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May 08, 2026 #8,265  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Students Participate in Special Olympics Long Island Spring Games
On May 2nd, the Special Olympics Long Island Spring Games were held in Massapequa. Third-year students from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine at Touro University, guided by NYCPM alumni Craig Herman, DPM, Clinical Director of Special Olympics Healthy Athletes Fit Feet screening program, and member of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association participated in a series of foot screening tasks.
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(L-R) NYCPM Class of '27 students Akshdeep Singh, Ritu Patel, Steven Cofresi, Dr. Craig Herman , Daniel Shamas, Jesus Fernandez, and Joseph Palladino). |
As volunteers, the students performed lower extremity physicals, biomechanical exams, gait exams, and shoe/sock evaluations for Special Olympics athletes. According to Dr Herman, "The screenings provide a great opportunity for students to evaluate and communicate with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and I couldn't do these types of events without their help and assistance which we do about three times per year."
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
SD Podiatrist to Retire as Clinical Director of Fit Feet
Lorri Riley, DPM has been a part of Healthy Athletes since 2014. During her tenure as our Fit Feet (Podiatry) Clinical Director, Dr. Riley has completed approximately 900 screenings, ensuring that athletes receive the podiatric care they need to participate comfortably and confidently. Her interest in becoming a Clinical Director was born from her friendship with Micah Albonico, a Special Olympics athlete from Spearfish.
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Dr. Lorri Riley |
When asked if she had an impactful experience to share, Dr. Riley stated, “Having the Athletes come back year after year and remembering me… and then getting a thumbs up or a hug with a thank you for helping them. Those moments will always stay with me.”
Source: Justin Cowart, DRG News [5/6/26]
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| PODIATRIC SUPER GROUPS | |
Upperline Health Welcomes FL Podiatrist
Upperline Health announced the acquisition of Florida-based Eighth Street Foot and Ankle (d/b/a Harris Foot & Ankle), effective May 6, 2026. With this addition, Upperline strengthens its reach in the Florida market, bringing its total number of clinics in the state to 48.
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Dr. John Harris |
John Harris, DPM is a Florida native whose clinical knowledge and longstanding patient relationships make him a valued addition to the Upperline network, expanding access to exceptional specialty care throughout the region. Upperline Health is one of the nation’s largest specialty care providers, serving patients across 25 states through a network of more than 2,000 providers.
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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 | |
8 red flags that signal your billing is leaving money on the table
From clean claim rates to contract negotiations, these warning signs could mean your practice is leaving thousands in revenue uncollected.
8. You do not know your practice's cost per visit
Without knowing what it costs to deliver a visit, it is impossible to know whether a payer contract is sustainable. Practice administrators who can calculate cost per visit, factoring in overhead, staffing, supplies and physician compensation, are in a far stronger position to evaluate contracts, identify unprofitable service lines and make informed decisions about scheduling and staffing levels.
Source: Keith A. Reynolds, Physicians Practice [4/24/26]
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| FINANCIAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
What Are Your Chances of an IRS Audit? 15 Audit Red Flags
These red flags could increase your chances of the IRS selecting your return for audit.
8. Writing off a hobby loss
Sorry to inform you, but you're a prime audit target if you report multiple years of losses on Schedule C of Form 1040, run an activity that sounds like a hobby, and have lots of income from other sources. The IRS is on the hunt for taxpayers who year after year report large losses from hobby-sounding activities to help offset other income, such as wages, or business or investment earnings.
The hobby loss rules are often litigated in the Tax Court. The IRS usually wins in court, partly because it tends to settle cases in which it doesn't believe it can prevail. But taxpayers have also pulled out a victory in several court cases. To be eligible to deduct a loss, you must be running the hobby in a business-like manner and have a reasonable expectation of making a profit. If your activity generates profit three out of every five years (or two out of seven years for horse breeding), the law presumes that you're in business to make a profit, unless the IRS establishes otherwise.
Source: Joy Taylor, Kiplinger
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS ( CODING & BILLING Q&As FROM CODINGHELPLINE.COM) | |
From: David J. Freedman, DPM
I just came back from the 2026 AAPC Healthcon Conference where AI was a significant topic of discussion to over 3000 attendees. The purpose of my post was to explain to the masses who use templates created by them or their EMRs was really about the pitfalls and warnings they need to be aware of in charting. So, let's be honest, doctors do not change quickly when it comes to charting opportunities. On the flip side, those who are engaging AI need to understand it and the fact of issues that have been brought up just at this very conference this week.
While on the surface, AI can make each visit "unique" to that patient's visit as you stated Dr. Kosova, what the auditors are seeing is old habits do not die. For example, "Copy & Paste"; to save time, many doctors just bring forward old information even using AI. What most do not understand is that information does not necessarily count toward...
