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July 01, 2025 #8,052  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
Traditional Medicare to Add Prior Authorizations in NJ,OH,TX, AZ, and WA
Medicare will be requiring pre-treatment approvals in its fee-for-service program in a bid to root out unnecessary care, federal regulators announced Friday. The change will apply to 17 items and services, including skin substitutes, deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease, impotence treatment, and arthroscopy for knee osteoarthritis. The program will start Jan. 1, 2026 and run through the end of 2031. It will only apply to providers and patients in New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Arizona, and Washington.
Overuse of skin substitutes to help heal wounds has especially come under fire in recent years. Medicare spent more than $10 billion on the products in 2024 — more than double what was spent the year before, according to the New York Times. Providers in the geographic areas can choose whether or not they want to submit an authorization request before delivering a service. But if they decide not to, they'll be subject to post-claim review and risk not getting paid for a service that was already delivered.
Source: Maya Goldman, Axios [6/28/25] via Dr. Seymoure Balaj
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| PODIATRISTS AND DERMATOLOGY IN THE NEWS | |
FL Podiatrist Highlights the Importance of DNA-Based Diagnostics
A talk presented at the 2025 SDPA Annual Summer Dermatology Conference in Washington, DC, featured speaker William Scherer, DPM, MS, who spoke about an often under-discussed topic in dermatology: interdigital foot skin infections. Dr. Scherer was asked about the most common misdiagnoses seen in this area, in the portion of his talk distinguishing fungal from bacterial infections in the foot’s web spaces.
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Dr. William Scherer |
In his session, Dr. Scherer had highlighted the importance of DNA-based diagnostics. He was asked about how, in his experience, the use of PCR assays transformed the accuracy and speed of diagnosing interdigital infections compared to traditional methods like fungal culture. “PCR is a huge game changer for all of medicine, this is now looking at the DNA specimens,” he said. “Number one, it's rapid, it's quick, and it's super accurate.”
Source: HCP Live [6/28/25]
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| PODIATRISTS AND PODCASTS | |
VA Podiatrist Rides and Reports on The Ride For Mental Health
Ben Pearl, DPM had two roles in the ride for mental health last weekend in upstate New York. His first role was as a bike rider to raise awareness. His second role was to tell the stories of both cycling luminaries and unsung heroes. Here is a clip from one such unsung hero who lost a loved one.
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(L-R) Nelson Vails, Mac Dorris (Ride Organizer), Wayne Stetina, and Dr. Ben Pearl |
Dr. Pearl had the opportunity to ride and interview the Olympian ambassadors for the ride, Wayne Stetina and Nelson Vails. Pearl has had both on his podcast, Fit Foot U.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Keynotes at Netherlands Diabetic Foot Congress
In a thought-provoking keynote at Congres Diabetische Voet 2025, Prof. David G. Armstrong—Founding President of the American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) and Distinguished Professor of Surgery and Neurological Surgery at USC—delivered the lecture named in honor of the symposium’s founder, Prof. Sjef van Baal.
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Dr. David Armstrong Keynotes at Netherlands Diabetic Foot Congress |
Dr. Armstrong’s plenary, titled “Limb Preservation: Looking Back to Look Forward”, traced the history of wound healing through the lens of scientific and clinical innovation. He emphasized the urgent need for new and novel ways to “measure what we manage”—calling attention to the role of remote monitoring, skin temperature assessment, and risk-based patient communication in driving down preventable amputations.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Riskology Part 2 Draws Nearly 200 Attendees
The Riskology event, Risk Awareness of the Rapidly Changing Landscape: Online Reputation, Coding/Payor Compliance and Leveraging AI for Success by LEREXPO, proved to be a success — attracting close to 200 podiatric professionals from across the country for a powerful and practical virtual learning experience.
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Riskology Part 2 Draws Nearly 200 Attendees |
The 2.5 CECH event featured dynamic presentations and discussions around real-world risk scenarios, patient communication, and strategies to protect both providers and patients in today’s complex clinical environment (including AI, social media, and getting involved). Riskology featured expert faculty including: Sarah Haller, DPM, Adrianne Ross, DPM, Adam Howard, DPM, and Luke Cicchinelli, DPM, Michael Brody, DPM, and Cheree Eldridge, DPM.
