|
|
|
|
|
PMNews
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
| PM News | |
The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,681 Subscribers Daily
April 28, 2018 #6,175  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
E-mail us by hitting the reply key.
COPYRIGHT 2017- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
|
|
| PM NEWS QUICK POLL | |
Last Chance to Vote
Quick Poll
|
|
How satisfied are you with your EMR? |
 |
|
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Home Treatment of Calluses
Vaseline is a super affordable way to soften callused skin. "It’s a sealant," explains Emily Splichal, DPM, a New York City-based podiatrist. "When you take a bath or shower, your skin absorbs all the water and moisture. Vaseline helps lock all that in so it stays within the skin." Apply it to a callus immediately after bathing, then cover the area with plastic wrap overnight to seal in moisture and nix rough skin.
 |
|
Dr. Emily Splichal |
To treat calluses and massage your feet at the same time, try using a pumice stone. "These are better than the blades they use in nail salons because the chance of cutting yourself is much lower," explains Dr. Splichal. In addition to applying topical treatments like creams or ointments nightly, Dr. Splichal encourages patients to use "mechanical debridement" tools like the Ped Egg foot file on calluses one to two times per week to remove coarse skin on the foot.
Source: Anthea Levi, Shape [4/17/18]
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
TN Podiatrist Joins Bone and Joint Clinic
There have been two important developments at West Tennessee Bone and Joint Clinic recently. Orthopedic surgeon Kyle Stephens is now performing hip arthroscopy in Paris and Martin, and podiatric surgeon David Long, DPM is now treating patients in Paris, Martin and Union City.
 |
|
Dr. David Long |
Dr. Long, a board certified podiatric surgeon, has specialized in treating problems of the foot and ankle for more than 30 years. Long graduated with honors from the Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Iowa. He completed his residency at the Orthopedic Institute-Universal Medical Center in Plantation, FL.
Source: Paris Post Intelligencer [4/26/18]
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Joins Country Foot Care
Gerald A. Esmond, DPM has joined Country Foot Care in Patchogue and Mineola, NY.
 |
|
Dr. Gerald Esmond |
Dr. Esmond graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1999. His post-graduate residency training was completed at The Department of Veterans Medical Center in Northport, NY. He is affiliated with the Northwell Hospital System, and will soon join the staff at NYU Winthrop Hospital.
|
|
| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
NY Podiatrists Discuss What to Look For in a Good Shoe
Whether or not your flat feet cause you pain, wearing the right shoe is vital. Slipping your feet into the wrong pair can lead to ankle, knee, hip, back, shoulder, and even neck problems later down the road, cautions Edgard Nau, DPM, a podiatrist at Manhattan Home Podiatric in New York City. The right shoe will provide a comfortable haven for tired, achy, and swollen feet.
 |
|
Drs. Edgard Nau and Bruce Pinker |
So what should you look for? Bruce Pinker, DPM, a podiatrist and foot surgeon with Progressive Foot Care, says an ideal pair will firmly cup the heel and offer sturdy arch support. The toe box should provide ample room, and the shank, or middle part of the shoe, should be somewhat flexible—not too rigid, but not too flimsy.
Source: Tamekia Reece, Prevention [4/26/18]
|
|
| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Overall Tax Strategies for Physicians - Part 8
Now that the tax-filing deadline has passed, 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.
8. Know Your Worth - "When you compile your tax return data, that's a great time to do a yearly net worth statement. For one thing, at that time, the data about asset and loan balances is readily on hand. For another thing, look at your tax return as the income statement of your year and the net worth as your balance sheet. Is your net worth keeping pace the way your income has? And then it's on hand when your banker asks." - Dawn Renner, CPA, member, National Socierty of Healthcare Business Consultants
Source: Julia Filip, Physicians Practice [4/6/18]
|
|
| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Billing a Post-operative Complication
I have a patient about 12 weeks post-bunionectomy. She had a deep suture that was irritating her. I anesthetized the area locally, scrubbed it and went in via a small incision and removed the suture. This was done in the office procedure room. She did well and I didn’t bill thinking it should be in the global period. I know that “return to operating room” for a complication should be covered but my office procedure room is not an OR so I did not bill. My front office is in disagreement with that decision.
Could this have been billed as a retained foreign body? If so, since it was actually a suture, what code would it be billed as? Then can it be billed as removal of foreign body? I figured this was just one of those things where you do what is right and don’t worry about billing. Am I wrong?
David E Gurvis DPM, Avon, IN
Response: The return procedure needs to go to a similar setting as the surgery, so in your case, the complication would have to go back to an OR. But then, is it “medically necessary and reasonable” to do so vs an in-office procedure? To me, this is just a post-op complication that you handled well and I would not have billed it either.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (DME) | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
I'd like to expand a bit on the response provided by Dr. White. The issue of anti-kickback and Stark rules and regulations are far too complex to summarize into a few small paragraphs. There are attorneys who specialize in this area of law who can best provide a practice with a way to safely navigate these rules and regulations. Some of these rules may at first seemingly only apply to Medicare patients. When one digs deeper, you will find that many of these regulations universally apply to all patients no matter the revenue stream (i.e. third party payers vs. self-pay patients).
