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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,992 Subscribers Daily
June 29, 2015 #5,405  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL RESULTS |
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Results of Last Week's Poll |
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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How do you think the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) has affected your practice?? |
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
Failed Medicaid Foot Care Proposal Could Cost Taxpayers More: NV Podiatrist
A proposal to include routine foot care by podiatrists for adult Medicaid recipients failed to gain the Nevada Legislature’s approval this year. But Nevada podiatrists say the state risks spending more money to address bigger problems that could be prevented. Dr. Kenneth Fatkin of Henderson said podiatrists focus on foot and ankle issues with greater depth and breadth, keeping Medicaid recipients out of emergency rooms and urgent care clinics by providing preventative care.
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“These issues can be treated so much more cost effectively by a podiatrist,” said Fatkin, the incoming president of the Nevada Podiatric Association. Minor foot problems can become exacerbated over time, sometimes resulting in amputations of toes, feet, or parts of the legs. “The savings by preventing those procedures would be astronomical,” Fatkin said. “We’re still providing foot care. We’re just paying for it by more important means.”
Source: Steven Moore, Las Vegas Review-Journal [6/21/15]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Malta Podiatrist Awarded a Doctorate Degree
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Dr. Cynthia Formosa |
Cynthia Formosa, head of the podiatry school at the University of Malta, was recently awarded a doctorate degree by the University of Brighton. The title of her research was "Culture and management of diabetes in Malta". Dr. Formosa is the first podiatrist in Malta to hold a Ph.D.
Source: Times of Malta
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
SC Podiatrist Organizes Youth Triathlon
The Summerville Family YMCA has opened registration for its seventh annual Youth Triathlon. The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15 at The Ponds Farmhouse. The triathlon began in 2009, with a brainstorm from Dr. Hal Hatchett, a resident of The Ponds, an avid triathlete and Summerville podiatrist. He approached the YMCA to coordinate the event and since its first appearance, the YMCA Youth Triathlon has repeatedly been a success for children and families in the Summerville community.
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Dr. Hal Hatchett announces the start of the 2013 Youth Triathlon (Photo: Chris Zoeller) |
“Each parent and family member that I’ve spoken to says that the triathlon is an amazing success—each year we have over 200 children participate!” Hatchett said. “They were so proud of their children. Not many kids can say ‘I finished a triathlon!’ To the YMCA staff and myself, we feel that everyone who participates is a winner. I am excited to see this year’s turnout.”
Source: The Summerville Journal Scene [6/27/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Ballet Flats are the Worst Summer Shoes: NY Podiatrist
Warm-weather footwear is comfy and easy, but it can lead to serious foot problems. We take a closer look. The worst summer shoes are ballet flats "The flattest, flimsiest styles of these shoes can do as much harm -- if not more -- as a pair of high heels," says says Hillary Brenner, DPM, a podiatric surgeon in New York.
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Dr. Hillary Brenner |
"Overwearing flats can cause pain in the arches and heels and can lead to bunions. There's absolutely no cushion or support, but people wear them like they're athletic sneakers. That's what makes them dangerous." If you wear ballet flats at work, stash them at your desk and commute in sneakers, suggests Dr. Brenner. Your feet will thank you.
Source: Corrie Pikul and Emma Haak, Huffington Post [6/26/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
Boston Bomber Sent to Same Death Row Prison as IL Podiatrist
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev arrived at the U.S. Penitentiary in Florence, Colorado, on Thursday, a day after he was sentenced to death. A spokesman for the U.S. Department of Justice confirmed that Tsarnaev was being held at the high-security facility. Assistant U.S. Attorney William Weinreb said Tsarnaev is eventually expected to go to the death row unit at the U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute, Indiana, where Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh was put to death and more than 50 other people are awaiting execution, including Dr. Ronald Mikos, a Chicago podiatrist convicted of killing a former patient to stop her from testifying in an investigation of a Medicare fraud scheme
Source: Associate Press [6/26/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
10 Reasons to Outsource Medical Billing - Part 3
6. Anticipate payer rule changes.
Avoid being caught flat-footed when payers' rules change. A good billing service is always aware of proposed and pending changes that can have an impact on the revenue cycle, especially technical changes that seldom hit the radar of a medical practice until reimbursements are impacted.
7. Access solid data analytics.
A billing service can help your practice identify what the practice is doing well and poorly, in terms of maximizing legitimate reimbursements. The service will identify bottlenecks in the flow of billing documentation and be able to teach providers and staff how to avoid errors that negatively impact claims. A really good billing service will also share information about alternative ways to code that result in more favorable reimbursements.
8. Know your accounts receivables.
Enjoy the benefit of knowing exactly where you stand in terms of receivables. Any service worth its salt will be able to tell you, at least monthly, the percentage of claims that are paid from the initial submission, how many are 30 days, 60 days, and 90 days outstanding, and which payers are most important to the practice. It's valuable information that an internal billing person almost never has the time to provide.