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| PODIATRISTS AND INVESTING IN THE NEWS | |
A Balanced Portfolio Will Help You Weather Any Financial Storm: NY Podiatrist
Brad Perry, DPM remembers Oct. 19, 1987 like it was yesterday. The new retiree from Oceanside, NY, was a young podiatrist, starting his career and beginning to save money in a few mutual funds. But the sea of red on Black Monday was too much. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 22.6% in a single day, wiping out almost $2 trillion of wealth. "I panicked and sold everything,” remembers Dr. Perry, 66. “I just couldn’t deal with it. It was too much pressure.”
Perry definitely learned his lesson from that market collapse almost 40 years ago. These days, after a successful career that included becoming a medical director at pharmaceutical giant Merck, he isn’t doing any panic-selling. He has enough cash to get through a couple of years of crisis, and has a balanced portfolio allocation sturdy enough to weather market storms. In fact, he is sanguine enough to be heading off to a cruise in Portugal with his wife — despite the current market insanity. “Never in all my years have I seen a time like this,” he says. “It’s kind of crazy, and it’s going to be a rocky road for a while.”
Source: Chris Taylor, Kiplinger [6/25/25]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY |
Tips to Keep Patients Engaged Between Visits
It's important to note that engagement efforts don't have to bust the budget. Most tactics rely on tools you already own — your electronic health record's (EHR's) messaging templates, inexpensive survey apps, a smartphone camera, and five minutes of staff time.
7. Launch a three-question post-visit survey
Send a quick survey within 24 hours of a visit asking:
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1. Was your concern addressed?
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2. Do you understand your care plan?
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3. How can we improve?
Short, timely surveys can lead to faster insight, improved responsiveness and higher overall patient satisfaction.
Source: Physicians Practice Staff, Physicians Practice [6/11/25]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (STUDENT RECRUITMENT) PART 1A | |
From: Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM
I believe Dr. Richie’s response focuses on personal criticisms rather than addressing the substantive issues raised. It is concerning that someone who built their career by modifying an existing brace design, trademarking it under his own name, and commercializing it within the profession would question another’s business practices. My position has consistently been that physicians’ time and expertise deserve appropriate compensation.
Dr. Richie appears to misunderstand the distinction between not-for-profit institutions and public entities that operate without profit margins. Not-for-profit organizations can generate revenue; the key difference is how surplus funds are utilized (bonuses, salaries, retreats and paying guest faculty) rather than distributed. Rather than engaging in personal attacks, I was attempting to offer constructive solutions to address identified problems within our field. I believe our professional discourse would benefit from focusing on the merits of proposed solutions rather than personal criticisms.
Should Dr. Richie wish to evaluate our respective contributions to this profession’s advancement without profit motive, I welcome that discussion. I have dedicated over twenty years to serving on multiple professional boards and lectures to teach others how to benefit and earn a good living ethically. As anyone involved in public speaking and education can attest, clinical practice typically offers greater financial returns than teaching and professional service. I encourage Dr. Richie to engage with the substantive issues at hand in future discussions.
Bret M. Ribotsky, DPM, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (STUDENT RECRUITMENT) - PART 1B | |
From: Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH
Dr. Richie’s reply in my opinion is spot on. I am in my last third of life and I feel very compelled to give back to this wonderful profession. Recently, I have been interested in student recruitment and I have made it known to the local component society that I am ready to be part of a concerted effort to help. I encourage all who are in a similar part of their lifecycle to make the effort to get involved and give back.
Ivar E. Roth, DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
Editor's note: This topic is now closed.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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This shoe is "beeutiful". |
Source: Julia Suppanz via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE | |
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.
