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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,461 Subscribers Daily
June 17, 2019 #6,441  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Achilles Tendon Tear Does Not Have to End Career: IL Podiatrist
It’s unlikely Kevin Durant will perform at the same level he did before rupturing his Achilles tendon during the NBA Finals, according to medical experts and academic research. The rehabilitation will be rigorous and take between nine and 12 months. Durant can expect to wear a cast or walking boot for six to 12 weeks. While the Achilles tendon in his right leg heals, his leg muscle will weaken. But it is possible for him to return as a productive player.
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Lowell Weil, DPM, a team podiatrist for the Chicago White Sox and a consultant for the Chicago Bulls, pointed to NFL linebacker Terrell Suggs as an example of what’s possible. Suggs, a seven-time Pro Bowler, in 2012 returned to play and registered a sack just five months after surgery for a partial tear of his right Achilles tendon. “So you can still be extremely explosive, and he’s such a talented athlete,’’ Dr. Weil said of Durant. “If he works hard in his recovery, there’s no reason to say he won’t be able to get back to the pinnacle of the profession.’’
Source: Josh Peter, USA Today [6/14/19]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Aussie Podiatrist Provides Rules for Buying Healthy Footwear
There are some simple rules to follow when shopping for healthy footwear. “The two main issues with people’s footwear are poor fit and heel elevation,” says Dr. Hylton Menz, a podiatrist and professor of biomechanics at La Trobe University in Australia. Some of Menz’s research on older adults shows that too-short or too-narrow shoes can lead to foot deformities and increased risk for weakness and falls, as well as growths like bunions, corns, and calluses.
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The healthiest footwear for both older and younger adults should fit well and have a low, broad heel, a thin and flexible sole, and some kind of lace, strap or Velcro to ensure the shoe stays firmly attached to the foot, he says.
Source: Markham Heid, Time
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
TX Podiatrists Present Research at the ADA 79th Scientific Session
Matthew Johnson, DPM and Peter Crisologo, DPM, diabetic limb salvage fellows from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, participated at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 79th Scientific Sessions in San Francisco, CA from June 7-11. They presented two posters: "Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) Criteria as a Predictor of Clinical Outcomes in Diabetic Foot Infections" and "Erbium-Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (Erbium:YAG) Laser Accelerates Healing in Indolent Diabetic Foot Ulcers".
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(L-R) Drs. Peter Crisologo and Matthew Johnson at the ADA 79th Scientific Sessions |
Dr. Crisologo also had an oral presentation in the New Directions in Diabetic Foot Research section entitled "Are Surrogate Markers for Osteomyelitis Remission Reliable?”
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Thomas J. Riess, DPM
Dr. Thomas J. Riess Of Marin County, died of Parkinson's related complications on Sunday, June 9, 2019. He was 72 and had valiantly fought against Parkinson's for more than half of his adult life.
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By profession, he was a podiatrist, following in the footsteps of his father and practicing together in San Francisco and San Rafael, CA. He was interviewed on NPR and patented headgear with engineered visual cues which projected red lines to help individuals with Parkinson's walk.
Source: Marin Independent-Journal [6/15/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Don Peacock, DPM, MS
These patient often do well without bone work. Most of these patients have gastrocnemius equinus and can get significant relief in mid-foot arthritic pain by performing a gastrocnemius recession. There will be reduction in biomechanical stress in the mid-foot. Look at some of Dr. Monroe LaBorde's research on gastrocnemius recession.
Don Peacock, DPM, MS, Whiteville, NC
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From: Christopher Hood, Jr, DPM
Coincidentally, I will be lecturing on this topic at the APMA The National 2019 in Salt Lake City on July 12th during the “Surgical Blitz” series. Because of this, I can at least offer a literature based response.
When you look at the literature with respect to lateral column perceived arthritis in conjunction with medial and middle column arthritis and the treatment options, it tends to lean towards either no intervention or arthroplasty. It is common opinion that a fusion should not be performed either in...
