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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,488 Subscribers Daily
April 17, 2019 #6,398  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE MEDIA | |
NC Podiatrist Provides Spring Foot Health Tips
April is foot health awareness month, and there are several things you can do to keep your feet healthy and happy says Michael Price, DPM, a podiatrist at Triad Foot and Ankle Center in Greensboro and a member of Cone Health Medical Group. Check your feet each day, especially if you’re diabetic. Those with the disease can develop calluses that predispose them to sores. Additionally, some diabetics don’t have a lot of feeling in their feet, so they can see problems but not feel them.
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During the spring and summer months, check your feet for athlete’s foot. To prevent it, don’t walk around the pool or gym without shoes. It’s important to keep your feet moisturized both in the morning and at night. Use lotion on the tops and bottoms of your feet, but not in between toes, as they stay naturally moisturized," says Dr. Price.
Source: Fox-8 TV [4/10/19]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Presents Grand Rounds at MI Hospital
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Drs. Robert Conenello (3rd from left) and Andrew Cohen (with ball) |
Robert Conenello, DPM presented a Grand Rounds to the medical staff at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital, in Saginaw, Michigan. Residency director, Andrew Cohen, DPM arranged the talk as he hoped that Dr. Conenello’s story of dealing with stage IV throat cancer would inspire the attendees to persevere against adversity, advocate for themselves and their patients, and utilize others in problem solving. Participants also learned strategies in dealing with conflict and improving patient relationships.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Exercises are Key to Maintaining Foot & Ankle Strength and ROM: PA Podiatrist
Headed for a workout? Don’t forget your feet and ankles. When it comes to exercising, these body parts are often overlooked. Feet and ankles are crucial for stretching and mobility, said Joshua L. Moore, DPM, associate professor in the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. “Many people neglect the feet and lower extremity with stretching exercises and mobility exercises, which ultimately may lead to pain, inflammation, and injuries,” Moore said.
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Dr. Joshua Moore |
Ignoring feet and ankles can also result in decreased or limited performance when exercising other regions of the body, he said. The “strength” of the foot involves the tendons that make up the foot and ankle. “These structures need to be intact to maintain the foot’s arch, normal function, range of motion and strength in performing exercise, walking and running,” Dr. Moore said.
Source: Melissa Erickson, Gillette News Record [4/14/19]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Many Women Wear the Wrong Type of Shoe: MA Podiatrist
Dr. Cynthia M. Galavotti has her Soffts, Borns, and Clarks, and frequently advises her patients as a physician who treats the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg, “It’s best to avoid shoes that have no support at all.” This means slipping instead into properly fitting shoes with an arch and some cushion for the ball of the foot. “Women come in because they are on their feet all day and they are wearing the wrong type of shoe for them in my opinion,” said Galavotti, a podiatrist and an associate of Dr. Christopher H. Peteros at New England Foot Specialists in Longmeadow.
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A registered nurse earlier in her career, Galavotti became interested in podiatry while working in orthopedics at Massachusetts General Hospital. She returned to school, graduating in 1993 from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University.
Source: Anne-Gerard Flynn, The Republican [4/15/19]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
How to Protect your Reputation Against Defamatory Online Reviews - Part 6
Doctors, dentists, psychologists, clinical laboratories, and other medical providers have a right to defend their reputations and livelihoods against reviewers who spread false and damaging claims. Fortunately, there are a variety of legal options available to combat defamatory online reviews.
6. Determine if a legal claim is viable. If you believe that the review is indeed defamatory, ask your lawyer about whether you have a viable legal claim. When determining whether to pursue legal action, keep in mind that:
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If a review is posted anonymously, you may be able to obtain a court order compelling the Internet service provider to disclose the identity of the wrongdoer so that he or she may be taken to court.
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To prevail in court, you will need to prove that the statements in question are false. There are many different ways of establishing the falsity of the reviewer’s claims, including through the testimony of witnesses (such as office personnel), records, or other evidence.
Source: Justin T. Kelton, Physicians Practice [4/4/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Michael Cassano, DPM
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Dr. Michael Cassano. Mike passed away on April 12th after a long and valiant battle with throat cancer. Mike was a 1984 graduate of NYCPM and longtime member of the Nassau County Podiatric Medical Association.
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Dr. Michael Cassano |
Mike, along with his wife Dr. Maryann Alongi, also a Nassau Division member, was a regular attendee at our division meetings and special events always supporting the division activities. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Cassano Family at this most difficult time.
Gary Stones, DPM
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Switching to VOIP
We use cable for our phone service provider which is bundled with Internet. Our office has had problems for about a year with dropped calls, both incoming and outgoing. All of these problems appear to be along the phone lines that the buildings share and are not internal phone line problems. I am thinking of making a switch to VOIP. Does anyone have experiences to share with this type of service?
John Scholl, DPM, Lady Lake, FL
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| QUERIES (DME) | |
Query: Lapse in DMERC Certification Due to Inactivity
I have been a participating doctor in the DMERC program through Palmetto for many years. I have had no issues with them, and never submitted many claims. I paid my multi-year re-application fee in January of 2018. Today, I received a notice stating I have "not billed out within the past four consecutive quarters" and I have been, effective immediately, de-activated from my billing privileges! Naturally, I must accept responsibility for perhaps not knowing this nuance, BUT....really! Now I must go through the whole process of submitting the CMS 855s form again in its entirety, which has always been characteristically a real joy to do. Is this common? Has this de-activation from CMS been out there and do many not know of this requirement?
