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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,290 Subscribers Daily
May 03, 2016 #5,655  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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COPYRIGHT 2016- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
Almost All Diabetic Foot Problems Can Be Prevented: CA Podiatrist
Diabetes involves the feet by causing problems with nerves, circulation, muscles, joints, and infections. Diabetes can also cause a frightening condition: numbness that masks the detection of important symptoms. “Many diabetic patients have peripheral neuropathy in their feet,” said Kenneth B. Rehm, DPM, Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. Rehm is ABMSP-certified in diabetic foot wounds and limb preservation and salvage.
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Dr. Kenneth Rehm |
“Neuropathy shows up in many different ways, as dry skin, toenail problems, or loss of sensation. But the problem is that a lot of people with diabetes don’t realize their feet have gone numb. Patients with diabetes must be vigilant,” Rehm said. “If they take care of their feet, they don’t have to lose their feet or legs. Trouble doesn’t have to happen. Almost all diabetic foot problems can be prevented, if they’re caught early enough,” Rehm said.
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Two MI Podiatrist Join McLaren Flint
Two new podiatrists, Drs. Karl Dunn and Rebecca Jolissaint, have joined the medical staff at McLaren Flint. They are both seeing patients at Flint Foot and Ankle. Dr. Dunn completed an Intensive Lower Extremity Fellowship at Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Center and completed his residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township.
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Drs. Karl Dunn and Rebecca Jolissaint |
Dr. Jolissaint completed her residency at University Hospitals Richmond Medical Center, and Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine. Both Dr. Dunn and Dr. Jolissaint earned their medical degrees at Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Lynn Goff, The Flint Journal [4/29/16]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Aussie Podiatrist is Anxious to Combine Practice and Academia
Podiatrist Jade Tan says treating her patients typically means assessing them, educating them about their diagnoses, discussing treatment plans, and engaging in follow-up consultations. Tan is a podiatrist at Melbourne-based In Stride Health Clinic. She's also a casual academic and PhD candidate researching the potential of orthotics to reduce pain experienced by people who have arthritis behind the knee cap.
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Jade Tan |
In Australia, podiatrists are required to complete a bachelor of podiatry. Tan, who completed a bachelor of podiatry (honors) at La Trobe in 2011, says one of her main reasons for combining clinical practice with academia and post-graduate study is to extend her longevity in podiatry. "A lot of the reason why is definitely to increase career prospects... I also like variety and translating research into clinical practice is important," she says.
Source: Josh Jennings, The Sydney Morning Herald [4/29/16]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
AZ Podiatrist Cites "A Silent, Sinister Cancer in our Midst" in Australian Keynote
Citing the unprecedented worldwide rise in diabetes and its complications, Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the University of Arizona’s Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) compared it to another disease. “No one says that ‘I’ve got a touch of cancer’ and yet this is the pervasive notion about diabetes and its complications. Very few realize that a wound immediately doubles your risk for sudden death, and an amputation cuts your chances of surviving three years to 50%.”
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(L-R) Dr. David Armstrong, Matthew Carroll (Auckland University of Technology), and Christopher Nester (University of Salford) |
The program, which featured seven lectures and workshops with Armstrong, covered topics ranging from reconstructive surgery to smart textiles to human-machine interfaces. It concluded this weekend in Sydney’s Luna Park.
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Evaluation & Treatment of the Same Condition on the Same Day
An established patient presents with a new complaint. I do a thorough evaluation, including history of present illness (NLDOCAT) and physical exam (4 systems). The patient is educated on her diagnosis, and the condition is treated the same day with a steroid injection. My understanding has been that I bill for either E/M or injection. My office manager is not in agreement, since a separately identifiable evaluation and management service was provided, even though it was for the same condition. Please advise.
Richard Wolff, DPM, Oregon, OH
Response: Your office manager is correct. If the E/M service is separately identifiable from the procedure performed, you may bill for that E/M service in addition to the procedure. This is true if the E/M and procedure are for the same problem and also true for an established patient.
It is important that the documentation for this encounter supports the fact that a separately identifiable E/M service was performed and that it was necessary.
Jeffrey Lehrman, DPM, Springfield, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Robert Baldauf, DPM
From: Robert M. Romaine, DPM
“Dr. Robert Baldauf, transitioned home to a magnificent party and celebration of his life on Thursday, April 28, 2016,” his family wrote in a tribute. “He will be remembered by his friends, family, many colleagues, and patients, and all who knew him as a person of generosity, integrity, wisdom, and an open heart.”
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Dr. Robert Baldauf |
In 1984, Dr. Baldauf graduated as salutatorian at the then Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine. He was an active and well respected president of the Northeastern division of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association during the 1990s. In 1987, He, started his own podiatric practice, which flourished over the years. “Dr. Baldauf was well respected by many of his colleagues and patients for his excellent skills in the office and in surgery as well as for his listening ear and wisdom,” his family wrote.
