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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,175 Subscribers Daily
June 07, 2022 #7,222  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
MI Podiatrist Opens Precision Foot & Ankle Center
Angela Jacob, DPM recently opened Precision Foot & Ankle Center, PLLC in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan. Dr. Jacob earned her podiatric medical degree at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Jacob completed her podiatric residency at the University Hospitals of Cleveland and St. John Hospital & Medical Center. She is board certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
MI Podiatrist Joins Advisory Board of SUTUREGARD® Medical
Kristen Patterson, DPM has recently joined the Advisory Board of SUTUREGARD® Medical. Dr. Patterson earned her podiatric medical degree from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Kristen Patterson |
Dr. Patterson completed her podiatric medicine and surgery residency at the Presence Health System. She is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Linkedin
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Dramatic Reduction in Amputation/Death in Dialysis Patients Receiving Podiatric Care
Tze Woei Tan, USC Vascular Surgeon, and David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance at USC were first and second authors of a study evaluating the role of podiatry in people on dialysis. The study, the first of its kind, evaluated more than 50,000 patients.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
Those that received podiatric care prior to developing a diabetic foot ulcer were approximately 18% less likely to die or have an amputation over four years of study follow-up. Dr. Tan was awarded this year's Marvin Levin Award for top oral abstract in the lower extremity diabetes session. Dr. Tan is a recipient of an NIH K23 Career Development award focusing on limb preservation in high-risk communities, on which Dr. Armstrong serves as a mentor.
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| HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
Bill Enables 401(k) Match for Doctors Paying Off Student Loans
Under provisions in the “Securing a Strong Retirement Act” (H.R. 2954), graduates who cannot afford to contribute to their employer-sponsored retirement plan would no longer be forced to forego the important employer match for retirement contributions. The bill, passed by an overwhelming 414–5 margin in the House, has moved to the Senate.
The “Securing a Strong Retirement Act” permits retirement plans such as employer-sponsored 401(k) plans to make matching contributions to workers as if their student-loan payments were retirement-plan contributions. Qualified student-loan payments are broadly defined under the legislation as any indebtedness incurred by the employee solely to pay qualified higher education expenses of the employee.
Source: AMA via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
4 Tips on Physician Practice Succession Planning
There are several options available if you are a private practice owner looking for advice on how to establish a succession plan. Here are four tips on getting started:
3. Prepare your successor (and yourself) for success
Once you have finished your private practice succession planning, chosen a successor and taken care of the legal arrangements, you will need to train your successor to successfully run your medical practice. I cannot stress enough the importance of this step and yet it so often is overlooked after the attorneys have drafted the legal documents and departed the practice. Even if your successor is passionate about your practice, you should set up a training plan that exposes them to every area of your medical practice so they can learn the critical management tasks that you may take for granted.
In addition to training your successor, you should also plan your own exit strategy. Give your successor room to learn and grow while you are still in a place to offer advice, but be prepared to start giving them more control as you approach retirement. This can prove to be difficult for passionate private practice owners, but it’s essential to gradually let go and allow your successor to take ownership when you’re ready to depart.
Source: Nick Hernandez, MBA, FACHE, Physicians Practice [5/26/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Defining Flexor Tenotomy
The coding team and I have been going back and forth regarding the use of CPT 28010 and CPT 28011. My understanding of these codes is that CPT 28010 would be performed on one toe on a foot. CPT 28011 would be used in the event that I perform the procedure on multiple toes on the same foot. The coding team’s view is that CPT 28010 is used when I perform the procedure on the flexor longus tendon and not the flexor brevis tendon. But for the use of CPT 28011, both flexor tendons would need to be cut on a single toe. Therefore, CPT 28011 could have multiple units on one foot. CPT 28010 could also be appended with multiple units. Some clarification would be helpful.
PM News Subscriber
Response: CPT code 28010 is defined as the following: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe single tendon. CPT code 28011 is defined as the following: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; multiple tendons
It is not unusual for a physician or even a coder to interpret these two CPT codes as the following: CPT code 28010 should be used if a percutaneous tenotomy is performed on one toe on a foot, and CPT code 28011 should be used if a percutaneous tenotomy is performed on multiple toes on the same foot. Is this correct?
I think that the Medically Unlikely Edits or MUEs for CPT codes 28010 and 28011 need to be accessed in order to obtain clarity regarding the appropriate way to bill these two CPT codes. The Medically Unlikely Edits or MUEs for CPT code 28010 is 4. This supports the fact that this CPT code can be performed and billed for up to 4 times on one foot on a given date of service. The Medically Unlikely Edits or MUEs for CPT code 28011 is also 4. This supports the fact that this CPT code can be performed and billed for up to 4 times on one foot on a given date of service.
