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June 24, 2015 #5,401  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Limb Length Discrepancies Common in Athletes: CT Podiatrist
"Limb length discrepancies of the lower extremity often cause disabling problems of the hips and lower back," says podiatrist Dr. Robert Weiss. "It is also known as the short leg syndrome. This problem may affect as much as 75-80 percent of the population, resulting in pain in the lower back, pelvis, or hip. Pain may also radiate down the thigh (sciatica nerve)," says Weiss.
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"The majority of symptoms are usually found on the side of the longer limb because it is in contact with the ground longer and thus absorbs a greater amount of pressure and stress. The short limb also develops various symptoms such as shin splints, which are usually a result of the short leg overstraining while walking or running. A functional limb length discrepancy will respond well to biomechanical orthotic therapy.
Source: Westport News [6/22/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
OH Podiatrist Comments on Trendy Chacos
A brand of outdoor sandals called Chacos (“CHAH-kohz”) — reflects a trend toward comfortable, if not high-fashion, footwear. With thick rubber soles reminiscent of Crocs — the shoe of choice in the mid-2000s — and crisscrossed straps in more than 40 colors and patterns, Chacos were originally designed for adventure sports such as hiking and kayaking.
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Dr. Said Atway and Chaco shoe |
Dr. Said Atway, a podiatrist at the Wexner Medical Center at OSU, has seen a decrease in common foot problems, including pinched nerves and collapsed arches. As consumers become more aware of the potential harm of flip-flops and flat sandals, he said, they switch to footwear that feels good. Even so, Atway said, no summer shoe compares to athletic shoes or boots in terms of cushioning. Still, because summer inevitably means sandals, “You’re better off with something that’s going to give you some kind of support.”
Source: Jilia Oller, Columbus Dispatch [6/22/15]
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| APMA NEWS | |
APMA Named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post
The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) today announced it has been selected for the second year in a row as one of The Washington Post’s Top Workplaces. The Top Workplaces are determined based solely on results of an anonymous feedback survey completed by employees. APMA was one of the first 150 organizations awarded the distinction on the 2014 inaugural list, and was selected as number 40 from the more than 300 companies evaluated in the Washington, DC, area for the 2015 list.
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“We’re doubly honored to be recognized as a Top Workplace for a second year,” said Glenn B. Gastwirth, DPM, executive director and CEO of APMA. “When a team wins the Super Bowl, everybody on the staff has contributed and everybody gets a Super Bowl ring. We think the same way—all of us play a role in APMA’s success, and though everybody’s contributions are different, we do things to make it clear we value them all.”
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AMA, State Medical Societies Call on CMS to Mitigate ICD-10 'Disaster'
The countdown is on toward the Oct. 1 start date for the nationwide conversion to the ICD-10 diagnostic and procedure codes, so the American Medical Association and four of the nation's largest state medical societies are reiterating their long-held opposition to the switch.
The latest blasts aimed at ICD-10 come in a resolution by the AMA and a letter to acting CMS Administrator Andy Slavitt from the medical societies in Texas, California, Florida, and New York, calling the pending conversion a “looming disaster.” The AMA statement repeated its long-held policy stance against the ICD-10 conversion, but if that's not feasible, for the CMS to adopt “mitigation strategies.”
Source: Joseph Conn, Modern Healthcare [6/19/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Common HIPAA Misconceptions - Part 3
3. Requiring Unnecessary Business Associate Agreements
HIPAA requires practices to have written agreements, often referred to as business associate agreements (BAAs), with other entities that receive or work with their PHI. Essentially, the agreements state that the business associates will appropriately safeguard the PHI they receive or create on behalf of the practice.
Still, some practices take unnecessary precautions when it comes to BAAs, says Robert Tennant, senior policy adviser of government affairs for the Medical Group Management Association. "A lot of practices are very concerned about people like janitorial services [and] plant maintenance folks, and they have them sign business associate agreements, but those folks are not business associates for the most part," says Tennant. "You may want to have them sign confidentiality agreements basically saying, 'If you do come across any information of a medical nature, protected health information, you are not permitted to look at it, copy it, keep it ...,' But, you do not need to sign a business associate agreement with anybody other than those folks that you actually give PHI to for a specific reason, like if you've got a law office or accounting office or a shredding company that is coming in to pick up PHI to destroy it."