Any practice wishing to financially (or otherwise) incentivize an employee (professional or ancillary) directly related to income generated from services provided by the practice, needs to be extremely careful about how this is crafted. I am only beginning to scratch the surface of these rules and regulations. It is very apparent to me that the average healthcare attorney may not possess sufficient knowledge on these issues, which the experts in Stark and anti-kickback regulations may possess.
It is also important to remember that investigations of these violations are very costly and the potential financial fines for violating these rules are staggering. The very employee you are providing financially bonuses to, may actually be the star witness against you. It is thus absolutely essential that you seek out those who are best knowledgeable on these matters prior to incorporating any bonus system in their written or verbal contracts.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1 | |
From: Cosimo Ricciardi, DPM
Dyane Tower, DPM, MS is a CURRENT star, not a future star! Congratulations, Dr. Tower.
Cosimo Ricciardi, DPM, Fort Walton Beach, FL
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
From: Howard Friedman, DPM
I am responding to the letter from Bill Beaton DPM which appeared on April 26, 2018 saying I recommended Crocs for medical professionals in a recent article in Prevention.com. In fact, I recommended Dansko clogs which have an APMA seal of approval. I did not mention Crocs in that interview. The article specifically says "Clogs are also a good choice, says Howard Friedman, DPM, a Suffern, New York-based podiatrist. They tend to have a wide toe box, which helps accommodate feet as they naturally expand throughout the day."
Howard Friedman, DPM, Suffern, NY
|
|
| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
Outrageous Guinness Record of the Day
On April 12, 2018, Elizabeth Boylan broke the Guinness World Records title for the "Fastest time to lace a shoe" at an incredible 27.79 seconds during NYC & Co.'s networking event at the NFL experience in Times Square, NYC.
 |
|
Elizabeth Boylan sets shoe-lacing record as Guinness official timer looks on. |
The previous record was held by Mike Daniels (USA), with an impressive time of 44.81 seconds.
|
|
MEETING NOTICES
|
|
|
|
|
NEED CME CREDITS FAST?
PODIATRY MANAGEMENT'S AFFORDABLE ONLINE CME
You can Earn up to 50 Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH) Online
Earn 15 CECH only $219 (less than $15 per CECH)
(Only $15 per credit) http://www.podiatrym.com/cme.cfm
All required credits can be taken online for AL, AK, AR, CA, CO, DE, HI, IN, KS, LA, MA, ME, MD, MI, MI, MS, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OH, OR, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, VT, WV, WI, & WY
Partial required credits can be taken online for AZ, CT, FL, GA, ID, KY, IL, ID, IA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NH, NY, NC, OK, PA, PR, TN, TX, WA, and DC
Choose any or ALL from 25+ CECH Category-1 articles posted
|
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FREDERICK, MARYLAND
Associate position open for a highly motivated, hard-working podiatrist who is proficient in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Candidate must have excellent professional and communication skills. We have 2 office locations and are looking to grow our practice. Prefer someone personable and a team player. Podiatrist/s just entering practice or with experience. Please email CV and salary requirements to asmith@footandankle-usa.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - BUFFALO AND ROCHESTER
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in Buffalo and surrounding areas and Rochester and surrounding areas. Great opportunity for part-time income. Positions available immediately! Send inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.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 – 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.
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
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.
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - EAST GRANBY, CONNECTICUT
Well establish part-time practice for sale in a beautiful section of Connecticut. Practice is open 2 days seeing 75-100 patients/week. We see all aspects of foot and ankle care and accept most insurance. Owner is looking to be closer to home. Great opportunity with turnkey office including equipment. Transition period, office training and finance options available. Interested please email ctfootspecialists@yahoo.com
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.
|
| Disclaimers |
Acceptance and publication by this newsletter of an advertisement, news story, or letter does not imply endorsement or approval by Barry Block or Kane Communications of the company, product, content or ideas expressed in this newsletter. Podiatric Medical News does not represent the views, and is a separate entity from Podiatry Management Magazine and Podiatry Management Online. Any information pertaining to legal matters should not be considered to be legal advice, which can only be obtained via individual consultation with an attorney. Information about Medicare billing should be confirmed with your State CAC.
THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR
ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS
PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an
employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the
intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination,
distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly
prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please
immediately notify me and you are hereby instructed to delete all
electronic copies and destroy all printed copies.
DISCLAIMER: Internet communications cannot be guaranteed to be
either timely or free of viruses.
| | Guidelines |
- To Post a message, send it to: bblock@podiatrym.com
- Notes should be original and may not be submitted to
other publications or listservs without our express written
permission.
- Notes must be in the following form:
RE: (Topic)
From: (your name, DPM)
Body of letter. Be concise. Limit to 250 words or less). Use
Spellchecker
Your name, DPM City/State
- Subscribers are reminded that they have an ethical obligation to disclose any potential conflicts of interest when commenting on any product, procedure, or service.
| |
|
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
|
| |
|
|
|
