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May 30, 2024 #7,764  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Poor Foot Structure Can Lead to Chronic Back Pain: MI Podiatrist
According to Conway McLean, DPM, "The region of the body most commonly generating chronic pain is the low back, with an estimated 2.07 million cases of low back pain annually. If you build a house on a crooked foundation, you will have a crooked house. Consequently, foot and ankle mechanics will affect pelvic alignment, the low back musculature, also potentially stressing spinal alignment."
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"Many complications result from poor body mechanics, so treatment is important. When combined with its pain-relieving properties, along with the ability to prevent numerous problems that result from years of poor function, a well-fabricated foot orthotic is an excellent treatment option for a variety of biomechanical issues. Obviously placing a specialized support inside your shoe and then simply putting your shoes on is a much easier method of treatment than undergoing an operation, with its potential for complications and side-effects, pain, and downtime. Scarring can result from any surgical procedure, and this may alter joint function as well," says Dr. McLean.
Source: Marquette Mining Journal [5/28/24]
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| PODIATRIC STAFF AND THE LAW | |
Ex-Podiatry Office Manager Handed 5-Year Fraud Sentence
An Indianapolis woman has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in federal prison after pleading guilty to healthcare fraud, wire fraud, and tax evasion, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday. Leslie Smith, 62, also was ordered by U.S. District Court Judge Sarah Evans Barker to spend two years on supervised release after getting out of prison and pay $2,341,655.08 in restitution.
Investigators said Smith engaged in multiple fraud schemes against her employer, relatives, and the government from 2019 to 2022 while employed as an office manager for her stepson’s podiatry practice, Healthy Feet LLC. Without the knowledge or consent of her employer, Smith submitted at least 288 fraudulent claims for reimbursement to Medicaid for oxygen-monitoring devices that were never ordered.
Source: Indianapolis Business Journal [5/28/24]
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
IL Podiatrist Warns of Major Shifts Affecting Physician Practices
Healthcare futurist Sev Hrywnak, DPM, MD painted a compelling picture of the dramatic changes poised to reshape medical practice during a thought-provoking lecture at the Midwest Economics Forum on May 18th in Chicago. Dr. Hrywnak addressed an audience of healthcare economists, outlining how the increasing influence of health insurance companies and private equity groups is impacting medical practice regulation.
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Hrywnak specifically highlighted the concerning decline of independent solo and group practices, emphasizing long-term trends that will affect all medical specialties. “The market is being flooded with Physician Associates and Nurse Practitioners,” Dr. Hrywnak explained, “while corporations are actively acquiring medical practices.” He further emphasized this shift by highlighting a statistic: "In 2012, 78% of physicians were independent and controlled healthcare decision-making. Today, in 2024, that number has plummeted – only 22% of physicians remain independent."
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Doctors See 6% Boost in Pay in 2023: Doximity
After several years of modest or declining growth, the average pay for doctors jumped 5.9% in 2023, rebounding from a decline of 2.4% in 2022. Most medical specialties experienced positive growth in 2023, with the top 10 seeing annual growth rates exceeding 7%, according to the 2024 Physician Compensation Report from professional medical network Doximity.
However, inflationary pressures continue to impact physicians’ real income. According to the American Medical Association, when adjusted for inflation, Medicare physician payment has dropped 26% since 2001. Doximity's compensation data draw from nearly 150,000 survey responses over five years, including responses from more than 33,000 U.S. physicians in 2023 alone.
Source: Heather Landi, Fierce Healthcare [5/23/24]
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Podiatric Care for Diabetic Patients Associated With Reduced Risk of Major Amputation/Death
For diabetic patients undergoing hemodialysis, receiving foot and ankle care from a podiatrist within 3 months of a new diabetic foot ulcer diagnosis was associated with a reduced risk of major amputation and death.
The main exposure of this study was foot and ankle care by a podiatrist, provided during the 3 months leading up to diagnosis of a DFU. 2,736 of the participants received podiatry care, while 12,199 did not. Those receiving care from a podiatrist were more likely to be male, older, and have a greater burden of co-morbidities; 74% of those without podiatry care experienced major amputation and/or death, while these outcomes occurred for 70% of those with podiatry care. Podiatry care was associated with an 11% reduced risk of death or amputation (hazard ratio [HR], 0.89 95% CI, 0.84-0.93) compared to those without this care,
Source: Rhianna Davis and Alex Chan, Endocrinology via Dr. David Armstrong [5/23/24]
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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 | |
Advocate for Your Profession and Your Practice
Here are some ways you can, and should, engage in grassroots advocacy for your practice, your patients, and yourself.