Editor's note: Dr. Freedman's extended-length letter appears here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Judd Davis, DPM
Dr. Carnett brings up a great point as well. He states that "cold sterile instruments might be accepted practice," here in the U.S. It should NOT be, as most of those instruments are not sterile. AI search reveals that Australia, the UK, Canada, and most European countries REQUIRE all podiatry instruments to be autoclaved between patient uses. It even states that undeveloped countries are getting away from the chemical disinfection of instruments and moving to autoclaves because chemicals are too unreliable. There appears to be more gray area around this topic in the U.S. as the AI states, it's up to the individual state boards, CDC recommendations...whether or not instruments are autoclaved. Why is that? We are a developed nation.
I looked up the info on one of the most predominant chemicals used in those trays and an instrument has to soak for 10 hours to be sterile. The 5 minutes between patient to patient simply doesn't cut it and potentially allows for transmission of disease from one patient to the next. Hopefully, all podiatry schools have autoclaves now for student use and have gotten away from chemical trays. Remember, do no harm. Every podiatrist should be autoclaving all instruments and you won't have to worry about them being stolen out of the exam room. When it's an established patient that I know, I grab the instruments I need right off the autoclave tray ahead of time. If its a new patient, I excuse myself from the room for a moment to gather the autoclaved instruments I need.
Judd Davis, DPM, Colorado Springs, CO
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RE: The Benefits from the Proper Use of E/M Codes
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
Last evening, I attended a webinar presented by Allen Jacobs DPM. This webinar had a follow-up lecture with Dr. Michael Warshaw a retired podiatrist from Florida, a leading Medicare consultant who evaluates audits conducted on podiatry practices. Dr. Warshaw provided CMS policy and information to support every claim made by Dr. Jacobs, ensuring the accuracy and validity of his information provided.
Dr. Jacobs, as we know, is an esteemed and respected podiatrist with over 50 years of experience in the field, shared insights that have been beneficial to my podiatric practice and E/M...
Editor's note: Dr. Borreggine's extended-length letter can be read here.
Dr. Warshaw joins Podiatry Management as a regular columnist starting with the August 2026 issue.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Not your quintessential "walking" shoe |
Source: Gary Greenwood via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE | |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 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 20,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatricnews.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ATHENS, GEORGIA
A very busy, well -established practice for sale. Well known in the community. 40 year-old practice. Referral from all the surrounding physicians and the hospital. Owner is retiring. Email musse53@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ATHENS GA
Thirty year established podiatry practice with solid revenue and referral base, loyal patients, and seamless transition. Seller will continue to practice to ease transition. Located in a vibrant medical market near desirable Watkinsville, offering excellent quality of life. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BROCKTON, MASSACHUSETTS
Busy, modern and successful. 80 new patients/ month and totaling 6500K visits/year. 2150 ft2. Established 1985. Near hospitals, surgery and wound care center. Digital x-ray, certified EHR, laser. DMEs, in-house billing. Accepting all insurances. Great opportunity and growth potential. Owner is willing to stay as long as necessary. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
MEDICAL PRACTICE AND CO-OP FOR SALE - (MID-TOWN MANHATTAN, NY
Full-service, pre-war building offering a medical co-op office 60th Street/Park Avenue adjacent. Prime location in a landmark building w/24-hr doorman & elevator. Ideal for medical, wellness, or professional use. Current retiring podiatrist offering option to acquire established patient list. Flexible layout with reception, waiting area, and (2) exam rooms Easily accessible via all major public transportation. Expanding your practice or launching a new, this space offers unmatched convenience, credibility, and potential. bpqdpm@aol.com Cell 917 685 2898.