Name Withheld
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Vincent Marino, DPM
I respectfully disagree with Dr. Warshaw’s post. If one reads the terms of coverage, it says it is covered in a setting “requiring anesthesia other than local”. So unless a practitioner is utilizing conscious sedation in their office, ECSWT would not be covered by Medicare, making it a CASH procedure at whatever value you charge. Be sure to do an ABN though.
Vincent Marino, DPM, San Francisco, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Ernest L Isaacson, DPM
In response to Dr. Gregory, yes, agreed that should have read “low” as most commercial airliners are pressurized to the equivalent of 8,000 feet not ground level; however, to be fair, the pressure is high relative to the air outside of the airplane.
And with all due respect to Dr. Werter, I did indeed emphasize the risk of DVT formation to the reporter, but like most articles, sound bites about fat legs are more compelling than life-threatening blood clots, and that was somehow lost in transmission.
Thank you both for your astute observations and comments on the article; it’s another testament to the virtual sense of community that has been so diligently and passionately cultivated by Dr. Block!
Ernest L Isaacson, DPM, NY, NY
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Hands on heels? |
Source: Fam Irvoll via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2019. 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
PODIATRIST POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA
Work and live in one of the greatest states for outdoor fun and recreation. Centrally located 2 hours from the mountains and the ocean, well established practice of 21 years seeking an associate for its rapidly growing and expanding office. Must be board qualified/certified by ABFAS. Looking for someone with great people skills who is dedicated to putting in the effort to grow the practice. No traveling, no nursing homes. You must have SC podiatry license and next test date is June 1. Please send cover letter and CV to docdan@earthlink.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
Partnership potential with an established (30 year) solo practice looking for recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner with 2-3 years surgical residency training. Clinical skills must include wound care, diabetic foot care, surgery. Modern office with EPAT/ LASER/ EMR. Competitive benefit package. EMAIL JAZ1616@BELLSOUTH.NET.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAMPTON ROADS, VIRGINIA
Busy practice is looking for a BC/BE FT podiatrist! Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and reputation. Must have great interpersonal skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Send CV and cover letter to: sara.bouraee@gmail.com and HRFAS453@gmail.com with a subject line HRFAS POD OPP
PODIATRIC POSITION – NEW MEXICO
Podiatric practice located in Albuquerque, New Mexico is seeking a Podiatrist BE/BC in foot and RRA to join our practice. The ideal candidate is Spanish-speaking. Once-monthly hospital call will be required. Weekly travel to a rural outside clinic required. Competitive compensation with retirement, health insurance, malpractice, etc. Email jrossfootankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CAROLINA/NORTH CAROLINA
Established group practice seeking a well-rounded associate to provide all aspects of foot and ankle care. Candidate must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice. Competitive compensation with 401K, health insurance, malpractice, vacation, etc. Large referral base in a rapidly growing area. Please send inquiries to: mwrapecpg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NJ
Associate needed for 30+ year busy private practices in Central NJ immediately in Mercer county. Applicant should be personal, independent and motivated. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry. Surgery, orthopedics, wound care, primary care and sports medicine. Competitive compensation package. To apply please email letter of intent and CV to footfx124@gmail.com.
POSITION AVAILABLE - MARYLAND
One owner, group practice looking to hire business minded associate for buy-in/buy-out relationship. I will teach you to become a top earner in the field, with buy-in and buy-out agreement after 3 years. Salary with bonus incentive including full benefits. I am ready to slow down and sell 2 of the 3 locations in three years and eventually sell the 3rd location and become an employee working a few days a week. I own two of the office locations, so real estate investments are possible. This is a unique opportunity, you do not want to miss. AtlanticFootSurgeons.com. drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WISCONSIN
Established solo female practitioner seeking a well-rounded associate to provide all aspects of foot and ankle care. Candidate must be friendly, motivated, and dedicated to growing the practice. Competitive compensation with 401K, health insurance, malpractice, vacation, etc. Large referral base in a rapidly growing area. Please send inquiries to: drjulie@greenvillefac.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - NY, NJ, PA, KY, VT, RI
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for full or part time positions. Openings include, but are not limited to, Northern New York, Upstate New York, Buffalo, NY, Eastern Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Vermont, Southern New Jersey, and Rhode Island. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA
Love the beach? Busy, established practice located in a coastal community is looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! ABFAS board qualification or certification is required. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and individual career and reputation. Must have great people skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Competitive pay and partnership track available. Send CV and contact information to: manager@southbaldwinpodiatry.com
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8,000 PATIENT CHARTS FOR SALE - MANHATTAN
8,000 podiatry patients on an external hard drive. 27 podiatric file boxes securely stored. Successful podiatry practice patients from every major medical center in New York City. Worldwide patient flow over 40 years practice. Closed one month. Immediate responses requested. dr.philwhitman1@gmail.com
SPACE AVAILABLE – PLAINVIEW NY (NORTH SHORE OF LONG ISLAND)
Office available to sublet and share. Fully equipped (turn-key) with state-of-the-art extremity MRI, diagnostic ultrasound, x-ray, and the availability to become a staff member of a certified ambulatory surgical center. Call 516 476-1815 podo2345@aol.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
Burned out? Fed up with working for discounted fees and feeling like an indentured servant? Then cut the cord with 3rd party payors! Rare Opportunity: Well established (41years), currently part-time, “CASH” practice. NO INSURANCE! Well maintained 2500 sq.’ office and equipment. Will introduce and train. Contact: uniquepractice@gmail.com
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