9. Don't forget the little guys. Local and state elected officials carry weight with their federal counterparts — and sometimes replace them. Ensure your local and state officials understand how federal legislation affects medical care in their district.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, III, MHA and Brooke L. Clinebell, RN, BSN, CPN, Physicians Practice [5/15/24]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODING AND BILLING) | |
From: Marco A Vargas, DPM
I have been using Beacon Podiatric Billing services for 2 years now and have been extremely happy with their service. They work with several podiatrists and are ethical, meticulous, consistent, and tenacious. They are also very easy to get a hold of and have worked with my staff to improve our processes to code more efficiently, and have even gone back and recovered money from old claims that had previously been written off. I highly recommend them.
Marco A Vargas, DPM, Sugar Land, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Karl Diamonte on Facebook via Dr. Richard Simmons
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 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 22,000 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details.
SWIFT MICROWAVE THERAPY UNIT FOR SALE (FOR WART AND IPK REMOVAL)
Used fewer than 10 times – Excellent condition – includes Swift padded roller case perfect for multiple office locations – $19,500 (Note – A new unit from Emblation costs approximately $26k) – Please contact APodiatrist@gmail.com or text/call 845-729-0031.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NO. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY
Long established, multigenerational patient base with steady stream of new visits. Modest asking price for practice and equipment (incl. digital x-ray). Willing to finance portions of sale. Professional condominium also for sale, or rent with purchase option. Email: jvpods@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MASSACHUSETTS
Modern, well established since 1986. Busy, 75 new patients a month. All aspect of podiatric services. Fully equipped, certified EHR, laser, digital x-ray, vascular machine, Pad net. In-house billing, well run. Located within a mile from hospital. Owner is willing to stay as necessary during transition. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
PRACTICE AVAILABLE – CHICAGO SUBURBS
Established podiatric practice available, busy medical professionals building (multidiscipline specialties). Serves southwest Chicago suburbs 30 years. Independent practice exceptionally busy, treats wide range patients, all areas Podiatric/Surgical care (including diabetic wound care). 400 Patients month. Doctor tracking towards retirement. Percentage owned in building. Located ground level. Inquiries: docnic@att.net 708-870-4114, 708-423-3377
PRACTICE FOR SALE – WESTERN CONNECTICUT
Modern, well established practice. Fully equipped, digital X-ray, EMR, 3 treatment rooms. Low monthly overhead with immediate income. All aspects of podiatry including assisted living facilities. Great opportunity for practice expansion, new practitioner, or capital investment group to place physicians. Asking $165,000. Email: practiceforsalect@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - INDIANA
Excellent opportunity for a new or existing podiatrist looking to grow or expand. Podiatry practice available for purchase with a minimal deposit down and assumption of the lease over a 5-year period. The practice location is in Montgomery County, Indiana. The office is furnished with office furniture, exam chairs, x-ray, and other equipment, etc. All patient charts and records will be included with the purchase of the practice. Interested parties only please email lindaz@achillespodiatry.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - UPSTATE NEW YORK
No money down, will finance, near 7 figure gross, mix of podiatric medicine and surgery, established 40+ year practice, office building also for sale or buyer can rent with option to buy, hospital privileges available. Retiring. Email: MD2333@aol.com
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PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York, beginning July 1st, 2024. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. -The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - SOUTH CAROLINA
KG Health Partners Is seeking full-time and part-time podiatrists to provide mobile lower extremity care to long-term care residents in these territories: Greenvllle/Spartanburg, South Carolina; and Charleston, South Carolina. Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice Insurance, and benefits for full-time employees. Email CV to kgadmin@kghhealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Incredible opportunity, established practice seeking full-time associate to practice podiatric medicine and surgery in the Central Jersey area. Competitive salary + bonus, plus other benefits offered including 401k. Please send letter of interest and CV to nrandhawa@njpodiatrygroup.com
LOCUM TENENS TO ASSOCIATE – CHICAGO
Associates are looking for an experienced doc. 3 prime locations office space/buildings are fully equipped. EPATs, ultrasounds, lasers, Padnet, in-house physical therapy, DME, ortho supplies & equipment, surgery center, digital x-rays, Athena EMR For of the months of June, July & August. Associateship available for the podiatrist who can bring value to the practice and themselves. Email resume to chicagopodpractice@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MIDTOWN MANHATTAN
Looking for a full time/part time Podiatric Associate for a busy Midtown practice Please email CV to amaltese2185@yahoo.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.barefeet-podiatry.com) is looking for podiatrists to see patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, & skilled nursing facilities. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time/Full-time), excellent monthly compensation, and dedicated support staff. Immediate open position. Also July 2024 graduates are welcome. Please email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. LOUIS, MO
Podiatry Associates Inc. looking for a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our practice immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced podiatrists. Independent practice, exceptionally busy, treats all areas including diabetic wound care, rearfoot & ankle surgery. Ownership available due to a retiring physician, willing to stay for transition. Family-oriented suburb 30 miles west of St. Louis. Inquiries: stcpod@att.net or 314.569.2739