Editor's note: Dr. Hood's extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Your Claims Could be Deemed Unprocessable: RT LT Modifiers
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
The DME MACs issued a "Correct Coding - RT and LT Modifier Usage Change" joint publication on December 6, 2018, which provided instructions for billing right (RT) and left (LT) modifiers on separate claim lines. This is applicable when two of the same items or accessories (same HCPCS codes) are provided on the same date of service (DOS) and the items are being used bilaterally, and was effective for DOS on or after 3/1/19. These instructions have now been changed in several policy articles.
Bilateral items not billed on separate claim lines will be returned as unprocessable. Claims returned as unprocessable must be re-submitted. Unprocessable claims do not have appeal rights and cannot be re-opened or submitted for adjustment. Between May 29th and June 6th, 16.6% of JB claims would have been rejected with the outdated instructions, so be sure to review them.
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Dennis Shavelson, DPM
There are potential patients in all neighborhoods (different percentages) of varied means, needs, and levels of foot problems. Here is my top ten suggestions list:
1. Consider the concierge model.
2. Emphasize low volume (with more time per patient).
3. Charge high fees (comenserate with the higher level of service provided).
4. Create a hi-tech and high end environment.
5. Carry unique, quality cash products at various price points for immediate sale.
6. Be well versed, expert, and well practiced in 3 or more non-surgical “centers of excellence”. Make at least two of them “non-covered” by insurance.
7. Practice the wellness model, not the insurance/government model.
8. Hire staff capable of collecting cash.
9. Your staff must believe that your care is worthy of a cash patient.
10. Get a mentor-partner to educate, monitor, and adapt the practice until you are successful.
Dennis Shavelson, DPM, NY, NY
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Worn by NBC-TV's newest celebrity? |
Source: Eva Tremmel via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 13, 2018 – Salt Palace Convention Center - Salt Lake City, UT
Honoring Samuel Mendicino, DPM and Rembrandt Jackson
Sponsored by ABFAS (Gold), Bako Diagnostics (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Mendicino and Mr. Jackson inducted into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame, including roasts by special guests.
All ticket proceeds go to the APMA Educational Foundation Student Endowment Fund. Reserve your tickets now by emailing Sandra Arez sfarez@apma.org or calling her at (800) ASK-APMA.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
SALES POSITION - CUSTOM ORTHOTIC PRODUCTS
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POSITION WANTED - CHICAGOLAND AREA or MIDWEST
I'm looking to join and contribute to a practice. Preference is for the Chicagoland area but open to the Midwest for the right opportunity. Recent graduate, ABPM board certified. Strong wound care background, currently with Illinois license.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BROOKLYN, MANHATTAN, BRONX, NY
Full time podiatry position in group practice with salary starting at $100,000 first year and second year $125,000 with bonus structure for entry level. Experienced doctors already on hospital staff and affiliated with insurances negotiable. Includes malpractice, stipend for CME, license, etc., 401k, partial payment of medical insurance. Must be willing to travel to all locations. Please email resume to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - MINNESOTA, PENNSYLVANIA, VERMONT, and ALBANY, NY
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for full or part time positions. Openings include, but are not limited to, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Albany, NY. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KENTUCKY
Associate positions open for well-trained, compassionate physician for busy central office in the beautiful Somerset/Lake Cumberland KY and in our Bowling Green location. Wide range of services to be offered with several ancillary services onsite. Generous base salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV to: kypodjob@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- NEW JERSEY
Full time and Part time doctors needed for busy growing practice. Multiple locations with interdisciplinary work. Facets include private practice, government contracts, DME, and both surgical and conservative care. Opportunity can be customized for the right person/persons. ABPS qualification or certification necessary. Competitive package and a great opportunity to join a growing successful team. Must have or obtain an active NJ license. Please send cv to hhfootdoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LAS VEGAS
Are you looking for an opportunity where the sky is the limit? Are you interested in a bright future, then our long-standing, busy, and very reputable practice in exciting Las Vegas, Nevada might just be for you! Our practice is diversified and consist of, at risk foot care, sport injuries, trauma, biomechanics, and surgery. Candidate must be eager to work hard, ethical, and preferably surgically trained. Our mentors will provide the rest! Serious inquiries only. Please reply and send resume to nevadafas@gmail.com in order to set up an interview.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND
