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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,683 Subscribers Daily
April 25, 2018 #6,173  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PUBLISHED PODIATRISTS | |
IL Podiatrist Publishes eBook for Sports Parents
Robert Weil, DPM has just published an ebook titled #HeySportsParents: An Essential Guide for Any Parent with a Child in Sports. This eBook was co-authored by Sharkie Zartman.
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Dr. Robert Weil and new eBook |
Dr. Weil is the host of The Sports DoctorTM Radio Show. The show is now featured on BBS Radio Network and Sports 4 Fanz Radio. "Dr. Bob" was formerly on HealthyLife.net Radio and also on WDCB public radio in Chicago for over twenty years. He has written articles for many newspapers and magazines and is a frequent guest on other networks.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
VA Podiatrist Joins Foot & Ankle Center
Alexander Mount, DPM has joined The Foot & Ankle Center, a division of Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC. Dr. Mount specializes in pediatric and adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
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Dr. Alexander Mount |
Dr. Mount received his DPM from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, and completed his residency at Morristown Memorial Hospital. He is affiliated with CJW Medical Center.
Source: Richmond Times-Dispatch [4/23/18]
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Delivers Keynote Address at UCSF
Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery, founder and co-Director of the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) at Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California delivered the keynote address at the 2018 UCSF Diabetic Limb Salvage Symposium in San Francisco this weekend.
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(L-R) Drs. David Armstrong, Michael Conte, and Alex Reyzelman |
Armstrong’s keynote and three other communications covered a broad range of topics his Los Angeles-based team is working on– from tissue augmentation to wearable robotics. This was the second time that Dr. Armstrong served as keynote speaker, having been given the honor during the inaugural 2016 Symposium.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
PRESENT to Manage 2019 LACPMA Treasure Hunt Meeting
PRESENT e-Learning Systems (PRESENT) has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with the Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Association (LACPMA) to take over the management of its Treasure Hunt meeting. The well attended Treasure Hunt meeting has been presented annually by the LACPMA for 37 years and has long focused on practice management issues.
With the addition of PRESENT management to Treasure Hunt, the meeting will be expanded in scope from one to two days to include an additional day of CME education and hands-on workshops, and will be moved to a larger venue.
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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 | |
Overall Tax Strategies for Physicians - Part 6
Now that the tax-filing deadlline is here, the die is cast on last year's revenues, refunds, and amounts owed. However, smart planning throughout the year and effective management of expenses and deductions can leave physicians and medical practices better equipped for next year's filing season. Here are some tips that can help physicians maximize revenues and sail smoothly through tax season into next year.
6. Consider the New Tax Law - "Make sure you discuss with your accountant the changes that the new tax law will bring to 2018. Many of our clients are doctors who always paid the alternative minimum tax, but due to changes in that tax... [they] will no longer pay it in 2018 and their taxes are going down. The biggest decreases we see are for [physicians] making between $250,000 and $500,000...." - Mark Dietrich, CPA, member, National Society of Healthcare Business Consultants.
Source: Julia Filip, Physicians Practice [4/6/18]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Hospital Initial visit/consultations and Residents
If one of my residents sees a consultation at the hospital, contacts the attending, in this case it's me at 7 PM on any given day. The very next morning, I go and see the patient some 12 hours later: Am I allowed to bill the consultation from the evening prior?
Additionally, what type of procedures can a resident do on a consultation in the hospital or in a in emergency room when I am not present (remove an ingrown toenail, removal of foreign body, sew a laceration, or apply a cast, etc.)?
Jeffrey Klein, DPM, Waterford, MI
Response: No, you cannot bill for the consult from the prior evening if you did not see the patient that evening. You cannot bill for a hospital encounter if you were not there, even if you spoke with the resident on the phone and advised the resident. And even if you sign the resident’s note the next day.
As far as your second question, what the resident can and cannot do is totally up to state and hospital regulations/bylaws. This can vary from state to state and definitely vary between different hospital systems. This is a question for the medical staff office at your hospital. Also, it's not a bad idea to run this question past the malpractice carrier for both you and your residents.
