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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,646 Subscribers Daily
May 15, 2018 #5,187  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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written permission of Barry Block
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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Would you hire a medical nail tech in your practice?
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 1 | |
FL Podiatrist Participates on Medical Teams at Sports Events
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Dr. Clint Laird |
American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) Vice President Clint Laird, DPM from Port Charlotte, Florida was an integral part of medical coverage at the recent Youth State Championships held at Nathan Benderson Park. The park, located in Sarasota, Florida, incorporates a 400-acre artificial lake and is a world-class venue for rowing and triathlon events. In the next few weeks, Dr. Laird will participate on medical teams at the Florida Sweeps Championships as well as the NCAA Division I, II and III rowing championships.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 12 | |
VA Podiatrist to Be Medical Consultant for SUNY Running Camp
Ben Pearl, DPM will be a medical consultant for the SUNY, New Paltz Running Camp this summer. The mission of the camp is to prepare high school athletes on soft natural running surfaces for their cross country season on the scenic track at the foothills of the Shawangunk Mountains.
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Dr. Ben Pearl |
After meeting camp director Mike Trunkes (a former Pac 10 championship team runner at the University of Arizona and SUNY New Paltz head cross country coach), Pearl knew he had to be a part of the camp. "It's exciting to a part of a group of young athletes unplugged and enjoying the mountain running experience together. I look forward to providing support to keep them running injury-free," said Pearl.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MA Podiatrist Turns His Car into Animal Ambulance
A Good Samaritan turned his Subaru into an animal ambulance, for a deer hit by a car. But was that the best thing to do? “I always stop for animals,” says Tyler Silverman, DPM, who was driving to work and getting on Rt. 3 towards Weymouth. “There was an injured deer in the middle of the road, so I stopped.”
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Dr. Tyler Silverman (WBZ-TV) |
Tyler grew up in a veterinarian’s office. His mother is a vet. So the first thing he did was call her. He’s also a doctor himself, a podiatrist at South Shore Hospital. He drove about 10 minutes to the New England Wildlife Center in Weymouth where he learned they aren’t allowed to care for animals like deer or bears. “What we did was we called the Environmental Police, and we called the local animal control officer,” says Dr. Greg Mertz, a veterinarian at the Wildlife Center. They determined the deer was in decent shape, and happily released him into nearby woods.
Source: WBZ4 (CBS) [5/11/18]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Delivers Keynote Speech at EWMA
David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) at the Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California delivered a keynote address to the 2018 European Wound Management Association (EWMA). The lecture, which keyed on recent works by Dr. Armstrong and his team as well as colleagues worldwide, focused on current and future trends in care of the diabetic foot and strategies for amputation prevention.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
Armstrong joined Professors Sue Bale of Wales and David Margolis of the University of Pennsylvania in three lectures that packed the Krakow Expo center and overflow hall. The symposium, which featured more than 100 total lectures from around the world, drew more than 6,000 delegates, members of industry, and other attendees.
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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 Mistakes of Physician Group Mergers - Part 4 (Con't)
One simple but effective way to ensure a successful acquisition is to study why others have failed and do something different. Here are nine common root causes of failed acquisitions.
6. Due diligence: Insufficient investigation (especially little or no strategic and operational due diligence), or failure to translate findings into actions.
7. Communications: Failure to communicate with sufficient transparency, awareness, depth, or frequency, failure to take key messages to appropriate stakeholders, failure to address the concerns of each group with targeted yet strategically consistent messaging, or making empty promises.
8. Key talent: Failure to identify key personnel or failure to act swiftly enough to retain them.
9. Technology: Failure to identify fundamental incompatibilities (poor due diligence) or under-estimating complexities or time required for system integration.
Source: Nick Hernandez, Physicians Practice [4/25/18]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Billing Medicare as a Secondary Insurance
We never have success getting paid when Medicare is the secondary insurance. Any thoughts or guidance on this?
Mark M. Goldberg, DPM, Chestertown, MD
Response: The general rule for Medicare as a secondary insurance is the following: If the primary “pays” more than Medicare would approve, then Medicare does not pay. The same applies for Medicaid secondary to Medicare. Typically, Medicare is secondary to a group insurance product.
Donald R Blum, DPM, JD, Dallas, TX
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| QUERIES (EHR) | |
Query: Practice EHR Software
I would like to ask PM News readers about Practice EHR software. My question is about customer support and RCM (where they do the billing for you). They state that the bulk of their customers are DPMs, so I would greatly appreciate any feedback from users.
Karen Anderson, DPM, San Diego, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1A | |
From: Jerry Roberts, DPM
Physician attire is a regional decision. I’ve practiced in areas where wearing a tie is a requirement and the absence is considered unprofessional. I’ve also worked in areas where scrubs are worn by many and wearing jeans with or without a lab coat is common. The primary focus is establishing trust with your patients while delivering the care they need. Any attire that detracts from this goal, whether it’s too formal or too casual or otherwise inappropriate, makes quality care more difficult to deliver.
