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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,820 Podiatrists Daily
June 06, 2014 #5,078  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the June 2014 issue of Podiatry Management. Our cover story is titled "ICD-10 Postponed - and What That Means to You." In addition, you'll find an interview with APMA's new president and our usual assortment of features, including our columns and a CPME-approved CME.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Zumba Can Cause Compartment Syndrome: CT Podiatrist
There are some 12 million people worldwide who are taking up this cardiovascular dance called Zumba. However popular this new dance exercise is, beware of injuries that are caused by the high impact as one moves in a flying position. "One may not notice when they have "zumba'd" their own bodies into unnatural and inadvisable positions, often landing in an imbalanced position. Many are being treated for severe heel pain and, in some cases, a potentially more serious condition of "compartment syndrome" from the high-impact," says podiatrist Dr. Robert Weiss.
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According to Dr. Weiss, "Compartment syndrome can be a serious condition that involves increased pressure in a muscle grouping. This can lead to muscle and nerve damage, or a problem with blood flow, which is a medical emergency. The symptoms are decreased sensation, severe pain that gets worse, and weakness. In other cases, there can be ankle strains due to lateral movements or, even worse, fractured bones. It's most important to know your limits. Pre-warm-up, even exercise with stretching and strengthening, is of value, but do not get carried away while in motion and Zumba with care and caution!"
Source: The Norwalk Hour [6/2/14]
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
CA Podiatrist Elected President of OCPMA
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Dr. Thomas Rambacher, a foot doctor in Mission Viejo, has been elected president of the Orange County Podiatric Medical Association (OCPMA), an Anaheim Hills non-profit trade group. Dr. Sheryl Strich, a podiatric physician in Solana Beach, has been re-elected as vice president. Both doctors will serve in their roles through May 2016.
Source: Kevin Sablan, McClatchy-Tribune [6/4/14]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
WI Podiatrist Puts Together (Mostly) Podiatric Ultra-Marathon Team
When running a marathon, Dr. Tyler Wishau usually juggles. It’s a skill he has found to attract sponsors for his races. This time, the Carthage graduate is juggling schedules. “There are a lot of logistics, from picking up my teammates from the airport to practicing and shopping for our gear,” said Wishau, a podiatrist, who has organized a team of six to run in the Ragnar Relay Series from Madison to Chicago Friday and Saturday. The team consists of four podiatrists and two Ph.D. candidates. In all, they will run about 200 miles.
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(L-R) Drs. Tyler Wishau and Sean Betesh |
The other teammates are Jacob Mahaffey, Carthage graduate and first-year PhD. candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison; Dr. Chris Bourke, a podiatry resident at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center; Dr. Sean Betesh, a podiatry resident at Yale University; and Dr. Jeffery Weber, a podiatry resident at Detroit Medical Center.
Source: Rachel Shaff, Kenosha News [6/4/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
IL Podiatrist Would Not Discourage Anyone from Pursuing a Medical Career
Although born in Chicago, Dr. John Sigle was raised in Springield. He loves the people more than anything. “We are a small community that takes care of each other,” he said. “Just look at the way we pulled together when the tornado hit our city. This is a special quality that most cities do not possess. This is a city that cares.”
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Sigle would never discourage anyone from pursuing a career in the medical field. “There seems to be a lot of negative press about entering medicine,” he said. “Despite the regulations that are underway, medicine is not terrible, and physicians do not hate their lives. In fact, the career is fulilling and often a source of joy.”
Source: Eric Woods. Springfield Business Journal [June 2014]
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| SUNSHINE ACTS NEWS | |
Sunshine Act Will Soon Provide a ‘Rich Database’ for Compliance
Pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturer payments to physicians and teaching hospitals are on the verge of being publicly available under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, which could change the dynamics of fraud enforcement, the management of conflicts of interest, and the public perception of physicians and hospitals. The CMS database with the payment information — including ownership and investment interests — will be open for business on Sept. 30, 2014.