Busy podiatry practice seeking podiatrist for LI locations. Position is part-time to full-time in the fall. Looking for intelligent, well spoken, well rounded and dedicated podiatrist to join our team. Surgically boarded a plus. Offices -have a vast array of patients. Send CV and salary requirements to fsfootcare@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Established multispecialty private practice group seeking well trained and ambitious specialist to treat podiatry and wound care patients. Expertise in complex and chronic wounds is needed but residency or wound care certification not required. Full-time and well compensated based on a private practice productivity model with salary and benefits guaranteed. Our experienced team provides beautiful, fully equipped offices with on-site ASCs. We provide trained office staff, marketing and expert revenue cycle management, ensuring doctors can focus on patient care. Excellent opportunity to build a great wound care and podiatry practice as part of a reputable and established company. TWCCJobs@gmail.com
FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA
Home Foot Care, Inc. Mobile Podiatrists needed to see homebound patients in San Bernardino/Riverside, Lancaster/Palmdale, Ventura/Oxnard, Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley. Choose your own days/hours, excellent monthly compensation, cloud-based EHR, dedicated support staff. If interested, email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com our website: www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NASHVILLE, TN
Searching for a well-trained and ambitious podiatrist for a growing 3 office location practice. Full-time position offering base + bonus. Associate needs to be board certified or board eligible by the ABFAS. Please email cover letter and CV to mendozadpm@comcast.net. Love of Country Music not required!
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a full-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com , should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FL
Seeking associate for busy well rounded foot/ankle practice. ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Great interpersonal skills and willing to work as a team a must. Office fully EMR, digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@naplespodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION LEADING TO PARTNERSHIP - KANSAS CITY AREA
Well established, yet progressive 40 year-old practice is rapidly expanding providing services to Kansas City and the surrounding areas. Applicant should be ABFAS board certified or board eligible. Applicants should have experience in forefoot and hindfoot reconstructive surgeries. Contact via email office@pivotalfootandankle.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time/Part time podiatrist to do home visits to home-bound patients in NJ. Email resume - Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
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PRACTICES WANTED TO BUY - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Building out a network of podiatry practices throughout southern California. We are 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 - PITTSBURGH - SOUTHERN SUBURBS
Is this practice for you? Established busy solo practice. Great opportunity to expand your practice foot print or own your own office. Excellent growth potential. Doctor is retiring but will transition. Well-trained staff, Certified EHR. Hospital and Surgery Center Privileges. Excellent reputation and large physician and patient referral base. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL TEXAS
Beautiful Hill country Solo practice for sale. Grosses 6 figures. Turn-key. Can be sold as a business OR you can purchase the office equipment and move it to where you would like. Owner financing available. Email susieintx@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND - SUFFOLK COUNTY
35+ year experienced, thriving, expanding, full scope practice on Long Island. Ideal for someone looking to be successful on their own or for a group to have growth with margin. Established patient base and newly renovated offices and updated equipment. Hospital affiliations. Take advantage of this cutting edge, high tech practice where you can deliver high end care to the patients and have the well trained support staff do all the rest! Priced to sell. Contact: SNSFPodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WASHINGTON STATE
Well established 28 yr old solo practice. Doctor interested in retiring. Accepts all major insurance. Hospital privileges. Supplies, furniture, x-ray included. Excellent income. Great opportunity to live on the spectacular Olympic Peninsula. Office building also available for sale. Willing to stay on for transition. For serious inquiries pfna@olypen.com 360-301-1585
PRACTICE FOR SALE – VISALIA CALIFORNIA
Extremely successful, well-established solo practice grossing $850K for the past six years. Doctor is relocating and ready to leave everything in place, including the fully functioning staff. Accepts all major insurances, Hospital and Surgical Center privileges. Serious inquiries only toptenpodiatrist@gmail.com
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