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREENVILLE, SC
Busy two-office practice with three doctors in Greenville SC seeking a full-time podiatry associate. Start date immediately. All aspects of podiatric surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Benefits include 401 K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long-term disability. PTO. (All other standard benefits) Please send cover letter with CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA, LOUISIANA, TENNESSEE, MISSISSIPPI OR FLORIDA
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. All admin work is taken care of for you – you focus on clinical care. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement. All equipment provided. Have autonomy and make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Ankle & Foot Centers of America invites a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our dynamic team in a bustling North-Atlanta suburb. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly graduated and experienced podiatrists. Step into a role with an immediate, substantial patient base due to a retiring physician. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional development. Be part of a practice that values excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Interested candidates, please forward your CV to JoinUs@ankleandfootcenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Very busy practice seeking full-time associate. Clinic and surgical private practice. Surgical training foot/rearfoot/ankle. Competitive pay and benefits! Great work environment. Midland/Odessa Texas. Email CV to Joseph.Morgan@stridecare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC
To Healthy Feet Podiatry, a boutique NYC sports-medicine practice is hiring a surgical podiatrist. If personable, motivated and looking to grow, we would be delighted to have you join. Strong compensation package offered: Starting $150k salary +bonus w/average $250k-300k+/year, health benefits and pension. https://tinyurl.com/ApplyTHFP
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA
Full-time associate wanted to join established three physician practice with a very strong reputation. A very unique opportunity with a large new patient referral base for elective surgery and diabetic wounds/limbs salvage. Longstanding hospital and surgery center affiliations with an opportunity for surgery center ownership. Great long-term position with high income and benefits package for experienced physicians as well as new practitioners. Submit your CV to: lonmbaronne@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW WINDSOR, NY
Part-time podiatrist needed for busy, established practice in New Windsor, NY. Current podiatrist is retiring. In-house hematologist/oncologist and internal medicine referrals. Please contact mlopez@hvhgmd.com 845-670-7088.
FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - KY, MA, MD, PA, AND BUFFALO NY
Podiatrist owned and operated company offering positions servicing Nursing Homes and SNFs in Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, NY region. Generous pay structure. Inquire about other states. Send CV and inquiries to info@thepodiatrycompanyllc.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Looking for a highly motivated and skilled foot and ankle surgeon. Different types of foot, ankle and leg pathology. Varying ages. Full & part time podiatrist position needed. Latest computer system, digital X-ray, digital fluoroscopy, ultrasound and vascular Doppler. Very generous pay, yearly raises, healthcare, dental, vacations and holidays. Top public schools in Florida. 10 minutes from Cocoa Beach, 30 to Orlando airport, 45 to Disney World and Universal Studios. brevardfootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH POTENTIAL OWNERSHIP AVAILABILITY - NORTH DALLAS
Unique opportunity for new grads or established DPMs. 30 year, well established practice, Doctors retiring. New Doctor to assume all Surgeries, established and new patients. All facets of podiatry. Opportunity to make it your own. Salary+Bonus+Opportunity for ownership. Inquiries cscjrlaw@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ASHEVILLE, NC
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice in Asheville, NC. We are fully integrated with the medical community. Applicants should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. Competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a full range of benefits offered. Associate position can lead to partnership. Immediate start available. All candidates with valid NC license please send resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - QUEENS, BROOKLYN, AND STATEN ISLAND
Busy and rapidly expanding practice looking for a full time associate. Multiple locations in Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island, Bilingual preferred. Opportunity to take call. Great balance between surgery and medicine. Ideal for recent graduates. Competitive compensation. Please submit CV to careersmobilepodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- DC METRO AREA
Growing private podiatry practice in Maryland seeking motivated, hardworking full-time or part-time associate, surgically trained with good bedside manner. Includes one week of call/month. Strong diabetes and sports medicine population. AthenaHealth EMR, digital x-rays, 3-D orthotic scanning, MLS laser and physician-owned ASC. Email resumes to Amanda@insteppodiatrycenter.com
DEAN, SCHOOL OF PODIATRY – LAKE ERIE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) seeks a Dean of Podiatry for their newly opened School of Podiatric Medicine. The school is seeking an experienced leader to spearhead strategic enhancement of the growing school. This individual must be committed to promoting and fostering excellence in teaching, research, professional practice, and service. The Dean will play an instrumental role in implementing programs aligning with LECOM’s mission to add to the quality of life of their neighbors by bringing total healthcare to the ommunity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled Submit your CV to: rachel@grantcooper.com
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