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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,997 Subscribers Daily
April 29, 2015 #5,360  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYS State Senator Bill Perkins Tours Foot Center of New York
Recenlty, State Senator Bill Perkins toured the facilities of the Foot Center of New York (FCNY), the clinical affiliate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM). Senator Perkins recognizes that the FCNY’s patient base has the highest incidence of diabetes in New York City, and he reinforces often in the community and in Albany the importance of podiatry in combatting this epidemic.
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(L-R) Daniel Persons, Dr. Eunice Ramsey-Parker State Senator Bill Perkins, Louis Levine, and Dr. Michael Trepal. |
Accompanying him on his tour were Daniel Persons, community liaison for FCNY; Eunice V. Ramsey-Parker, DPM, MPH, Clinic Administrator, FCNY; State Senator Bill Perkins; Louis L. Levine, President/CEO of NYCPM; and Michael J. Trepal, DPM, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, NYCPM.
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
AAPSM Holds Day of Sports Medicine
AAPSM Fellow Dr. Clint Laird organized a great day of sports medicine at Barry University for the current podiatry students on April 25, 2015. Speakers included AAPSM past presidents Drs. Matt Werd and James Losito and current AAPSM Board member Dr. Brian Fullem.
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(L-R) Drs. Clint Laird, Matt Werd, James Losito, and Brian Fullem |
Topics included hallux limitus in the athlete, stress fractures, alternative exercises for the injured athlete, and how to build your sports medicine practice. Dr. Losito is the team podiatrist for the Miami Heat and Dr. Werd works with the Detroit Tigers in Spring training. The AAPSM provides education to several of the podiatry schools each year on a rotating basis.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MD Podiatrist Elected Associate Chief of Podiatry at Anne Arundel Medical Center
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Dr. Ashleigh Korves |
Dr. Ashleigh E. Korves was recently elected Associate Chief of Podiatry at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Korves is a native Marylander who grew up outside Annapolis and graduated from Wellesley College. She then received her DPM degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. While in podiatry school, she was a member of the Pi Delta National Honors Society, and received the William L. Goldfarb Foundation Education Award. She completed a three-year comprehensive foot and ankle surgical residency at Yale New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and received the Dr. Gary P. Jolly Academic Achievement Award.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Over 180 Attend Cherry Blossom Dermatology Seminar
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Attendees at Cherry Blossom Dermatology Seminar |
The 2015 Cherry Blossom Dermatology Seminar took place last weekend at The Westin Hotel in Baltimore, MD. The seminar had over 180 registrants, and a record number of sponsors and exhibitors. The bulk of the lectures were given by both podiatrists and dermatologists. This year, the seminar introduced DERMjunkies - roundtable discussions which gave the audience a new interactive way to learn.
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Diabetic Ulcer in Homeless Patient
I need some ideas on materials I can use to off-load a sub 1st plantar ulceration in a homeless patient who is not compliant. Due to lack of insurance, he has no access to wound care or other off-loading devices. I work at a community health center, so there is no time to apply a total contact cast. He has a plantarflexed 1st ray with a 4 x 9 mm Wagner Grade 1 ulceration with no evidence of infection. There is a good granular base to the wound. He tends to wear sandal-like shoes. Any help would be appreciated.
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Can Original Records be Shredded?
I always was told never to destroy an original document. Is scanning an original document and shredding that original document such as a signature on file or a paper chart acceptable practice so long as a digital copy of such a scan is placed and stored on a hard drive?
Dan Chaskin, DPM, Ridgewood, NY
Editor's comments: PM News does not provide legal advice. The rules requiring the maintaining of original paper records were applicable before the digital age in which scanning and storing of documents is now routine. It is still important to note that a copy of scanned records should also be maintained in a secure off-site location. This protects you in the event of a flood, fire, or corruption of the digital files. One popular way of storing files is in the cloud. If you do this, make sure that all records are encrypted and that the storage meets HIPAA compliance standards.