Source: Aubrey Westgate, Physicians Practice [6/8/15]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Foot Care and Nail Avulsion Coding
I am wondering if I can bill for reduction of toenails >5 and callus trim 2-4 lesions ("at risk" or routine foot care) along with a two nail avulsions (with a local anesthetic) on the same day. If so, then how would I code this, and what modifiers would I use? If not, then still can someone show me how to code this? Can I use an E/M code if I bill the nail avulsions separately?
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
Response: There is no reason that you can not bill this combination. Not sure what you mean by using an E/M if billing the nail avulsions separately. If all the services are done on the same day, then all should be submitted on one claim form. If the E/M is significant and separately identifiable, it should be billed as well. As always, documentation is key.
E/M 9921X-25
The nails would be CPT 11721-59. The calluses CPT 11056, and the nail avulsions CPT 11730 for the first, and CPT 11732 for the second nail.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of William F. Todd, DPM
Bill Todd was one of those mentors who could say more with a stare than most could with a paragraph. He was a rare combination of keen intellect, supreme talent, and an innate kindness that always shone through his faux gruff demeanor.
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Dr. William F. Todd |
The photo above is how I will always remember him. Our specialty was better with him in it and those who were trained by him carry the best part of him with them. I think that's a podiatric definition of immortality.
David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, Tucson, AZ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Susan M. Weeks, PMAC
There is no formal brick and mortar school for podiatric medical assistants. The American Society of Podiatric Medical Assistants (ASPMA) fills this gap by offering study materials and certification exams for assistants. Exams are available in both Administration and Clinical assisting and are available in conjunction with many podiatry conferences throughout the country as well as online. Membership is required and assistants must be employed by a doctor member of APMA. CEUs are required annually and ASPMA offers the opportunity to obtain these credits.
Susan M. Weeks, PMAC, ASPMA Membership Chair
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Cindy Pezza, PMAC
There are no formal training schools for podiatric assistants, however in my personal experience, a motivated and detail-oriented individual (staff member) from almost any background, can be trained on the job in combination with a variety of educational programs.
Cindy Pezza, PMAC, South Eaton, MA
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From: Richard M. Maleski DPM
I agree so much with what Drs. Hultman and Rosenblatt have stated in the article and post in response. However, I would make one suggestion. Just like a good attorney, who never asks a question in a courtroom unless he already knows the answer, I recommend the following. The APMA should work with the colleges of podiatric medicine and have groups of students, or even whole classes take the licensure exams in that particular state. Let's make sure that our education is truly giving our students the ability to pass the exam before we open this up to official scrutiny. I have been involved in residency training for my entire career of 26 years, and I am absolutely certain that our graduates can be competitive in almost all aspects of medicine, but I would like to be absolutely certain that they can compete in ALL aspects of medicine.
Richard M. Maleski, DPM, Pittsburgh, PA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Foot of the Day
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Bound Foot (Photo: Jo Farrell) |
The tradition, once revered, now banned, will be lost with these women. Photographer Jo Farrell is documenting their lives, and their feet.
Source: Hayley Campbell, buzzfeed.com via Dr. Jau Sung
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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 – SACRAMENTO, CA
Immediate opening for motivated California licensed Podiatrist. Busy, fast expanding private practice with a diverse patient base and tremendous growth opportunity. Full time associate with future partnership opportunity. Competitive salary with benefits and bonus opportunity. All aspects of Podiatry (surgery, orthopedics, diabetic foot/wound care). Must be residency trained PSR 24/36. Board eligible/certified. Competency in forefoot surgery (rearfoot surgery is optional). Email CV and letter of interest : grishatov@yahoo.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.
HOUSECALL OPPORTUNITY-CHICAGO, IL
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Looking for an experienced, board certified/qualified podiatrist for busy practice, must be personable, energetic and highly motivated. Well rounded practice incorporating all phases of podiatry including general podiatry, surgery, wound care, orthopedics. P/T, F/T position available, excellent salary. Please email CV to: jobke@aol.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
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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO
Full-time position in Chicago; start date - end of July. Office and housecalls ; salary base and incentive for office work plus 50% of collection for housecalls . $140-150K net; mileage allowance and malpractice are paid; additional benefits can be considered. Partnership track is available . If interested, contact chipod12@yahoo.com
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
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 – 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 - 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
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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
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
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