Source: Carol Stryker, Physicians Practice [6/24/15]
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| HIPAA UPDATE | |
10 Requirements You Need in a Business Associate Agreement - Part 1
The HHS Office for Civil Rights in 2013 issued extensive guidance on handling business associate agreements under the HIPAA privacy and security rules. LockPath, vendor of a software platform to manage corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, has distilled the guidance down to 10 bullet points and four additional tips. Some requirements are commonly included in a business associate agreement, but others may not be:
1. Determine when and how the business associate is allowed to use or disclose PHI.
2. Require that the business associate will not use or disclose PHI other than what has been permitted by the contract or required by law.
3. Establish what safeguards will be put in place to prevent unauthorized PHI disclosure. This includes implementing HIPAA requirements surrounding electronic PHI.
4. Require the business associate to report to the covered entity any use or disclosure of PHI not covered by the contract, including incidents or breaches of unsecured PHI.
5. Ensure the business associate will disclose PHI as specified in the contract to satisfy a covered entity's obligation with respect to individuals' requests for copies of their PHI. PHI should be available for amendments as well.
Source: Health Data Management [6/27/15]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Al Musella, DPM
I have no problem with requiring 300 surgical cases. That might be excessive, but it can't hurt to have that experience. However, I agree with Dr. Robbins and completely disagree with the breakdown of how many of each procedure are needed. I would prefer a switch to a regional approach like the orthopods use. Say 30 procedures must be performed on toes 2-5, 30 bunion procedures (of any type), 20 midfoot procedures, and 30 rearfoot procedures. The remaining 190 procedures can be any foot procedure.
The orthopods feel exposure to 5 "ankle and hind and midfoot arthoscopies" is enough. They specify about 400 cases are needed from general areas (like 200 "pediatric procedures", or 25 surgeries of the femor or tibia.) - and the remaining 600 can be anything.
By specifying the need for diversity among choice of procedure, the doctor is forced into selecting a procedure that might not be his first choice for a particular problem. That is bizarre. I would bet the orthopods never have to select a procedure because they have to make the numbers.
Al Musella, DPM, Hewlett, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Feet of the Day
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To be worn in large loafers? |
This was a gift from a patient, Israeli-style
Source: Dr. Richard Jaffe, DPM, Jerusalem, Israel
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON
July 24, 2015 – Orlando Marriott World Center
Honoring Joshua Gerbert, DPM and Justin Wernick, DPM
Richard Bloch and Rita Yates
Sponsored by Bako Integrated Physician Services (Gold), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Drs. Gerbert and Wernick and Mr. Bloch and Ms. Yates inducted in 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 sending $75 per ticket to: APMA Educational Foundation, 9312 Old Georgetown Road or via the APMA Meeting registration form You can alsocall Sandra Arez at (800) ASK-APMA.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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.
IMMEDIATE PART-TIME PODIATRY POSITION - CHICAGO
Associateship with available full time & partnership. Multi-location group - Chicago & Suburbs seeking ABFAS Board Qualified/Certified Associate. Minimum two year’s practice experience required. Ortho and surgery, minimal routine care. Latest equipment. Surgery center and amazing support staff. Excellent income potential with a growing group. Salary/ bonuses commensurate with experience. Three-Four days a week to start -No nursing homes. Send CV to: chicagopodwork@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CONNECTICUT
High volume practice seeking a hard-working, motivated, Connecticut Licensed Podiatrist. Duties to include diabetic foot care, wound care, and minor office procedures, nursing homes and house calls. Please submit CV to: podiatrypeople@gmail.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 PART TIME POSITION - PHOENIX ARIZONA
Seeking part time associate in group practice. Board Qualified/Certified. Motivated, ethical, hard working. Established 30 + year old practice with diverse patient demographics. Large referral Base. Letter/CV to: phxbaba@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - FULL-TIME NEW JERSEY
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs, Can you handle a challenge? Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: njfootankle@yahoo.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, contactchipod12@yahoo.com
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 – NEW YORK CITY
Very busy practice seeking a full-time or part-time, self-motivated and hard-working podiatry associate. Locations in NYC. Please email your C.V. to podiatry053@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – IRVING, TEXAS
Full-time positions in a private practice for podiatrists available, clinic located in Irving TX area. High demands for house calls for diabetic and general foot care. See between 10-15 patients a day. Open Monday through Friday. Can go for either percentages or straight pay. divinefootcarecenter@yahoo.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 – 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
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.
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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 - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (SAN GABRIEL VALLEY)
34 year old practice for sale, open 2 -2 1/2 days per week, general podiatry practice with biomechanics and office and hospital surgery, Microaire power equipment, EMR, x-rays physical therapy, vascular evaluation, 1 block from hospital and surgical center. Selling due to health issues. Contactdrhec@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
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