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Medicare Penalties
During negotiations of the "doc fix", I thought I saw that they were ending all of the PQRS and meaningful use penalties and replacing them instead with an incentive. Is this true?
Gary S Smith, DPM, Bradford,PA
Response: There are some changes coming as a result of the SGR bill that passed. Here is a brief summary of what happens to meaningful use (MU) and PQRS:
The provision would create a new incentive payment system while sun setting several existing programs on the last day of 2018: (1) the meaningful use incentive program for certified electronic health record (EHR) technology, (2) the quality reporting incentive program currently called PQRS, and (3) the value–based payment modifier (VM). The Secretary would establish a replacement program, the merit–based incentive payment system (MIPS) that would accomplish the following:
1. Develop a methodology for assessing the total performance of each MIPS eligible professional according to performance standards described below;
2. Using the methodology above, provide for a composite performance score as specified below for each professional for each performance period; and
3. Use the composite performance score of the MIPS eligible professional to make MIPS program incentive payments (as described below) to the professional for the year.
The MIPS program would apply to payments for items and services furnished on or after January 1, 2019. So PQRS, VM and MU will sunset at the end of 2018 and be replaced with the merit-based incentive payment system (MIPS). This program will have winners and losers, so you could in theory earn an incentive or be penalized or be neutral.
Jim Christina, DPM, Bethesda, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: Raymond F Posa, MBA
Unfortunately Dr. Carver, EMR companies are not required to give you your information in a “Read-only” format or any other useable format. The courts have all ruled in favor of the software companies. Their only obligation is to “give” you your data, usually as a raw data dump which meets their legal requirements but is useless to you.
You can try to have a software IT expert try to extract your data before you cancel your contract, but be prepared to shell out thousands to tens of thousands of...
Editor's note: Raymond Posa's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Amol Saxena, DPM
The current terminology is "focused" shockwave and "radial" soundwave (RSW), as "high" & "low" energy are no longer applicable. Research has shown that the traditional "high energy" devices had inferior results than the "focused" and radial devices. Radial devices can produce similar energy to shockwave devices.
Furthermore, research has shown anesthesia, particularly local anesthesia, decreases the effectiveness of soundwave therapy. Therefore, performing soundwave/shockwave in an OR setting with anesthesia is not only cost-ineffective, but also likely...
Editor's note: Dr. Saxena's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Robert Bier, DPM
The question of where Name Withheld needs to take his practice should be predicated on what the needs of his family will be both in the near and far future. Name Withheld needs to have an honest dialogue with his spouse to accurately assess their future financial needs. A modest retirement nest egg will not take anyone too far. If you have children, then college tuition alone (undergraduate and graduate) will cost multiple hundreds of thousands of dollars. Add in possible weddings and helping with a down payment on a house, and you will quickly realize that a half a million dollars has just evaporated from your savings.
It seems that Name Withheld should maximize the last 10 years of practice to double down on pension and personal savings. Given the direction of medicine, joining a group practice is certainly worth evaluating.
Robert Bier, DPM, Edison, NJ
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Celebrity Shoe of the Day
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Tiger Woods' autographed shoe |
This is a Tiger Woods' game worn and autographed shoe from the '90s. It is rare, as Tiger didn't usually autograph anything during his early years.
Hartley Miltchin, DPM, Toronto, Canada
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
FELLOWSHIP POSITION – PHOENIX, AZ
Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons (AENS) Peripheral Nerve 12 Month Surgical Fellowship beginning August 1. $40,000 salary plus benefits. Attendance at Mayo Clinic Microsurgery Course and Fundamental Peripheral Nerve Surgery Courses also included. Submit letter of introduction and CV to sdoherty@barrettmed.com. AZ license required.
