation. But if you are too efficient and have only two medical assistants [and are] understaffed compared to your peers, you need to hire another staff person. Hospitals nationally share staffing data, so they can benchmark with each other, but independent practices don't have that level of sophistication." - 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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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Coding matrixectomy and Initial Visit
A new patient presented and the decision was made to do a matrixectomy at this visit. Can I bill both a CPT 99202 and a CPT 11750? If so, what modifier should I use?
Howard Miller, DPM Manteca, CA
Response: Billing both an initial office visit in addition to a matrixectomy at an initial visit is appropriate. After performing an H&P, I suggest that you bill a CPT 99202-25 with CPT 11750-TX (appropriate digital modifier), along with a 59 modifier.
Alan Bass, DPM, Manalapan, NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommendations for 4-Line Phone System
Can anyone recommend a 4-line phone system? All the systems I’ve researched have too many cons, i.e., no caller ID, etc. I’d prefer a corded system.
Jay Kerner, DPM, Rockville Centre, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DME) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
CMS instituted a re-validation fee for DMEPOS providers five or more years ago. Since this re-validation is only for a period of three years, I am curious how you may have re-validated without having to pay the piper when you last re-validated. CMS requires validation payment(s) from certain types of providers, which is why as physicians under Medicare we don't pay. However, the NSC which enrolls suppliers doesn't have a special category entitled "Physician Suppliers". DPMs, MDs, or DOs are considered suppliers and are offered no special exemption. Thus, you must pay the triennial payment.
The NSC will not even initiate the re-validation process until that fee is paid.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DME) - PART 1B | |
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
It comes directly from CMS and fully explains the fee amount and reasons why it needs to be paid.
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Chalreston, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Seen at the Easter parade? |
Source: Jane E, Your nextshoes.com
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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)
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 – 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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
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
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.
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
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..
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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