“This can be a rich database for compliance people,” said Bret Bissey, who is senior vice president of compliance services at MediTract. “It’s a huge opportunity to bolster conflict-of-interest policies and procedures and to educate physicians who haven’t been totally transparent about disclosures that will be on the Sunshine database.”
Source: Nina Youngstrom, Report on Medicare Compliance [6/4/14]
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| CLINICAL CASE OF THE DAY | |
RE: Fungal Nail? Think Again.
This is an interesting case that recently presented to my office. This elderly woman presented with a 4-year history of a "fungal nail." If you look closely at the nail bed, you can see pigment extending into the eponychium. This is Hutchinson's sign and is pathognomonic for melanoma until proven otherwise.
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Melanoma in a Nail Bed |
At the initial visit, I biopsied the matrix and nail bed which demonstrated melanoma, Clark's level II. I won't go through the subsequent management here, but I wanted to show the case as it might have interest on this forum. Also, it serves as a wake-up call for all of us.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Visionary Medical Systems
From: Richard Rettig, DPM
If you are a user of Visionary Medical Systems, by now you received the certified letter that they are sunsetting their practice management system. They are offering replacements, but can only preserve limited data. I did a lot of research and was 99% complete in switching over to a different company (which was difficult to work with). Then I discovered that the original writer of the Visionary code has produced a new cloud-based modern PM system with an improved scheduler, eligiblity checking, and is ICD-10 ready. See it at ncpractice.com.
The most important news is they can transfer over all your demographics and templates and A/R and referring doctors - virtually EVERYTHING. Using it is very similar to Visionary, so there is very little you have to learn. I reversed horses mid-stream, and am so happy I did. The owner was even able to re-write the automatic transfer of data to Medinotes (Yes, I still use that too!). They have been so very accommodating at every level; I could not recommend them any higher.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 1 | |
From: Richard Benjamin, DPM
Can we finally put this issue to bed. The people of California District 25 have spoken for the second time. It is time for Dr. Rogers to go back to what he does best, and that is podiatry. Has any benefit come from having a podiatrist from Ohio in Congress? Please correct my ignorance if I am missing something.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
From: Jeff Kittay, DPM
What? Did I really just read another article about some state eliminating podiatry from Medicaid as a "cost cutting" measure? They tried that in NY in 1977 and found that foot care costs tripled or quadrupled, since foot problems didn't stop, Medicaid patients just went to more expensive ERs for their care. They tried it here in MA in the late 1980's, with the same result. Where was the IL state society when this was being discussed in the legislature? Does no one read history?
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ASSOCIATE FT/PT - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY (CAMDEN COUNTY)
Looking for an associate who loves all aspects of podiatry! Motivated, ethical, surgically trained. Salary plus bonus . Email Resume: NJfootdr@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
We are seeking a PSR-24 associate in Northeast Texas with possible future partnership. State-of-the-art facility, complete with EMR, digital x-ray, onsite MRI, PADnet, ultrasound and touch screen in each room and hospital privileges. Competitive salary. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to dpfc.reply@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DETROIT SUBURBS
Established "modern" multi-location group practice looking for hard working, ethical, BC/BE podiatrist to take advantage of a unique opportunity. Located in highly desirable areas; S.E. Detroit suburbs with good surgical volume, access to DME, lasers, ultrasound, PRP and expanding referral base; well organized. No nursing homes or Homecare. Prefer at least 2 years experience although qualified recent grads welcome. Salary plus bonus available, partnership after 1 year if criteria met. Send resume/CV to: bestfootdoctors@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HOUSTON