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE - SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA/SILICON VALLEY
Associate needed for 30 year busy private practice. Applicant should be personal, independent, motivated & well versed in ankle and foot surgery. Two location group practice. Practice entails all aspects of podiatry:.. Surgery, large Hospital Based surgical rounds/ wound care, pediatrics and sports medicine. Competitive compensation package. Partnership opportunity for the right person. To apply please email letter of intent and CV to Kickturns@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WHITE PLAINS, NY
Motivated, entrepreneurial, caring graduate from a 3 or 4 year residency program for White Plains, NY practice with solid patient base. Must also be willing to put in the effort to actively grow practice. Early opportunity for an equity position in the practice. Interested individuals should send their resume to east88footcare@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Join our Team! Thriving, five location, progressive, podiatry practice seeking a family-oriented Associate Podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Must be surgically trained (PSR-24/36) and have EMR experience. Position available in our Statesboro, GA location, one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia and home to Georgia Southern University. Associate will have full range of services and access to Surgical Center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Email CV with Cover Letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION—MARYLAND
Excellent opportunity in very busy practice. Individual must have practice experience or fellowship experience. Applicant should be highly motivated, independent and personable. Competitive compensation. Interest in future partnership possibility would be preferred. Respond to: Marylandfeet@gmail.com
PODIATRISTS WANTED: NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Immediate and future opportunities for providers in skilled nursing and other long term care facilities throughout the State of California. Professionally managed and billed. Reply with letter of interest and CV to: ZBUBBLESZ@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -- NEW JERSEY
Central New Jersey - practice grossing over $1m annually. Seeking ABPS board eligible/ certified motivated physician to start seeing patients immediately. Salary is based on productivity and there is easily potential to make over $200K annually. Health insurance, malpractice, dues, CME, IRA etc. all included in addition to salary. Excellent general podiatry practice 80% office based care, 20% surgical / hospital based care. Position is available immediately. E-mail CV, correspondence to painfreefeet13@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. If you are an entrepreneurial-minded doctor who wants to grow and eventually own part of an already successful practice, go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Immediate opening for well trained, compassionate physician for multiple established clinics with some nursing home and assistive living work. Wide range of services to be offered. Some travel involved, but transportation provided along with opportunity to live in a beautiful lake community. Base salary with incredible bonus opportunity/full benefits. Partnership opportunity. Join Kentucky’s largest and most respected podiatric group. Email CV and letter of interest to: jonkim12000@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION (PART-TIME) - MANHATTAN
Part-time associate wanted! Midtown Manhattan, great location near Grand Central Station, beautiful office building. Laser, fluoroscopy, and shockwave. Great part-time opportunity. Please contact us at podiatry401@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH WESTERN CT / NEW YORK
Part time position in busy practice possibly leading to f/t. Looking for well-trained minimum PSR-12 with great technique and people skills for part time leading to f/t position in fast growing practice. Competitive salary with huge growth potential. CT and NY license required. Send cover letter, CV and work experience: PodassociateNY@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED – FT/PT IN WESTERN PA/NY
Busy multilocation practice seeks personable energetic hardworking podiatrist. Come utilize the full extent of your Podiatric training! Competetive salary, bonus, and partnership. NY/PA license required. Send CV to jhs.podiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PT/FT - NY (WESTCHESTER/ROCKLAND)
Well-established, cutting-edge, modern private practice in multi-specialty office with over 45 years experience looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate Podiatrist for PT/FT. We serve the Rockland, Westchester, and entire Tri-State Areas successfully with full diagnostic and treatment facilities, including: Fluoroscope, Diagnostic Sonogram, PinPointe Laser, Juvederm, ESWT, and in-house physical therapy. Affiliated with local hospitals and privileges available. Surgical skills preferred but not required. Join our friendly and knowledgeable office staff with decades of experience! An entrepreneurial and medical opportunity combined! Guaranteed signing bonus. Send CV and cover letter to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA BAY AREA