Therefore, CPT code 28010 can be billed when a percutaneous tenotomy is performed on one, single tendon on one toe. This procedure can be performed on up to four toes on the same foot on the same date of service. CPT code 28011 can be billed when percutaneous tenotomies are performed on multiple tendons on the same toe on the same date of service. CPT code 28011 can be performed and billed when this procedure is performed on up to four toes on the same foot on the same date of service.
Michael G. Warshaw, DPM, CPC, Lady Lake, FL
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Papilloma
This patient entered my clinic recently with complaints of the right foot being enlarged and some pain. Her medical history is unremarkable related to the condition of her right foot. It has been going on for over 10 years with no doctor helping her.
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Papilloma |
Some biopsies have determined papilloma tissue. The problem is that the digits are slowly becoming eroded. I’m asking for help with diagnosis and recommendations of treatment.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH
I would like to answer Dr. Fellner’s questions from a senior practitioner’s perspective. First, I would say that most states, if not all, would find this advertisement as illegal and practicing podiatry/medicine without a license. I would state that any practitioner that sees this should check the state law for pedicurists and, if appropriate, file a complaint against the establishment and the pedicurist involved with the state licensing board for pedicurists.
Concerning salaries, Dr. Fellner has a choice of going into practice himself with no one but himself to determine his income. From what I can see, many of our newly-minted colleagues work for a hospital or orthopedic group, and I am sure their salaries (from what I am told) are quite generous. There are lots of private practice opportunities out there, and it may require a move to another state to find the high paying job. Like any profession, the better you are qualified and perform, the better your chances that your salary will compensate you well. The bottom line here is the efforts you put out in life generally equal the benefits you will receive.
Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION) | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
The “Securing a Strong Retirement Act” (H.R. 2954) has the potential to assist our young practitioners in building a secure financial future while struggling with what has become in many circumstances overwhelming student debt. The provisions of this bill could serve to encourage potential students who otherwise would not seek a career in podiatry, fearful of the acquired educational debt, to consider entering the profession of podiatric medicine. PM News readers are encouraged to call or otherwise contact their senators to express support for this legislation.
Allen Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Unique use of x-ray films. |
Whimsical dragon carved-wood platform bootie with scales made out of x-ray films.
Source: Mara Piñon via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETINGS & WEBINARS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous, guaranteed bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Four physician practice seeks PSR-36 trained DPM, well versed in rearfoot and ankle surgery and diabetic limb salvage with inpatient care. Competitive salary and benefits with bonus structure. Early partnership opportunity. Near mountains and lakes. Enjoy small city lifestyle. Please send resume with cover letter to schudson87@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Established 30 year-old two-office practice has an opening for a full-time associate to partnership career. Must be compassionate, friendly, and a team player. Must be open-minded and willing to learn all aspects of podiatry practice management. BQ or BC. Competitive salary, bonus structure, benefits. Send letter of intent, salary requirements, and availability to NBFA@myachingfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – OKLAHOMA
Non-Surgical Part Time/Full Time position Mobile Podiatry. Assisted Living Facilities and nursing home patients. Well established practice. No Call, no nights, no weekends. Earn over 100K working only 2-3 days a week. Must be team player, hardworking, and pleasant with excellent bedside manner. Contact 405-370-3457 - Nplants2008@gmail.com
PODIATRY ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH EAST PA
Available for busy 2-office practice in S.E. PA. All facets of podiatric medicine and surgery with excellent earning potential. Great area to live and work. Current associate leaving due to family emergency, so must fill position ASAP. Must be ABFAS Cert/Qual. podmedsurg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ATLANTA, GA
Multi-location podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location just south of Atlanta, GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with an onsite surgery center. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries with photo and CV to 1sourcemm@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking Spanish speaking, highly surgical trained associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, North Jersey podiatry group practice. Motivated, entrepreneurial, individual who desires to join a private independent practice. Partnership opportunity, with full practice medical management services in house. Send your CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FL
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: Tampa, Florida. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to floridapodiatryfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE OPPORTUNITY - CHICAGO
Multi location group seeking Board Eligible/Qualified podiatrist. All locations are fully equipped. EPATs, Ultrasounds, Lasers, Padnet, in-house physical therapy, DME, ortho supplies & equipment, surgery center, digital x-rays, Athena EMR. Competitive incentive based salary with fast growth for motivated doctor. Health insurance & 401K
IMMEDIATE OPENING - FLORIDA MIDWEST COASTAL
1-FT or 2-PT needed for great 2 office/ALF care practice. New graduates are welcome. Will help train in EMR, billing/coding, and how to practice. BQ/BC preferred. Paid CME, vacation, mileage, cell phone, and competitive salary. Please send CV inquires to footandanklemc@gmail.com
PODIATRIST - CHICAGO
