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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,682 Subscribers Daily
April 26, 2018 #6,174  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
ME Podiatrist Promotes Foot Care Awareness Month
April is foot care awareness month. "If your feet hurt, everything hurts, so it's dificult to walk or go to work or go to the gym. So, if we can take care of our feet by doing small, simple things, we can ensure our long-term health," says Jared Kohlbacher, DPM.
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"Exercise is great, but winters are long and cold here so it's easy to put on a couple of extra pounds. Extra pounds can work on our lower back, our hips, our knees, our ankles, and even our subtalar joints and toes. Getting that extra weight off can help," says Dr. Kohlbacher.
Source: Shawn Cunningham, WAGN-TV [4/24/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
FL Podiatrist Joins Baptist Health Medical Group
Podiatric physician Wayne Goldstein, DPM, has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, as part of Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute. He is Board certified in foot and ankle surgery.
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Dr. Wayne Goldstein |
Dr. Goldstein received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University School of Medicine and completed a residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He often lectures on topics related to his specialty at symposiums for podiatric pathology and diabetic neuropathy companies.
Source: South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report [April 2018]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Chronic Wearing of High Heels May Shorten the Achilles Tendon: WV Podiatrist
Warmer weather provides a great opportunity for dressing up, and for many women that includes slipping on a pair of high heels to complete the look. It also means millions of teenage girls are sliding into stilettos for prom. According to Clarksburg podiatrist Dr. Keith Newman, his two concerns for those who wear heels 2 inches or higher would be the effects from the increased load on the forefoot and the potential for adaptation of the Achilles tendon.
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Dr. Keith Newman |
The Achilles tendon may shorten in individuals who wear heels as it adapts to the shortened position from the higher heeled shoe, he said. “Some people will adapt over years or decades of use, and then they may not be able to wear flat shoes effectively anymore without pain,” Newman said.
Source: JoAnn Snoderly, The Exponent Telegram [4/23/18]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
KY Podiatry Clinic Says DOJ Demands Must End
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has improperly continued to demand medical records and testimony from a podiatry clinic chain despite declining to join a False Claims Act (FCA) case that accuses the chain of fraudulent billing, according to a petition filed Monday in Kentucky federal court. The petition filed by Lexington Foot & Ankle Center PSC seeks to set aside a trio of civil investigative demands that the DOJ issued this month. The demands, which followed another demand last year, were improper because they were issued after the DOJ in February elected not to join an underlying FCA case brought by former clinic employees, according to Monday’s petition.
The petition relies on a section of federal law that authorizes the DOJ to issue civil investigative demands. The section says that the DOJ can issue demands “before commencing a civil proceeding under [the FCA] or making an election under [the FCA].” Because the DOJ in February elected not to intervene in the FCA case, its demands in April were no longer authorized, according to the petition.
Source: Jeff Overley, Law360 [4/25/18]
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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 | |
Overall Tax Strategies for Physicians - Part 7
Now that the tax-filing deadline 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 tips that can help physicians maximize revenues and sail smoothly through tax season into next year.
7. Consider the new Tax Law (Con't) -"...[Individuals with incomes [from $250,00-$500,000] were basically not getting any tax benefit from state and local tax deductions due to the alternative minimum tax, which did not permit this deduction. With the regular tax rates lower in 2018 and the tax brackets for those rates wider, they see nice tax cuts." - Mark Dietrich, CPA, member, National Society of Healthcare Business Consultants.
Source: Julia Filip, Physicians Practice [4/6/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Arnold Pock, DPM
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Dr. Arnold Pock |
Retired Navy Captain, Dr. Arnold Pock, 83, an accomplished podiatrist and longtime resident of Pensacola, died suddenly and unexpectedly on April 19, 2018.
Source: Pensacola News Journal [4/24/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DME) | |
From: Josh White, DPM, CPed
I’m glad this office is encouraged to fit more patients with diabetes at risk for foot ulceration with shoes covered by Medicare. There has been a several year trend of fewer shoes paid for by Medicare while the number of patients who qualify has continued to increase. The good news is that pre-payment audits for diabetic shoes that had been so common are no longer a Medicare priority.
While bonus payments to employees performing shoe fitting under the supervision of the DPM may seem like a logical way to increase the number of patients provided care, please be aware that “per patient” compensation might attract enforcement scrutiny by regulatory authorities as Medicare anti-kickback rules, while allowing carve-outs for employees, prohibit...
Editor's note: Dr. White's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Bill Beaton, DPM
Anyone who read the recent recommendation by Dr. Howard Friedman for the use of Crocs as footwear for medical professionals needs to read this article on Crocs by Tom Carlson.
Bill Beaton, DPM, Saint Petersburg, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Origami anyone? |
Source: Liya Huang via Virtual Shoe Museum
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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 Diagnostics (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 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OH
Group practice seeking PSR-36 board certified/qualified foot and ankle surgeon. Must have excellent clinical and surgical skills and provide quality patient care. Practice equipped with EMR, digital x-ray, PAD, Cutera Laser, ultrasound guided injections, PRP all aspects of DME. Hospital privileges, no nursing homes. Highly trained staff. Send CV, to ohiosurgeons@gmail.com Base salary $120,000 and generous bonus plan, 401k, medical insurance, malpractice, paid vacation, holidays, CME, signing bonus. Partnership opportunity
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY
Manhattan group practice looking for highly trained DPM. Full time and/or part time. Seeking excellent professional skills and communication with a team. Send CV, salary requirements to ddzd123@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – VICTORIA, BC
Associate for multi office practice in retirement capital of Canada, Victoria, B.C. Owner retires within 2 years Reply to Orthotic4d@shaw.ca
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 - 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
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 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 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
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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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
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,500 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 18,500 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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