Newly available position to join a well established multi-office group practice in the beautiful Tampa Bay area starting July 2015. Our practice has 12 locations and is rapidly growing. We are seeking a highly motivated, ethical, outgoing surgically trained associate for this excellent opportunity. Candidate will require Florida licensure and prefer ABFAS certified or eligible/qualified. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, bonus structure with partnership opportunity. Please email CV : Kpontious9@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PART-TIME - NJ
Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be enthusiastic, outgoing, surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky’s the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, NJ. For further info, email to njfootankle@yahoo.com or fax to 201-261-0058.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NC PIEDMONT
Excellent opportunity for highly motivated, ethical, and personable PSR 24/36. This well established, 3-physician practice has excellent rapport with physician community, multiple office locations, and hospital privileges. Intent is an associate leading to partnership for the right individual. Competitive salary & benefits. Email CV to dpmassociatenc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SOUTHWEST, FL
ABFAS BC or BQ surgeon to join our expanding team. All aspect of podiatric care required. Immediate position: ER, hospital rounds & office work. CV, LOR, LOI. EMR, digital x-rays, modern offices, PRP, amnio tx, sx suite to ASC. Opportunity in a thriving, growing group. Good cash patient clientele. Partnership potential. Top end income w bonus for hard worker. 6 figure start. ALSO AVAILABLE: 1 year term Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship position must have ABFAS BQ status. 1 preceptee position: must have passed step I and II. klamdpm@hotmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to:bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CALIFORNIA
Well established podiatry practice for sale in the beautiful central coast of California. We are a comprehensive, state-of-the-art practice that includes surgical, palliative, wound care, and sports medicine opportunities. Five fully equipped treatment rooms with advanced technologies: EMR, digital x-ray, ultrasound, vascular diagnostics, etc. Our licensed medical staff are experienced and dedicated to the ongoing care of our patients. Revenues include product sales of custom orthotics, shoes, and braces. For further information, contact CaliforniaPodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEAR CHICAGO
Located in Elgin, Illinois, 30 miles northwest of Chicago. Fully furnished and equipped 3 exam room office, digital x-ray, US, EMR, good demographics, buyer can be independent or partner with group. Seller financing for qualified buyers. For info email dr.tcarr@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA
Well established, 30 year multi-office medical/ surgical practice. Conveniently located in high traffic, commercial area. All equipment and instruments included. Multiple area hospitals and ASC available. Retiring due to illness. Office space for rent or purchase. Priced to sell. Please respond to completefootcare@aol.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE -TUCSON ARIZONA
Well established 40 year practice. Central location. All equipment and instruments included. Self-standing 3,000-square foot building, available for purchase or lease. Owner retiring. E-mailmdobkindpm@yahoo.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TERRE HAUTE, INDIANA
Well established, 28 year practice treating all podiatric conditions. Multiple area hospitals and surgery centers available. All equipment, EMR, orthotic scanner, instruments, etc. included. Presently 25 hours/week with excellent growth potential due to establishe referral base. Will consider all reasonable offers. Please reply to footdockenn@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation (will separate) multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida . Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BURLINGTON, MA
Established by prior partner in 1958. Grossed $500,000 K in 2014. Part time offices in Winchester and Wilmington. Could be sold separately. Medical center/medical office setting. Eclinical works EMR. Hospital privileges and IPA affiliation with Winchester Hospital. Contact: davidjcarroll@live.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Well established 38 year practice in the heart of state’s largest senior communities. Retiring, have been P/T for last 2 years. Primarily routine and diabetic care with strong potential for added services. Perfect new or satellite practice, or merge into your own local office. Will consider all reasonable offers. Please reply to CPMC1@comcast.netI
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE- SENSILASE PAD IQ
Sensilase PAD IQ in Excellent condition For Sale with supplies. $22,000. For more information, contact doc@advancingfeet.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – ROBOTIC LASER
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE- PINPOINTE FOOT LASER
This laser is the gold standard in FDA approved lasers to treat onychomycosis. The laser is in excellent condition. Support equipment is also available; Medicool FileStream vacuum nail file, Atmosphere Air Purifier, SaniVac and
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET
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