Busy, multi-physician podiatry practice in Chicago looking to hire podiatrist for office base and housecalls. Earnings $350K and up, flexible hours, full or part time, fixed hours, full logistics and scheduling provided, bonus and partnership track, malpractice and health insurance. Peers physicians references provided. Please email Kinga.efac@gmail.com or call 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ATLANTA, GA
Multi-location podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location just south of Atlanta, GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with an onsite surgery center. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries with photo and CV to 1sourcemm@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE of MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of Podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite Ambulatory Surgery Center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary and benefits package. DPMemploy@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HARRISBURG, PA
Multi-office practice seeking ABFAS board qualified/certified DPM. FT position covering all aspects of podiatry/podiatric surgery. Salary with production-based bonus and benefits package included. Please send CV to rrogersdpm@keystonefootdoc.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHOENIX, AZ
Growing Multi-office private practice located in suburbs of Phoenix. Full time associate position leading to partnership. ABFAS eligible or certification required. Practice encompasses all phases of podiatric medicine and surgery. Send your CV to aceoprice@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION– NASHVILLE, TN
Rapidly growing multi-location practice looking for 2-3 new associates near Nashville, TN. Looking for partnership-minded individuals to start between August 2022-2023. Competent in hospital care, full-scope podiatric surgery, and business-minded. Looking for hard-working team players. Multiple office-based revenue streams available. Aggressive pay structure with intensive practice management. Relocation stipend, health insurance, and 401k available once vetted. Encourage recent and senior residents to apply. sodom@gfacenter.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA, CT, and MD)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FARMINGTON, NM
Established multispecialty practice with honest foundation in need of a podiatrist with strong surgical skills. Multiple locations in the beautiful four-corners area with endless outdoor activities. Immediate referral source from internal primary care. Starting salary based on experience + bonus structure. $20K signing bonus. Please send CV to nick@innovationmedgroup.com
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.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - MANHATTAN EAST SIDE
Part-time practice opportunity on Manhattan's upper east side. Hospital and public transportation one block away. Ground floor. Fully furnished. Expansion of hours possible. Contact 917-841-6805.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OGDEN, UTAH
Immediate opportunity to purchase an established office practice in Ogden, Utah. Your own private practice with no quotas or corporate oversight. Add surgery and DME for additional revenue. Contact djrinutah@yahoo.com for details.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA
Practice in Paradise! Fully equipped, successful practice of 45 + years. Includes digital x-ray, ultrasound, PadNet, Shockwave, EMR. Diverse practice currently strong on orthotics, diabetic care, general podiatry and some surgery. Rent or buy free standing building near hospital. Professional appraisal available. Contact patwooft@hotmail.com
EASTERN MAIN LINE SUBURBS OF SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Well established private and multiple nursing- home affiliated non-surgical practice started in 1955. Opportunity exists for the sale of practice, or sale of practice and office building with a second- floor apartment. Perfect for a highly motivated podiatrist who values owning their own practice or wants to expand their patient volume in a very desirable location near multiple hospitals.Please send serious inquiries to: douglasdpm694@comcast.net
FREE PART TIME PRACTICE – CONNECTICUT
Perfect CT Shoreline satellite location. SIMPLY looking for qualified DPM to take over reasonable monthly rent. VERY BUSY 30 year old fully equipped, digital x-rays, 3 Midmark chairs, orthotic lab. Call Dr. G at 203-243-2545.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OGDEN, UTAH
Immediate opportunity to purchase an established office practice in Ogden, Utah. Your own private practice with no quotas or corporate oversight. Add surgery and DME for additional revenue. Contact djrinutah@yahoo.com for details.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - PACIFIC NORTHWEST
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
19-year-old non-surgical practice for sale. $1,000,000 gross, based on 2.5 days / week. 60% cash clients. Great growth opportunity. Turnkey proposition. Owner will help with transition. Barry Smith, Lloyds Capital, Inc. (213) 379-2397 Barry@lloydscapital.org
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Across from hospital. Ground floor. Free parking. I have been here since 1983. Time to retire. Serious inquiries only. Text 818 451-8441.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BREEZY POINT, NYC
Retiring! Established (31 years) turn-key office in Medical Center with other medical professionals offering great referrals. Consistent patient base with excellent room for growth. Perfect for experienced or new practitioner full-time practice or satellite office. Very low overhead, ample parking. elizsmurphy@aol.com
EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES FOR SALE
Retiring soon. Priced to go fast: Surgical/chairside instruments, ultrasonic instrument cleaner, M9 autoclave, whirlpool with autofill, therapeutic ultrasound, exam chairs and lights. Much more. Call/text 610-297-0196 for list and photos.
EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES FOR SALE
Retiring doctor selling it all. All equipment for sale. Podiatry exam chairs, side chairs, reception room chairs, coffee table, All chairside instruments, surgery instruments, medicine & sundry bottles, exam lights, whirpools, cast cutter, sani grinder, exam lights, ultrasound machine, etc. Will send pictures etc. Call 918-691-3303. Everything is priced to sell.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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