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The Voice of Podiatrists
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April 30, 2021 #6,940  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 1 | |
Insurance Likely to Cover Non-Cosmetic Bunion Surgery: NY Podiatrist
You love those high-heeled shoes, but your feet don't. Now you have a bunion—a painful bony bump on the joint of your big toe. This is a foot deformity.
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According to Josef J. Geldwert, DPM, a sports medicine doctor and podiatrist in New York City, "more health insurance companies will cover a bunion procedure than you may think. It all depends on the circumstances, namely, if your bunion is causing pain and impacting your functioning," he says.
Source: MSN Lifestyle [4/26/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS - PART 2 | |
Vinegar Soaks May Help Prevent Onychomycosis: CO Podiatrist
Vinegar is an old-time remedy that people still swear by, citing beauty benefits and a purported ability to aid weight loss and skin concerns. And it can possibly aid the treatment of toenail fungus. "Be sure to dry well between the toes and apply moisturizer," says Cara Wylie, DPM, primary podiatric medicine specialist with UCHealth Foot and Ankle Center-Central in Denver, who has seen positive outcomes when her patients soak three times a week for a year.
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"It takes nine months to a year for the nails to grow out, so this is why you have to do this for so long a period. There are other soaks, but I find this to be safest and best," says Dr. Wylie.
Source: Lisa Marie Conklin, The Healthy [4/28/21]
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| PODIATRIC SUPER GROUPS IN THE NEWS | |
Advanced Foot and Ankle IPA Announces New Leadership Team
The membership of Advanced Foot and Ankle, IPA recently held an election of officers and Board of Directors. Paul F. Brezinski, DPM was elected president and Kathleen Shafer, DPM was elected as secretary for 2021-2022. Joining them on the Board of Directors are Mark Gagnon, DPM, Jay Khan, DPM, and William Bushnell, DPM.
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Advanced Foot and Ankle, IPA was founded in 1996 by Neal Frankel, DPM and has 35 doctor members in 51 office locations serving northern Illinois and Indiana. Advanced Foot and Ankle, IPA is one of the largest single specialty independent physician associations in Illinois and is the only podiatric IPA in Illinois.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Unprecedented Demand for Podiatry Services: Aussie Podiatrist
Unprecedented demand for podiatry services and a shortage of new graduates has resulted in Shepparton’s Nixon Podiatry feeling the squeeze as they work hard to accommodate all their patients. “I have been in practice for 13 years and have always managed to recruit a new graduate to commence at the start of a new year,” podiatrist and director of Nixon Podiatry, Sally Howes said.
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The registration body, AHPRA, was delayed with new graduate registrations, which thus delayed podiatrist recruitment, a knock-on effect from COVID-19.
Source: The Advisor [4/28/21]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommended Cutoff for A1C for Surgery
What is the recommended cutoff for A1C for surgical planning, even if the patient states they are “well controlled”?
Jeffrey Klirsfeld, DPM, Levittown, NY
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Ways to Play the Prior Authorization Game - Part 8
Prior authorizations (PAs) are a pain for physicians. Here are a few things you can do to improve your odds of winning.
8. Ask for the medical director of the insurance company.
Most of them were practicing medicine at some point and understand our struggles on the frontlines. If we present our medical reasoning with them, they often are able to authorize a test. Not always.
Source: Linda Girgis, MD, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [4/8/21]
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| QUERIES (DME) | |
Query: Shoes for Diabetic Amputee
I have a diabetic patient with a BKA. He has a Medicare managed care plan. The family has found a shoe dispenser who accepts his insurance. According to the family, the dispenser wants an Rx from me for a pair of shoes. It sounds weird to me. Is this the usual practice to prescribe a pair of shoes for a patient with one foot?
Ron Werter, DPM, NY, NY
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Formula for Valuing a Practice
What is the current method in 2021 to value a practice for sale? Is it still based on one year’s net or a multiple or percentage of that? Is there any difference between a C-Corp vs. solo practitioner?
Mark Ross, DPM, Yardley, PA
Editor's Comment: Note that any formula would just be a potential starting point for the valuation of a practice. There are multiple factors which go into any valuation including, but not limited to, type of practice, age of equipment, lease terms, accounts receivable, type of insurances accpted, and location and demographics of the area.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEARCH) - PART 1A | |
RE: Treatment for Ungual Melanoma in Situ (Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH)
From: Bryan C. Markinson, DPM
Dr. Levy’s persistence on the issue of podiatrists performing Mohs surgery on the foot is perplexing. He is supporting his opinion based on advances podiatry as a profession has made over decades regarding residency training and practice act changes. Dr. Levy asks, "Are we or are we not physicians?" Personal feelings aside, including mine, the fact is that this question is still a raging debate closer to question than consensus, and has nothing to do with performing Mohs surgery.