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Well established and busy practice seeking full-time associate physician for multiple office locations in the Philadelphia suburbs (Mainline, Chester, Delaware County). Seeking a hard-working podiatrist with a collaborative and comprehensive approach to patient care. Must be comfortable in all aspects of foot and ankle care from routine care to forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Board Qualified/Certified preferred. Competitive salary, production bonuses, and benefits included. Please email CV to Randi Williams: randi@hmfaa.com
PT AND FT MOBILE POSITIONS - ORLANDO, TAMPA, FT. MYERS, JAACKSONVILLE, PANHANDLE
Responsible DPM/NP/PA team players. Home visits, ILF/ALF/Rehab. Paid travel. No call. No ER. Half days or 9-5. Weekends optional. Autonomy. Potential commission up to $230K+/yr based on availability and performance. Serious FL licensed applicants email contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
PODIATRIST (NON-SURGICAL) | FLEXIBLE · REMOTE + FIELD VISITS · FULL TIME OR PART TIME
POD Health is seeking an entrepreneurial Podiatrist for a flexible hybrid role (home visits, clinic, events, telehealth). Choose full-time or part-time (2–3 days/week) with a schedule tailored to you. Join a fast-growing organization entering a new market, deliver exceptional patient-centered care, and shape an innovative service line. Learn more and apply now: https://podhealth.bamboohr.com/careers/430
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, KS, MO, NE, OK & TN
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - NORTH SCOTTSDALE/SUN CITY, ARIZONA
An established podiatry practice in the North Scottsdale and Sun City area is seeking a full-time, motivated, and compassionate podiatrist to join our team. Great prospect for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. To apply, please submit your CV to: manager@arcadiafootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Seeking associate position as part of a multi-location practice providing care in Orange County, CA. Must be motivated, honest and hard working. The practice is well rounded with all aspects of foot and ankle care. Base salary with bonus structure. Send CV to rjspencer11@gmail.com
JOIN OUR TEAM – PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITY IN COLORADO
The Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies seeks a board-certified podiatrist to join our established Foot & Ankle team. This full-time, clinic-focused role emphasizes diabetic foot and wound care, with surgical management of foot conditions and paid call across multiple hospitals. Expect 3,000+ annual clinic encounters and 200+ surgical cases. Position will include performing hospital consults and ongoing participation with podiatry weekday/weekend call rotation at multiple hospitals (paid call). Surgical management of diabetes-related foot conditions is required. OCR is a private, physician-owned medical group with nearly 100 providers, including 49 physicians. To learn more visit orthohealth.com Send CVs to Andrea Pennington at marketing@orthohealth.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ST. LOUIS, MO
Join Feet for Life Centers and Mid County Surgery Center, a well-established 30+ year surgical podiatry practice in St. Louis. Our integrated practice features an on-site surgery center equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including 2 ESWT machines, Arthrex Mini Scope, FAST Coblation System, and multiple nail lasers. Partnered with Clean Spa, a medically supervised pedicure facility, we offer a strong referral network and a patient-focused environment supported by a loyal, experienced staff. Seeking an associate with surgical training, on track for ABPS board certification, and an interest in wound care or subspecialty development. Manageable hours with no hospital call. Visit www.feetforlife.com and www.cleanspa.com, and apply to DrHorwitz.Consulting@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL TIME or PART TIME - BOYNTON BEACH, FL
Full schedule from day one. Good variety of pathology, seasoned staff and ancillaries including MRI, US, Vein Services, CT, Pathology, etc. Excellent for surgical boards cases. Competitive salary/ productivity bonus/signing bonus/ benefits. Desirable community. Long-term opportunity. FL License required. Bilingual and ABFAS/ ABPM BQ/BC preferred. Please send cover letter and CV to alopez@certifiedfoot.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT/PT - CHARLESTON, SC AREA
Multi-location podiatry group with excellent work life balance, ideal for family focused individual. FT Position – $150K or competitive PT position. Board Elig/Cert required. Please send letter of interest and CV to charlestonpodiatry@yahoo.com or text 803-614-0694.
ASSOCIATE POSITION PART TIME – FREEHOLD, NEW JERSEY
Well established busy group practice seeking a part-time associate 2-3 days a week, with full-time potential, in Freehold, NJ. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE – MARYLAND
Bel Air, Maryland. Join an established practice with immediate volume, diverse clinical and surgical cases, with strong referral flow driven by an in-house marketing team. Open to new grads and experienced physicians. Competitive salary, 401(k), relocation costs covered. Apply: drjayseidel@gmail.com / 410.905.5496
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ARKANSAS
DPM wanted for a thriving central Arkansas practice. Office location already well established. You will be a colleague, not an Associate. Immediate opening. Arkansas is STILL a great place to practice. Looking for a long-term arrangement. Email: raddpm@gmail.com with DPM position in the subject line.
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE IN MARYLAND
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Busy podiatry office seeking full or part-time surgically-trained podiatrist. Office and wound care-based practice with hospital in and outpatient settings and surgery center affiliation. Located in the Hudson Valley, 50 minutes north of NYC near major highways. Competitive salary depending on experience. Please forward resume to Office@cappapodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SAVANNAH, GA
Great opportunity for surgery BC/BQ podiatrist, ABFAS required for hospital staff. Significant podiatry void here as several docs recently left the area. A high growth area, demand far outweighs the supply of podiatry providers. Set up for a motivated physician to succeed and grow. Email CV: thomaslegacki@gmail.com, phone: 276-620-4772.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation, benefits package, and generous sign-on bonus offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
PART-TIME PODIATRIST – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Established podiatry practice with multiple locations in Bergen County seeks a part-time podiatrist for 1–2 days per week with a flexible schedule. We offer salary plus bonus, a supportive environment, and mentorship. Strong potential for additional days for the right candidate. Please send CV and availability to nnjpod@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – MANHATTAN
Rare opportunity to join a well-established, thriving practice in the heart of Manhattan. We offer competitive compensation, health benefits, and a supportive clinical environment. Board-eligible or board-certified candidates required; strong surgical skills are preferred. Qualified and ambitious candidates are encouraged to email their CV to nycfootdoctors@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP – NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, with benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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