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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,657 Subscribers Daily
May 05, 2018 #6,180  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
ID Podiatrist Runs for Congress
Peter Rickards, DPM had all but given up on Idaho.The longtime anti-nuclear activist and repeat candidate for statewide office was tired of not getting through to voters. And after a publicized arrest for growing marijuana, his political aspirations felt more distant than ever. Then, while watching Republican politicians debate Obamacare alternatives on TV one night, the retired podiatrist changed his mind.
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Dr. Peter Rickards (photo: Drew Nash) |
Now he’s turning his attention once again to Congress, running as a Democrat for the District 2 seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Mike Simpson, a Republican. He’ll face Aaron Swisher, an economist from Boise in the Democratic primary on May 15. Dr. Rickards said he decided to run as a Democrat this time around because he leans more to the left than to the right on social issues. But he considers himself a fiscal conservative.
Source: Gretel Kauffman, magicvalley.com [5/2/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
IA Podiatrist Joins Waterloo Clinic
Watertown Regional Medical Center and the Waterloo Clinic have announced the addition of podiatrist Greg Graglia, DPM to Waterloo Clinic.
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Dr. Gralia graduated from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed residencies at the Wm. S. Middleton Memorial VA Medical Center and the VA Salt Lake City Health Care Systems. He is affiliated with Watertown Memorial Hospital, Fort Health Care, and Beaver Dam Community Hospital.
Source: The Courier [5/2/18]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Disagrees With Boy Scouts Name Change
The Boy Scouts of America announced plans on Wednesday to change the name of its signature program for older youth, Boy Scouts, to the gender-neutral Scouts BSA. To some, this is all long overdue, the century-old Scouts catching up with changes in society. But there remain doubters.
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Dr. Noah Blumofe, a West L.A. podiatrist who founded a Girl Scout troop and also has a son in Boy Scouts, said he disapproved of the Boy Scouts' decision to accept girls. "Our society is making it so that boys can no longer be boys," he said. "While Girl Scouts don't accept boys, Boy Scouts are now accepting girls. It's somewhat hypocritical."
Source; Joy Resmovits and Ahn Do, Los Angeles Times [5/2/18]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Flip-Flops Lack Necessary Support for Long-time Use: NY Podiatrist
Those rubber flip-flops you picked up for cheap are fine for the beach, but you won’t want to wear them all day. They have virtually no arch support, which means your feet will start to turn toward the middle of your body instead of staying straight. When that happens, you’re more likely to sprain your ankle, says Eunice Ramsey-Parker, DPM, MPH, associate professor of podiatric medicine and clinic administrator of the Foot Center of New York. “They won’t trip over anything, but because they don’t have support, they twist their ankle in or out,” she says.
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Without the right support, your plantar fascia, the band of tissue in the arch of your foot, will start to pull. That pulling inflames the tissue, making your arch red and painful from a condition called plantar fasciitis. “When you try to step down on your foot, you have excruciating pain in the arch,” says Dr. Ramsey-Parker.
Source: Marissa Laliberte, Reader's Digest
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Stem Cells Show Long-term Success in Treating Severe PAD
A long-term study of patients who received stem cells to treat angiitis-induced critical limb ischemia (AICLI) shows the cells to be both safe and effective. The study, published in Stem Cells Translational Medicine (SCTM), could lead to an option for those who suffer from this serious form of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). AICLI is caused by an inflammation of the blood vessels that leads to a severe blockage in the arteries of the lower or upper extremities. It causes severe pain and impaired mobility, and can even lead to amputation and death. While endovascular and surgical reconstruction are the mainstream treatments for critical limb ischemia (CLI), these classical treatments are unfeasible in approximately 15 to 20 percent of patients.
Stem cell therapy is a promising option for these otherwise no-option CLI patients. As one of the promising stem cell therapies, purified CD34+ cell transplantation (PuCeT) has shown favorable short-term results, but prior to this new study, no one had looked at its long-term outcome.
Source: Medical Press [5/1/18] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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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 | |
Common Reasons Your Claims are Bouncing Back - Part 3
Billing is a complex and often tedious procedure—especially with ICD-10 codes. However, the reasons for returned and delayed claims often boil down to a few basics. Here are some of the most common billing mistakes practices make, and how to make sure your practice avoids them.
