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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,981 Subscribers Daily
June 22, 2015 #5,399  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| IFAF NEWS | |
IFAF Holds Quarterly Board of Directors Meeting
The International Foot & Ankle Foundation for Education and Research (IFAF) recently held the Quarterly Board of Directors meeting in Seattle. The agenda covered the end-of-year financial review and a close look at all current projects and upcoming medical education programs.
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L-R: Dr. Marc Kravette, Tresha Carter, Adm; Drs Byron Hutchinson. Dock Dockery, Mary Crawford, Cherie Johnson, and Rex Nilson . |
A lot of new and exciting changes in the scientific program format have been added and several new speakers and workshops are slated for next year. The 45th Annual Residency Graduation will be held at the end of June. IFAF is excited about the new incoming residents to the St. Francis and Swedish Podiatric Residency Programs.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Sheepskin Boots Could Cause Flat Feet: NZ Podiatrist
As winter kicks in for New Zealanders, podiatrists are warning about flat feet which can cause pain while walking and even standing. Prolonged wearing of the boots, originally designed as indoorwear, can cause damage to the foot arch because of lack of support from the boots, they warn. Bruce Baxter, of Foot Clinic Podiatry Med, said: "They're evil. It's not just the lack of stability; also in older people there is the risk of catching and tripping."
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He said boot-style slippers compromise foot posture. In winter, people reach for the boots because the sheepskin made them seem warm. But he said a slipper's warmth depends on the thickness of the sole, not the lining of the upper.
Source: Susan Edmunds, The New Zealand Herald [6/21/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
Two Plead Guilty in Drug Case Involving PA Podiatrist
Two defendants involved in a local doctor’s alleged hydrocodone pill scheme pleaded guilty in Fayette County Court, while a third person failed to appear for his plea hearing. Scott Eugene Bloom, 43, of Hibbs, and Deven L. Saghy, 46, of Uniontown both entered general guilty pleas to drug and insurance fraud charges before President Judge John F. Wagner Jr. on Thursday.
Senior deputy Attorney General Dennis Kistler, of the attorney general’s Insurance Fraud Section, said the plea agreement calls for Bloom and Saghy to provide testimony against Dr. William Ainsley, 39, who faces 16 counts of insurance fraud and drug violations for allegedly writing prescriptions for large numbers of painkillers in exchange for patients returning half of them to him.
Source: Susy Kelly, Herald Standard [6/19/15]
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| ICD-10 UPDATE | |
ICD-10 Compliance by Oct. 1 Possible, Even for Procrastinators
With a little more than 100 days until the ICD-10 implementation deadline goes into effect, the clock is ticking but the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services insists it’s not too late for providers and others to get ready for the code switchover—even if they’ve done nothing so far to prepare for the new code set.
Though it might seem like a daunting task, CMS officials say there are strategies and resources to successfully transition from ICD-9 to ICD-10 that can be put to use just in the nick of time. “Certainly, there is still time to get ready,” said Denesecia Green, deputy director of the National Standards Group, during a June 18 Medicare Learning Network webinar. But, Green added, “it’s definitely time to transition now.”
Source: Greg Slabodkin, Health Data Management [6/19/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Common HIPAA Misconceptions - Part 1
While practices must work hard to comply with HIPAA, some are taking HIPAA compliance efforts a bit too far. That's according to risk management experts, who say there are some common compliance misconceptions that are costing practices unnecessary time and resources. Here's what they say many practices are avoiding that they don't necessarily need to avoid, and some extra steps they say practices are taking that they don't necessarily need to take.
1. Avoiding leaving phone messages
While it's true that a phone message from your practice to a patient could be overheard by the wrong party, phone messages that contain protected health information (PHI) don't need to be strictly off limits at your practice, says Jim Hook, director of consulting services at healthcare consulting firm The Fox Group, LLC. "Many offices adopt a blanket policy of, well, 'We can't leave you any phone messages because HIPAA says we can't,' and, that's really not true," he says. "You can always get consent from a patient on how they want to be communicated with."
Hook recommends asking all of your patients to sign a form indicating in what manner you are permitted to communicate with them, such as by mail, e-mail, text, and phone message. "If the patient says, 'Yes, you can call and leave me phone messages at this phone number I'm giving you,' then it's not a HIPAA violation to use that method of communication," he says.