Established "modern" practice looking for BC/BE podiatrist to take advantage of a unique opportunity. Located in a highly desirable area with good surgical volume, access to DME, lasers and expanding referral base with full time marketer. Not currently doing hospital work, minimal rearfoot surgery, no nursing homes or routine care. Prefer at least 2 years experience although qualified recent grads welcome. Salary plus bonus available, partnership after 1 year if criteria met. Send resume/CV to faajobs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Immediate FT opportunity for an associate position leading to buy-in/partnership. Self motivated, hardworking individual surgically trained to join 30 plus year very well established practice with high patient volume. Competitive salary and benefit package. Send CV to jerseypod@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- INDIANA FISHERS/ANDERSON
If you’re talented, affable, dependable, and you always hustle, we’ve got full-time and part-time positions available. Like being a podiatrist, but tired of the administrative hassle? Join a resource rich practice with all the tools you’ll need to practice full-scale podiatry in a multi-office practice affiliated with a hospital residency program. Enrich yourself in a dynamic growing part of Indiana. Join the new revolution in podiatry…be a stakeholder in your destiny, not a casualty of the past. Send cover letter with C.V. and references to: larrydpm@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Immediate position leading to practice sale or imminent partnership/ownership. Single location multi-physician group. Senior doctor has run the practice 32 years. Large balanced patient base and diabetic population - diabetic shoe store. Office has great location, Traknet EMR, digital x-ray, PADnet. Hospital privileges with 2 local residencies. samuel10530@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHILADELPHIA
Great full time opportunity for a surgically trained podiatrist in a 2-office full spectrum practice. Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. You are highly motivated, board qualified and have great communication skills. Opportunity for a buy in / partnership in 2 years. Send cover letter and CV to info@qualityfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COAST
Wanting young, eager full-time podiatrist in 34+ year established practice situated in coastal community just south of Los Angeles. Built out a new office near hospital. Compensation is performance based with practically an unlimited earning capability leading to possible takeover in several years. Looking for someone with a lot of energy that is highly motivated to succeed. Send resume to asbf@pacbell.net, titled, "Podiatrist".
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – UPSTATE NY AND PENNSYLVANIA
A growing practice is seeking a motivated podiatrist to treat patients in Nursing Facilities in Upstate New York, Philadelphia PA, and Northeastern Pennsylvania (Scranton, Wilkes-Barre Area). Excellent opportunity for an energetic, ethical, and personable individual. Please send your CV and Cover Letter to tajdpm@verizon.net.
MEDICAL OFFICE FOR SALE – NY
Free standing Hyperbaric Center with Ancillary services (Podiatry, Massage, Acupuncture, Lymphedema). Located in the highest income area in Nassau County with large referral base and network. Located near major hospitals and rehabilitation centers. Great relationships with many local institutions, physician and organizations. Listed Price: $599,000. Contact Scott 516-487-1902
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida. Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
PART-TIME PRACTICE FOR SALE - GLENDALE CALIFORNIA
Rid yourself of totally relying on insurance payments for your services by using fluid Silicone implants. Great financial potential for an informed Podiatrist willing to promote this knowledge. Part-time practice also includes Medicare and cash pay patient base. Great location with low overhead. 818-241-4781
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Perfect opportunity to purchase a practice in an ideal location. Office is located in a busy town center shopping and dining complex. Modern and fully equipped office in a building with other medical professionals. Easily accessible to major roadways and highways with visible signage at busy intersection. Excellent potential for increased revenue in a great town to own a practice. Owner financing may be available to qualified buyer. Serious inquiries only to healthnet708@gmail.com
THREE OUTSTANDING PODIATRY PRACTICES FOR SALE - NYC
West Village practice, stunning location on Fifth Ave, asking 685K, fully furnished. 20+years. Middle Village podiatry practice asking 95K, with existing medical condo for 379K. Midtown podiatry practice, 10+ years, asking 95K. Call Jeff Tanenbaum, Tanenbaum Healthcare @Halstead Property Park Ave.,646-234-2226 , jtanenbaum@halstead.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHERN ARIZONA
Owner desires to sell and transition from practice. Practice open fulltime, recently implemented EHR and attested for MU Stage 1. Approximately one mile from newly constructed hospital. Opportunity to grow surgical volume and patient base. Priced to sell. Contact: Mike Crosby at MCrosby518@gmail.com.
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