3. Please Ask First
Another incredibly easy—but costly—mistake is not getting prior authorization. “Before you preform procedures, make sure you verify whether or not a prior authorization is required,” says Olson. “If it is, send in the request before scheduling the procedure.” And when you get ready to bill the procedure, “make sure the authorization number is on the claim,” she adds. Prior authorizations can be a pain, but having a routine for them when they are necessary can save time and prevent payment delays.
Source: very Hurt, Physicians Practice [4/16/18]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Technical Support for an Alara CR T220 Digital X-ray Reader
Does anyone know who can give me technical support for an Alara CR T220 digital x-ray reader and more specifically the CRystalview software that it uses? It seems Alara is no longer in business nor is the imaging company that sold the system to me.
Sean Connolly, DPM, Everett, MA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Absurd Repeat Fingerprinting Requirement
From: George Jacobson, DPM
I got fingerprinted five years ago as a requirement for Medicaid participation. I don't know if this is just in Florida or a federal requirement. We have a renewal application and were told I have to get fingerprinted again. Did my fingerprints change? This is an absurd waste of my time. There aren't many places that do this that can directly send the fingerprints electronically. I think I spent around $150 last time. I hate stupid government requirements like this. Do government employees, congressmen, senators, and their staffs have to get fingerprinted every five years? I doubt it. When they start fingerprinting lawyers every five years perhaps it won't bother me as much.
George Jacobson, DPM, Hollywood, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) PART 2 | |
From: Jack A. Reingold, DPM
I disagree that decreasing undergraduate education would somehow increase the applicant pools at podiatry schools. Even if this was correct, it would be a bad idea for other reasons. In California, we have been working on the idea of “parity” between DPMs and MDs. In other words, we take a separate pathway to achieve the same goal, a competent physician. After many years of having an independent board take a look at the curriculum of our schools and our residencies, we are almost there!
The presidents of the California Medical Association and Osteopathic Medical Association have, on several occasions, addressed our state delegates at our annual meeting and have told us that they consider us to be...
Editor's note: Dr. Reingold's extended-length can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Last minute addition of heel? (Photo: Charlotte Visser) |
Source: Esther Dorout Mees via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PORTLAND, OREGON AREA
Walk to one major hospital in 3' and drive to another in 9'. Prosperous area. 4 full treatment rooms. Digital x-ray, diagnostic U.S., Doppler. Will stay to help transition. Respond to: OfficeofPodiatry@gmail.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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 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
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 – NY/PA
NY/PA practice seeking an associate leading to partnership. Multiple hospital and surgical affiliations. Busy wound center. Full spectrum of care. Send C.V to resumespodiatry@gmail.com
MULTI-LOCATION GROUP - CHICAGO/NEAR WEST SUBURBS
Seeking an ABFAS Board Certified/Eligible associate. MINIMUM 2 year private practice experience required. Surgical/ortho patient load. Great staff. DME, Rx, Minimal Incision Sx, EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, PRP, shockwave & MRI. Top pay, associateship & practice equity available for experienced candidates. Send CV drtsatsos@anklenfoot.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 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 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 – RICHMOND, VA METRO AREA
Immediate opportunity for ABFAS foot board qualified/certified podiatrist to take over from another doctor. Multiple practice locations and environments. High volume surgical limb salvage service at local hospital with multiple shifts of wound care. Competitive salary and benefits. Richmond is a great place to live and work, has a low cost of living, and many “big city” amenities. Please email CV and questions to richmondpodjob@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOBOKEN, NJ
ASSOCIATE POSITION – JERSEY SHORE, NEW JERSEY
Busy Jersey Shore practice looking for an associate podiatrist who is proficient in Routine Foot Care, Medicare Patients, Primary Podiatric Medicine including Wart Treatment and Nail Surgeries. Please email CV, and salary requirements to lakewoodjobs999@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GREAT NECK, NY
Hard-working podiatrist needed for busy Great Neck practice. Associated with Northwell Health. Maintain excellent reputation in community for 25 years. High volume of diabetic wound care, surgery, podiatry clinics, hospital rounds and office. Excellent Part time opportunity for well-trained individual who enjoys working in hospital. Great reimbursement. drmichaelpliskin@aol.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 POSITION – RENTON-KIRKLAND-EVERETT, WASHINGTON
This is an immediate opening for associate position. He/she must be highly motivated, hard-working podiatrist who is proficient in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. We have 3 office locations and multiple nursing home facilities. Prefer someone personable and a team player. Please email CV to seattlefootdoctor@yahoo.com
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