Source: Aubrey Westgate, Physicians Practice [6/8/15]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 1 | |
RE: The Passing of Charles Zimmer III, DPM
Charles Zimmer III, DPM, 90, of Ft. Wright, KY, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospice, on June 18, 2015. Dr. Zimmer, a U.S. Army Veteran, had a passion about and was instrumental in teaching Native American culture and dancing; and was the only non-scout to be inducted to the Order of the Arrow.
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He was a member of Mother of God Church, Past President of the Covington Optimist Club, a Kentucky Colonel, and Past President of the Kentucky Podiatry Association.
Source: Kentucky Enquirer [6/20/15]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) - PART 2 | |
RE: The Passing of Roy Wayne Buckmaster, DPM
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Dr. Roy Wayne Buckmaster |
Roy Wayne Buckmaster, 59, of Albert Lea, MN, died at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, June 18, 2015. Dr. Buckmaster graduated from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL. He completed his residency in Hot Springs, SD, and then worked for a short time in Rapid City, SD. Wayne started a podiatry practice in Albert Lea, and began Family Foot Care in 1992.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CME) | |
RE: Kudos for 2-Part CME on Nails
From: Arthur E Helfand, DPM
I want to thank Podiatry Management for publishing and Dr. Ken Rehm for writing the wonderful two-part review article "Nails - The Mean More Thank You Think - Parts 1 and 2." Well done. This is needed... articles that should be read and retained by all.
Arthur E Helfand, DPM, Narberth, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM ARTICLES) | |
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM
I always read Dr. Hultman’s articles and letters. But of the hundreds he has written over the last 20 years, the article he wrote on “parity” between MDs and DOs (June/July issue, Podiatry Management Magazine) is his most important and incisive. Paraphrasing his main point, DPMs get “bogged down” in the nomenclature of the DPM degree letters, causing disagreement and in-fighting. Ultimately that has led us away from real parity.
Dr. Hultman believes the parity issue is really one of licensure and not degree letters. He firmly believes that parity is obtaining a plenary license for DPMs just as it is for...
Editor's note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear to a masquerade party? (photo: Joem Haufe) |
Source: 'Tongari Atama' shoes, by Gert van Gastel
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
Podiatrists Needed to Support Local Lions Clubs Diabetes Foot Screening Program
What to do when you retire from practice, but not from podiatry? The Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention (LEAP) Alliance connects retired and practicing podiatrists with their local affiliate of Lions Clubs International to provide the, "Lions Hunt for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Free Foot Screening Program." Under a podiatrist-member's direction, Lions are trained to perform the Semmes-Weinstein Monofilament foot screening test on their families, friends, and at area health fairs and wellness events. Check out the LEAP Alliance website: www.leapalliance.org and email me at lrubin@leapalliance.org for more information. The LEAP Alliance is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
RESIDENCY POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
West Houston Medical Center PMSR/RRA has a potential PGY-1 residency position open. This potential position has a start date of August 1, 2015. Please submit the following material/requirements to Tiffany at: t.yates@txfai.com. The deadline for submission of documents is June 30, 2015. Required minimum 3.0 GPA, CASPR Application (copy) or similar documents, Current CV.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN VIRGINIA
This unique practice offers a great opportunity for an individual to service 75 senior and special needs facilities. Compensation is productivity-based for an ethical, personable, self-motivated individual with good people skills and a commitment to quality care. Position leading to partnership for the right individual. Send CV to: DrBob272@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO
Full-time position in Chicago. Office coverage and house calls. Salary base with incentive for office work plus 50 % of collection for house calls. Additional benefits will be considered as well as partnership track. Please email to chipod12@yahoo.com.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - ROCHESTER CLINIC (MN)
Rochester Clinic, a multispecialty practice, is seeking BC/BE podiatric physicians. The physicians will provide all aspects of podiatry, including sports medicine, wound care, primary care, and surgery. The office has an onsite medical lab, digital x-ray, a biomechanics lab, and a procedure room. Please send resume or inquiry to Careers@RochesterClinic.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK CITY