Jerry Roberts, DPM, Somerset, KY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) - PART 1B | |
From: Charles Morelli, DPM
When I first got into practice 28 years ago, I wore slacks, a dress shirt, tie, a new lab coat and $200 shoes. After the first year seeing my dry-cleaning bill soar into the thousands of dollars, I quickly changed how I dressed. If I was a primary care physician who did nothing more than check my blood pressure, listen to my lungs, look in my ears, etc., and then call in his nurse to do everything else, I too might dress in a shirt, tie, and a lab coat. In my practice as with many of us, I am continually exposed to not only wounds and bodily fluids, but also things like Betadine, silver nitrate, and gentian violet that can turn an $80 pair of slacks in to garbage (not to mention the shoes). The PCP does not, nor does any other doctor who does not do what we do.
I now wear clean, professional scrubs, embroidered with my name as well a crisp lab coat. I never dress “casually” as if I am going to leave and rush to my second job at Walmart. When I had my kidney transplant and met the man who was going to save my life, I assure you I didn’t care how he was dressed; or she for that matter. He walked into the room in scrubs and his hospital issued lab coat was professional, and he proceeded to take my history. Quite frankly, it was a comfort to see my surgeon dressed as a surgeon.
Charles Morelli, DPM, Mamaroneck, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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New Crocs predatory business shoes? |
Source: Agnes Varnai via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA
Busy practice looking for a full-time associate. PSR-36 Board qualified/certified foot and ankle surgeon. My practice has state-of-the-art equipment with the latest technologies and cutting edge procedures. Candidate must be personable, outgoing and motivated with excellent clinical and surgical skills. Ability to be busy from day one. Partnership opportunity. Must be competent in all areas conservative and surgical treatments of the foot and ankle. Competitive salary and benefits. Email CV to drfootwound@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Full time associate position with busy expanding multiple office full scope group on Long Island. Ideal for July 2018 residency/ fellowship graduate or someone with 1-3 years experience looking for future partnership. Board Qualification/ Certification required. Affiliated with NYU/ Winthrop, Northwell and Brookhaven hospitals. Generous package includes salary, bonus, health/ malpractice insurance, paid holidays and vacations. Send CV to drleeb@countryfootcare.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WEST COAST FLORIDA
Outstanding opportunity for PSR-36 graduate to join successful group podiatry practice. Seeking a sociable, articulate graduate who is confident in foot and ankle surgery but also enjoys all phases of podiatry. Long-term opportunity for the right candidate with generous pay and benefits. Reply to: jwicks@cortezfootandankle.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
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
PODIATRIST WANTED - SAN DIEGO AREA- CALIFORNIA
Podiatrist needed for practice in San Diego, California area. Professionally managed practice in long-term care facilities. Excellent income potential with discretionary time. Please send CV and interest letter to dwayne8543@gmail.com
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 - OCALA, FL
Family Foot and Ankle has an immediate opening for a BC-BE surgical podiatrist. Pleasant work environment with state-of-the-art facility and highly skilled staff. High-end compensation and bonus potential. Excellent benefits and relocation reimbursement. Great public schools and community colleges, excellent healthcare facilities, and an hour or two from the U of FL, airports, beaches, Orlando attractions, a national forest and outdoor recreation opportunities. Respond with CV to email: medstaffhr@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
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 – MARYLAND
Come join our team of top docs at Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic. Doctor leaving established practice. Immediate volume to fill your schedule. We have everything in place to help make your practice a success. See patients, do your charting, and leave the rest to us. Email resume and cover letter to mddpm@comcast.net . We look forward to receiving your information!
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KANSAS/MISSOURI
Seeking an associate for multiple office locations, as well as, multiple doctor practice with PSR-36, board certified/qualified foot and ankle surgeon. Must be personable, outgoing and motivated to build a practice. Competitive salary and benefits provided. Send CV to bspodiatry@msn.com if interested.
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 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 – HOBOKEN, NJ
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICES WANTED
Buying podiatry practices in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Ohio, Pennsylvania, NYC, New Jersey, Texas, Kentucky, Georgia, South Carolina. Looking to buy podiatry practices large, small, rural or urban. Podiatrists who are looking to retire soon or in the near future, or wanting to join a larger group to handle business operations can contact us at podiatrymanagementinc@gmail.com. Competitive compensation and benefits package for those who would like to sell and work within the larger company.
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
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - YOUNGTOWN, ARIZONA
Treatment chairs, exam lights, autoclave, whirlpools, therapeutic ultrasound, cast cutter, desks, bookcases and more. Reasonable. Heavier items best for local pick up. Contact Art at: Igogolfing2@aol.com.
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