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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,481 Subscribers Daily
April 22, 2019 #6,401  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
FL Podiatrist Honored with Scholar’s Award
Robert J. Snyder, DPM, Professor and Director of Clinical Research has been chosen to receive the Sr. Jeanne O’Laughlin, OP, Scholar’s Award. This prestigious award is presented annually in recognition of exceptional scholarly performance at Barry University. He will receive a $1,000 cash award along with inclusion of his name on the Sr. Jeanne O’Laughlin Plaque.
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Dr. Robert Snyder |
Dr. Snyder has been full time faculty at the School of Podiatric Medicine for 9 years. During his tenure he has brought over 30 randomized controlled trials to the university and has collaborated with students and residents on more than 28 peer-reviewed and trade journal publications as well as two book chapters.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE MEDIA | |
Walking Barefoot at Home Can Cause Foot Pain: ME Podiatrist
"It's important to check your feet daily, especially for diabetic patients," says Dr. Jared Kohlbacher. People often walk around their homes barefoot. As we age, the fat pads under our metatarsals atrophy. Walking on hardwood floors for years can cause foot pain"
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Dr. Jared Kohlbacher |
Dr. Kohlbacher says sometimes a fix for arch pain can be as simple as an orthotic.
Source: Ashley Blackford, WAGM-TV [4/15/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
FL Podiatrists Treat Homeless on Holy Thursday
In honor of Holy Thursday, one area hospital is taking a step in the right direction to help the homeless, by holding an event to provide foot care new gym shoes. OSF Saint Anthony joined forces with Carpenter's Place for Holy Thursday, a day that commemorates the last supper. "We decided on Holy Thursday and that we would do a washing of the feet,” said OSF podiatry resident Brittany Wojnicki, DPM.
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FL Podiatrists Treat Homeless on Holy Thursday |
Dr. Wojnicki says many of these people's feet are their only mode of transportation, so keeping them healthy and in proper shoes is important. “We actually bought 75 pairs of shoes on our own at Payless. People probably thought we were crazy because we were just grabbing shoes off the shelf,” Wojnicki said.
Source: Brittany Karline, WIFR [4/18/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Skip Fish-Y Pedicures: NY Podiatrist
You've heard about salon pedicure fish soaks where the swimmers supposedly eat away dead skin from your soles. The truth is they carry skin cells from client to client. Just say no! Emily Splichal, DPM, a New York City podiatrist, cautions: “Avoid pedicure soaks if you have any foot/leg cuts or sores and after a lower leg wax or shave, which can create small undetectable nicks in the skin that create a portal of entry for bacteria. It's important since there is a rise in staph infections called MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) that are hard to treat and resistant to antibiotics.”
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Dr. Emily Splichal |
While tubs should always be drained, cleaned, swabbed with disinfectant, and wiped between each customer, sometimes you can't tell. Salons that use disposable plastic footbath liners add a layer of reassurance. “Anyone with compromised circulation or nerve sensation to the feet should always skip the soak and cuticle part of a pedicure and just get a polish change,” Dr. Splichal says.
Source: Lois Joy Johnson, AARP [4/18/19]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
NC Podiatrists Sentenced and Ordered to Pay Restitution
Dr. Jerry Gross, a podiatrist, and his son, Jason Gross, were sentenced last week to three years on probation and jointly ordered to pay restitution of $162,276 after admitting to fraud at a podiatry clinic in Forest City, North Carolina.
Source: Mitch Weiss and Holbrook Mohr, Associate Press [4/18/19]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Get Paid for Procedures Insurance Won’t Cover - Part 1
Getting paid for procedures continues to become more complicated. Many doctors are adding new procedures to their offerings that patients want and can benefit from, such as Botox to treat migraine headaches, dermal fillers for aesthetic purposes, laser therapies for scar reduction, stem cell and platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections for musculoskeletal disorders, genetic testing, and many more. But insurance companies often won’t pay for them. Here are some ways to get paid?
1. Be transparent about cost. Before anything is done, inform the patient how much they will need to pay and why. If a service is one that needs to be done more than once, or has that potential, let the patient know first. The patient will be upset paying out-of-pocket only to learn that there will be further expenses in the future.
Source: Linda Girgis, MD, Physicians Practice [4/17/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Diabetes Necessary for Functional Orthotics
I am seeing an increasing issue with commercial insurance requiring the presence of diabetes to qualify coverage for biomechanical orthotics (L3000). At first I thought there was confusion with the diabetic-insert codes. Are others seeing this trend? How do I address the suspected misinterpretation?
PM News Subscriber
Response: That varies with each carrier. Many still fall back on the old standard of covered if in a shoe attached to a brace. Some policies will allow an orthotic outside of the A codes for patients such as diabetics, people with severe foot deformities, etc., while others allow for the more common biomechanical issues of plantar fasciitis, etc. Bottom-line, pre-authorize orthotics and be clear as to the the HCPCS code you are requesting and the corresponding ICD-10 codes. In addition, always ask for any exclusions to orthotics as you may get a rookie telephone person who does not check the exclusions.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Michael Schneider, DPM
Keep your license at least for a few years. You never know what may come your way.
Michael Schneider, DPM, Denver, CO
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Reaction to ban on plastic bags? |
Source: Peter Jakubik via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
Established Houston practice seeking motivated, hard-working recent graduate for associate position in all aspects of podiatry. Long-term plan includes partnership. Send CV to dpm2docs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND/QUEENS
Advanced Podiatry Seeking Full Time DPM for upscale practices located at the Americana Manhasset, Huntington and Queens. Excellent work environment and company culture. Latest technology with digital x-ray, laser, EHR, Ultrasound, the latest Apple software and iPads. Must be surgically trained, motivated, with a great work ethic. Very competitive salary with significant upside. Visit www.LIFootCare.com and email eavieiradpm@gmail.com for more info.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FL
Seeking associate for busy foot/ankle practice. ABFAS cert or qual. Great interpersonal skills and willing to work as a team, follow company protocols and systems. Office fully EMR, digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. Email: DrLam@naplespodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
Independent Podiatry Group Practice looking for a full-time and / or part-time associate. Foot and ankle surgery, hospital rounds, wound care and general foot care. Comprehensive benefit package and opportunity for future partnership. Please send resume to debra8@zoominternet.net
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
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.
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
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SPACE AVAILABLE - MANHATTAN
Dr Sha’s Downtown Manhattan Podiatry Workplace available. Satellite-Part Time, Maiden Lane corner Broadway High Tech Upscale, 4 treatment room podiatry practice of Dennis Shavelson, DPM immediately available two days a week. Fitness-biomechanics-dermatology oriented. Access via Path, ferry, and mass transit. 10,000 pass by my LED signs an hour. Custom terms to be mutually determined. Perfect for Downtown satellite location, Surgical DPMs, in-network practices. Established parties only. Email drsha@lifestylepodiatry.com with interest.
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
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, price reduced to $250K (includes real estate). 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
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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