Excellent part-time opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic associate to join a well established hospital-affiliated practice. Must be residency trained PSR 24/36. Board eligible/certified by ABPS preferred. Competency in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Salary with incentives commensurate with performance. Email CV to Manfootcare@aol.com or fax to 718-875-3171.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Immediate opening for well-trained motivated DPM in beautiful Danville, Kentucky. Established Office in new building in great location. Danville is one of the fastest growing communities in KY. Hospital privileges and wide range of services offered. College town, 35 miles outside of Lexington. Excellent comp with incredible bonus opportunity/full benefits. Partnership opportunity 2 years with Kentucky’s largest most respected group. Email CV and letter of interest : jonkim12000@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOS ANGELES
Full time position in private practice, located in Los Angeles area. All aspects of Podiatry, including surgery, orthopedics, diabetic foot care and general foot care. Looking for eventual practice buy in/partnership. Competitive Salary and benefits. Email cover letter and CV to dpmclinic@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Associate or independent ccontractor needed for a busy podiatry office in Georgia. Candidate must be self-motivated and surgically trained (PMS 24/36). Must be versed in forefoot surgeries. Experience is a Plus. Please send CV to myromeclinic@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE- NORTH GEORGIA/CHATTANOOGA AREA
Busy group practice located in Chattanooga/North Georgia area seeking a growth-oriented individual with a strong work ethic to join our expanding 5 physician TEAM. Must have PMS 36. Can be out or residency or just looking for a change in practice environment. Established patient base with tremendous growth opportunity. Associate with partnership potential. Chattanooga offers a strong music and arts culture, unrivaled outdoor amenities, and a government/populace committed to sustainable development. Competitive Salary and benefits. Bilingual (Spanish) an asset. Email cover letter and CV to hr@advfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – EL PASO, TX
Busy practice seeking a full-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate to help with second office. Competitive salary offered. Please email CV to: buffdlr1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHOENIX
Well-established Phoenix metropolitan area multi-office, multi-physician practice looking for aggressive, ethical, personable, well-trained associate, leading to partnership/buyout. High-tech environment utilizing EMR, digital x-rays, etc. Must have current Arizona license or in process; References a must. Reply to: AZfootdocsearch@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHEAST OHIO
Expanding group practice seeking full-time and part-time podiatric physicians with Ohio license. Duties include wound care, house calls, and nursing home coverage. Competitive salary and benefits. Email cover letter and CV to mike@ankleandfootcare.com .
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Business minded, motivated individual wanted for position leading to partner/buyout. Beautiful Western Maryland; less than 45 mins. from Baltimore and DC. As well as minutes from hiking, fishing, skiing, kayaking. Competitive salary/benefits. Don't miss this opportunity to become a top earner in our field. Send CV: drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA (REDDING)
Busy, well established podiatry practice seeking a fulltime, California licensed Podiatrist. Must have good patient skills, motivated and hardworking. All phases of podiatry, hospital and surgery center. Email letter of interest to tjsong01@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN DELAWARE
Progressive nine doctor group looking for associate. Multiple state of the art offices and hospital options. There is a current PM&S 36 program in one facility. All types of podiatric care available; office based, wound care and surgery. Send CV to Savage6026@comcast.net www.brandywinepodiatry.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA PANHANDLE
Immediate position available for hard-working, motivated individual in a well-established practice. Equal mix of primary care and surgery. Excellent opportunity to get on all insurance panels. Board qualified/Certified with ABPS preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please email CV and letter of interest to kmoore@feetareneat.com.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE- PINPOINTE FOOT LASER
NuvoLase FDA approved laser for the treatment of onychomycosis. The laser is in excellent condition with a pulse count of Q8. Price includes the laser, new fiber optic cable, 2 laser goggles, power testing equipment, manual and shipping to your location. $10,000 mogey1@sbcglobal.net
PRACTICES WANTED – TEXAS
Expanding current practice and looking to buy podiatry practices within 1 hour driving radius of Houston. Prefer selling physician to stay with practice for at least 12 months but more is better. If interested please email faajobs@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LOUISIANA
Metairie Louisiana. Well-rounded New Orleans area practice. established twenty-five years. Doctor looking to retire. Self-contained 2900 sq. ft. building. Equipped for in-office surgery. Genesis-plus laser. Four treatment rooms. Ideal for main or expansion office. On all insurance plans. Purchase equipment and lease or buy facility. website: www.footnola.com email: footnola1@aol.com
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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