Source: Altamont Enterprise via Robert M. Romaine, DPM, Cohoes, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Call the Cops! We’re Getting Robbed!
From: Mike McCormick, DPM
I wrote a one week Rx for Erythromycin 250mg generic this week. My patient reported that the cash price was …wait for it ... $450! I couldn’t believe it so I checked the local pharmacies and it ranged from $350 on up. We called one pharmacy for an explanation and received a half-hearted explanation about the unintended consequences of Obamacare. Being in practice 30 years, I believe I seem to remember E-mycin prescriptions being around $10. Be careful about what you write these days. By the way, I checked the online Canadian pricing, and it was around 81 cents a pill.
Mike McCormick, DPM, Venice, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Marc Katz, DPM
I don't believe solo practice is doomed. If in solo practice, you can join a clinically integrated network and there will be virtual groups that you may use to your advantage. This will allow for an individual or small group to survive. I also know that a solo practitioner can certainly make 500K plus yearly. This can be done with ancillary services suggested by Dr. Kiel and making a niche practice for yourself. I have done this successfully for many years. There will always be people willing to pay for cash services. As plans discourage surgery and start taking away all of the expensive medical devices used in surgery, you will need to adjust.
The problem as mentioned by Dr. Fellner with regard to student debt is, in my opinion, one of the biggest failures to plague the profession. What is the leadership doing to help new practitioners with crazy debt? They are just being thrown out there without help. What are the colleges doing to help? We need the profession to step up to the plate.
I am happy to help new doctors with advice as I feel fortunate to have had success myself and would be happy to help and mentor new grads. Feel free to contact me.
Marc Katz, DPM, Tampa, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1 | |
From: Alan Sherman, DPM
I just read the 2016 Residency Placement Status Update from AACPM published by PM News. From the numbers, I conclude that the residency shortage crisis is now over. I would like to congratulate the profession and the individuals directly involved in solving the crisis. The problem, which began in 2010, was a critical one which threatened to limit applications to the colleges, and severely delay the completion of training by many dozens of podiatrist each year. The issue was first covered by PRESENT in Practice Perfect #220 “The Podiatric Residency Shortage: What YOU Can Do?” and dealt with in many subsequent issues.
There are still a few carryovers, 24 podiatrists who graduated in prior years yet to be placed, and 12 (2.2%) from this past graduating class. But the response from the profession has been tremendous. I am very proud of my profession for taking care of this serious problem as well as it did. I won’t mention any individuals by name for fear of leaving important contributors out, but we know who you are, and if any other readers wish to recognize those who made major contributions, that would be a nice addition to the PM News newsfeed.
Alan Sherman, DPM, CEO, PRESENT e-Learning Systems
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
From: Lawrence Rubin, DPM
Kudos to AAPPM for partnering with Practice Management Institute to certify podiatric medical office managers. As our reimbursement system transitions from fee-for-service to value-based care, a well trained office manager who can help accomplish this transition will be worth his or her weight in gold. A certified podiatric office manager can not only keep the business of podiatry running, but in addition can also be trained to understand how to integrate the practice with ACO and Medical Home networks, how to market the practice to the public and managed care entities, how to compliantly maximize what is left of fee-for-service podiatric care to its legal limit, how to collect outcome data to verify care value, and how to keep up with the change from PQRS to more complex systems of value verification.
A well trained and certified office manager working in tandem with his or her employers can enable podiatrists to come to work in the morning to practice the medicine in podiatric medicine, instead of having to trudge through the quagmire of increasingly complex practice management responsibilities.