He states, "We should not be denied training to perform any kind of surgery on the foot and ankle." Really? Sorry Dr. Levy, when it comes to many kinds of surgery involving the foot, others may be more endowed with the requisite knowledge, training, and experience. Would Dr. Levy support removal of a malignant nerve sheath tumor by a ...
Editor's note: Dr. Markinson's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEARCH) - PART 1B | |
From: Steven Finer, DPM
A few years ago, I had the procedure done on the tip of my nose. It was done at a major teaching hospital in Philadelphia. The surgeon had the MD degree, dermatology residency, and a fellowship in dermatopathology. He also had the resources of the institution, including all the complicated machines and stains necessary to do the procedure. It is self-evident, as pointed out by Dr. Markinson, that a podiatrist must have the same.
Steven Finer, DPM, Philadelphia, PA
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RE: Outrageous (Edible) Shoe of the Day
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Source: Submitted by Dr. Archibald Loch
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MEETING NOTICES AND WEBINARS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Mexico has an exciting position open for a board qualified or board-certified foot and ankle surgeon to start in the fall of 2021. You can view our website at footanklenm.com. Spanish speaking and Fellowship is a plus but not a requirement. Billing/coding experience is preferred. Compensation is a competitive salary plus a percentage bonus structure to start. Please email CV and cover letter to sswrege@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PISCATAWAY/HILLSBOROUGH, NJ
We are a busy podiatry office with locations in Piscataway and Hillsborough, NJ. The office has been in practice for over 31 years and has great reputations. We are looking for motivated and driven full-time and part-time doctors. Candidate will be comfortable meeting doctors and business owners to build referral relationships. We will provide you with every tool needed for your success- treatment protocols, peer networking groups, and a full-time marketing person. drwishnie@stopfootpainfast.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO
Available immediately. Home visits/ some facilities/ some office hours . Illinois license is required. Existing patients’ base. Net $250-325K. logistics are provided. Full- and part-time are available. Contact vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - RICHMOND VIRGINIA
Immediate position available in a well-established (23-year) one doctor - surgical practice attached to a busy orthopedic hospital. Looking for a well-trained surgeon who can perform rearfoot/Charcot reconstructions, Ankle arthroscopy, as well as forefoot surgery. No nursing homes. Candidate needs to be personable and communicates well with patients. Confidence and motivation is a must. Generous salary package with potential partnership. Please email CV, cover letter, and short introduction video to lookingfordocinva@gmail.com
FULL TIME NURSING HOME ASSOCIATE/PARTNER – BUFFALO, NY
Full time nursing home associate/partner wanted to work as part of a team, traveling to Nursing homes and Retirement Homes in Buffalo, NY Opportunity for buy-in, partnership or sale. Please e-mail CV and salary expectations to mpswny@msn.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BROOKLYN, NY
Busy practice in Brooklyn is looking for a full-time podiatrist with excellent compensation with excellent growth potential. Must be motivated, and hardworking. Send CV to: Footcareemployment@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
Fast growing, multi-location practice in Manhattan, NY is looking for a motivated, driven practitioner to join our surgical, sports-medicine based practice. Our full-time associates average $200k+ per year. If personable, motivated, well-trained, and driven to succeed, we would be delighted to discuss a position with you. We offer a strong compensation package including health benefits and a healthy pension. Please send a cover letter and cv to: footdocnyc@outlook.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN NY
Full time associate looking to live in Western New York. Low cost of living area with multiple city centers a short drive away. Great place to live and raise a family. Great prospect for experienced DPM as well as a new graduate who desires to be part of a team and ultimately wants to be a partner in private practice and transition to ownership. Senior doctor is happy and willing to mentor. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol based office with state of the art facility and equipment. Practice includes all aspects of podiatry ranging from surgery to routine care. Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Multiple office practice located in Nassau County, New York seeking motivated, energetic individual to become an Associate in Merrick and Westbury locations. Multi lingual a plus. Leading to partnership and eventual ownership of practices. Please email CV to dgrossman5@optimum.net.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS
Established, 35 plus years, growing practice for sale. General podiatry with large volume of wound care, diabetic foot care, and pediatric treatment. Hospital privileges close by. Strong referral base with great growth potential. Contact cscjrlaw@gmail.com or 972-978-6691.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE
33 year old well-rounded surgical/non-surgical practice located north of Seattle, a five minute drive to the local hospital and surgery centers. The practice is blocks from the ocean with plenty of parking and includes a small in-office operatory with a mini C-arm. WApodoffice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – NEW JERSEY
15 min. from Philly; 38 y/o practice; all phases of podiatry office and hosp. surgery EMR, digital x-ray, great staff. Grosses 300 K in 2 1/2 days can easily expand to full time. Optional building purchase. Retiring but will stay as long as needed for transition. contact jay195322@gmail.com
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