Jeffrey D Lehrman, DPM, CPC, Springfield, PA
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| QUERIES (DME) | |
Query: Employee Incentive Bonuses for Therapeutic Shoe Program
I have had a diabetic shoe program in my office for years. One of my staff members has been in charge of this program and is well versed on the rules and the paperwork that are necessary to run a successful shoe program. However, our shoe numbers have been down lately and I would like to start a reward program for this employee based on the number of shoes that are dispensed as an incentive to be more productive. Does anyone have suggestions for a bonus system for improving our diabetic shoe program?
Name Withheld
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Keith Sklar, DPM
I had a previous patient with similar clinical findings. The patient was 12 years old. Both he and his parents were educated on what I believed to be a fungal condition. The patient was treated with PinPointe laser as well as oral terbinafine, and topical anti-fungals. The patient and his parents were reminded about the importance of parent/patient compliance.
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I rarely remove a nail plate. I’ve improved so many dystrophic nails very simply. As I tell all my patients, it just takes time, patient compliance, and good physician care.
Keith Sklar, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Designed for "luck" or "looks"? (Photo: Hiko-Mizuno ) |
These are suede 'Shibuya' handmade lace-up boots with appliqué patches of Japanese luck symbols.
Source Saki Tahara via Virual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - NORTHERN MASSACHUSETTS
Looking for well trained, personable physician willing to be a part of the team. Must have completed surgical residency and board qualified/certified. We have 2 busy clinics. No nursing homes. Affiliated with multiple local hospitals. Salary and benefits available. Please send resume to cfdalrymple@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SARASOTA 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 Sarasota, 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/PARTNERSHIP POSITION - MICHIGAN
Immediate opportunity to take over established patient flow with excellent referral base from doctor moving to another state. Busy multi-office, 4-physician practice, three offices Southeast Michigan, EMR, digital x-ray, full scope of practice; opportunity for immediate partnership or employment. All inquiries kept confidential. Please respond to footandanklesurgeons@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - RURAL NORTHEASTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Great opportunity in rural Northeastern NC! 20 year, well established practice with multiple locations, ready to continue to grow, seeking hard working Podiatrist/s just entering practice or with experience, to join us. North Carolina license a must, Send questions and/or CV to iiicms@aol.com
ASSOCIATE NEEDED - WARREN/YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
Ankle & Foot Care Centers operates 20 locations in Northeast Ohio. We are looking to add a full-time pediatric 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.
IMMEDIATE OPENING - EAST CENTRAL FLORIDA
Large practice in East Central Florida has a full-time position open, prefer DPM with minimum of 1 year private practice. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
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 – NY/PA REGIONAL GROUP PRACTICE
Involving 3 hospitals, wound care center, 3 Offices- well staffed/well equipped-EPAT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, EMR, DME digital scan, etc. Beautiful area/easy commute/low cost of living. Generous base salary with incentive. Seeking ABFAS qualified DPM. Email CV chipmunklane59@gmail.com
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. podo2345@aol.com 516 476-1815
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NAPLES, FL
Associate podiatrist Naples, Florida. PSR 24/36, ABFAS certified/qualified for surgical practice. Must have FL license. Hospital privileges available. No HMOs, no nursing homes. Naples is upscale area and wonderful place to work and live. Prefer someone personable, hard working and team player. Email CV draustin@gulfcoastfootcare.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Turn-key practice for sale in West San Bernardino County. Large office with a steady flow of patients. For interested parties, please email: socalpodpractice@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Relocating. A well-established, successful solo practice in highly sought after Los Angeles county. Grossing over $300k for two decades, averaging 300 patients per month, while seeing patients 3 days a week. Considerable opportunity for growth. Accepting all major insurance carriers with high % of cash-based patients. All aspects of foot and ankle medical care, including diabetic foot care, sports medicine, trauma, and office based surgeries. Great front door parking and high visibility building signage. An excellent opportunity for a new grad! Please contact me with serious inquiries only. Send CV and letter of intent to socalpodiatrypractice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – HAMPTON ROADS, VIRGINIA
Established in 1976 - fully staffed podiatry practice located in Hampton roads, Virginia across from a class A hospital. The practice has in-house x-ray, ultrasound and PAD ABI waveform devices, as well as a Styker command II system. The custom design 4000 ft² medical building includes a private parking lot, 6 fully stocked treatment rooms and an OR. Tremendous growth and expansion opportunity. Send cover letter & CV to vapodiatry18@gmail.com
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