Lawrence Rubin, DPM, Las Vegas, NV
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Seen at the May Day parade? |
Source: etsy.com
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
PART-TIME POSITION IN CHICAGO TO DO HOUSECALLS
20-25 hours /week, flexible schedule, logistics provided, great for new and established podiatrists to earn up to $100-120K. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
Looking for either a PART-TIME (leading to full time) OR a FULL TIME position and have a PMSR/36 with RRA Training, then send your cover letter and CV to medstaff1977@gmail.com Must include a contact phone number.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – FLORIDA
KG Health Partners, Inc., the largest mobile podiatry service in Florida has openings for full time podiatric physicians servicing SNFs, ALFs and Senior Independent Living located throughout Florida. Physicians are provided local facilities, assistants, administrative support including scheduling and billing. All expenses including malpractice insurance, travel allowance, etc. are covered. Exceptional benefit package includes paid holidays, vacation, 401K retirement plan with company match as well as excellent health insurance. First year six figure salary is guaranteed! Second year profit sharing. Most 2nd year doctors earn $150,000 and up. Email CV to Rob Cash at admin@KGHP.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAVANNAH, GA
Thriving, seven location, podiatry practice is seeking a family-oriented associate podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Associate will have full range of services and access to surgical center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Please email CV with cover letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI/SURROUNDING AREA
Well-established practice seeking experienced, highly skilled associate. Partnership opportunity. Board qualified-certified, PSR-36 trained. State-of-the-art office, Digital X-Ray, EHR, Laser, EPAT. Send cover letter, CV/Resume to stcpod@att.net or call 314-565-2739.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - JACKSON, NJ
Well-established practice serving Monmouth and Ocean County is looking for highly motivated associate. Modern office that is rapidly growing with a second office opening soon. Must be willing to provide care for all aspects of podiatry including sports medicine, biomechanics, palliative care, wound care, surgery, and several nursing homes. Send CV to: podiatrynj1212@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS- HOME FOOT CARE, INC
We are looking for podiatrists to visit home patients in these areas: Los Angeles, CA, Ventura County, CA, Santa Barbara, CA, Lancaster/Palmdale, CA, San Bernardino/Riverside, CA, Palm Springs/Palm Desert, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
TEMPORARY PODIATRY POSITION IN ILLINOIS
During June and July temporary (may lead to a permanent full or part time) position available in Central Illinois servicing nursing homes within 90 miles of Springfield. Excellent pay and bonus for this short period! Lodging and travel stipends available. Join our great team. Please email GH@Podiatryplus.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Unique opportunity. Upscale, Park Avenue Manhattan. Need an experienced, motivated, caring doctor with excellent podiatric surgical skills to see in-network patients and to cover out-of-network patients. Salary based on experience with performance bonuses if earned. Part or full time. Partnership a possibility if qualified candidate exhibits outstanding performance and skills. Send CV to: institutebeaute885@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL VALLEY/SOUTHERN CA
Seeking associate with partnership availability. Consider this position if you want to be financially independent after only several years. The practice will supply enough patients to satisfy board certification very quickly. As a partner you can be compensated up to 7 figures or more as a dedicated partner. Don’t pass up the opportunity to join a very progressive practice, great opportunity in all ways. No disappointments, one of the best practices in California. All paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Please e-mail CV and short biography to: Tonya@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY
Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available for a personable and talented DPM. Visit hvfa.com for more information about our practice. Send CV, with cover letter, to info@hvfa.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST ORANGE, NJ
Associate wanted for practice in East Orange NJ PSR 24-36 trained. Must be motivated to grow practice, especially wound care and surgical services. Looking for the right person who will start the buy-in process. Send CV to Drfoot44@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST CONNECTICUT
Looking for a well-trained associate to join a 60+ year old multi-doctor, multi- location practice. Walk in to an established patient base and full schedule on day 1. No nursing homes or house calls. Competitive salary and benefits. Send CV to lakesidenh@att.net.
ACADEMIC POSITION - WESTERN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking podiatrists interested in the education and training of future doctors of podiatric medicine. Applicants must be at least board-qualified in either ABPM or ABFAS with preference for dual board certification. Academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly and clinical credentials. To be considered, please send letter of intent, curriculum vitae, 3 references, and salary expectation to (http://apptrkr.com/784853). Western University of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates from historically underrepresented groups.
ACADEMIC PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON
The new College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery located in Illinois and leading to a degree of DPM/MD, is seeking licensed podiatric physicians to become part of the clinical teaching faculty where, under a new curriculum, students will begin clinical training their first year. Applicants need to be licensed and their academic rank will be that of clinical professor which will also include student rotations through their offices. For additional information please send your CV to: Dominic@ColPodMedSurg.com The new College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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@prodigy.net 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 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – OTTAWA CANADA
Are you tired of the third-party, regulatory and payer system in the U.S? Are you looking for a change to make your life easier? If you would like to practice, focusing on patients only –not on paperwork, this is a unique opportunity for a U.S. podiatrist to purchase a successful world-class practice. Life is simple, cash-based payments, no receivables, and wonderful (world-class city and recreation). Contact sissilutten@yahoo.ca to learn more.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS
30 year old general podiatry practice. State-of-the-art medical suite renovated 4 years ago Modern equipment, prime location, large physician referral base, full hospital privileges. No house calls, nursing homes or hospital ER call. Established patient base and unique opportunity for surgically-oriented podiatrist in the Berkshires (Western MA) Priced to sell quickly due to personal and medical concerns. Additional info best achieved via conversation. Contact: dross@albany.twcbc.com or cross12@nycap.rr.com
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - PITTSBURGH SOUTH (BROWNSVILLE), PA
33 yr established, successful practice. All phases of podiatry, laser & cash services in place. Hospital and Sx Center. Turn-key ready with strong client base. Contact pa.footdoctor@gmail.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@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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