30 YEAR PRACTICE FOR SALE - MOUNT PLEASANT, MI
3 day/week primary care practice Mount Pleasant, MI. Avg gross $229 K w/no surgery. Price $220K. Privileges available at 2 hospitals and surgery center in town. Could be expanded to 5 days. Practice has an excellent reputation, website and FB page. 2 treatment rooms/digital x-ray/Mod Med software located in a professional building could be expanded to 3 rooms. Serious inquiries email admin@familyfootcare.biz
THIRTY-YEAR PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOONE, NC
Turnkey, renovated office with Robotic Laser, Digital X-ray, Zimmer Shockwave. Half-mile from UNC System hospital. Only full-time podiatrist in tri-county area. Retiring for health reasons - will stay for transition. University town with a large retirement/recreation population - hiking, skiing, etc. Priced for quick sale - $100,000. Video of practice paulpzimmerman@gmail.com
OFFICE FOR RENT - PARAMUS, NJ
Beautiful office for rent configured for podiatry in medical building. Four treatment rooms, waiting room, reception room, storage room, private office, x-ray room, kitchen, with 2 PRIVATE BATHROOMS. Public bathroom is in outside hallway. Beautiful glass building, HUGE parking lot. Right next to Paramus Park Mall on RT.17N, 1.1 miles from THE VALLEY HOSPITAL. Reserved doctor’s parking under building. 2300 ft.² If interested, send text to. 201.452.2774.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – SWIFT WART THERAPY MACHINE
SWIFT wart therapy machine for sale. Barely used. Will sell it to the best offer. Email me at dtmdpm2013@gmail.com
PRACTICE/CONDO FOR SALE - ELMHURST, NY
Established practice with strong referral base in a high traffic professional condo. Ground floor unit with private entrance and street visibility. A complete Stryker power set for sale separately or bundle with the sale. Contact Collierchan@aol.com
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
FT Podiatry Position: $135K–$175K+ based on experience. Board Elig/Cert req. Strong surgical skills preferred. Bonus, health, 401K, malpractice, PTO. Confidentiality respected. Text 848-209-6658 or email for NDA link. Send CV to njfoot123@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
PT to possible FT mobile positions in Tampa, JAX, and other cities for responsible DPM team players. Primarily home visits and ALF/ILFs. No call. No ER. Flexible 9-5. Weekends optional. Generous commission salary. Great for new grads, semi-retired, or those looking to help fill their schedule. Serious applicants email contact@PodiatristAtHome.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS-AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Established practice seeking experienced and recently graduated podiatrists. High new patient volume, excellent in-house billing, and a well-trained team. guarantee very competitive productivity-based compensation and fast growth. No Call required. To start immediately Arizona License required. email cover letter/CV: HealthyFeetAZ@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – NY, NJ, PA
Curalta Foot + Ankle, with locations throughout the tri-state area, is hiring surgical podiatrists for our NY, NJ and PA practices. The ideal candidates have 3 years of post-residency experience with board qualification by ABFAS a plus. These individuals practice evidence-based medicine, have strong ethical character and excellent bedside manner. We offer long-term growth and stability, including equity in the practice. The group will provide the candidates with resources to succeed, including mentoring, education, marketing, and growth opportunities. We offer a full employment package including competitive salary, malpractice and health insurance, 401(k), CME allowance. Email: doctorinquiries@curalta.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - L.I. , NEW YORK
Busy podiatry practice with locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties seeking enthusiastic and compassionate doctor to join Board Certified podiatric group practice. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation package. The practice is affiliated with hospitals, residency training program and surgical center. Excellent opportunity for the right person to provide comprehensive medical and surgical foot and ankle care. To apply please submit resume to Lisademarco312@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – MULTIPLE LOCATIONS: IL, KY, MD, MO, NC, VA, & WV
US Foot and Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the largest podiatric group in the U.S., is hiring Associate Doctors! We have openings in several states and offer long-term career growth. Our physicians use advanced, podiatry-specific technology to stay ahead in a constantly evolving field and provide top-quality patient care. Candidates must be licensed or in the process. Please email your cover letter and resume to recruiting@us-fas.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST – NEW JERSEY
Well-established, multi-location New Jersey podiatry practice seeks a motivated, compassionate full-time Doctor to join our growing team. We offer competitive six-figure compensation ($200,000–$250,000+), a sign-on bonus, end-of-year bonus, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, paid malpractice coverage, and a 401(k). Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists and recent graduates to thrive in a high-volume, office-based setting. Expand your clinical skills in a supportive, professional environment. Please send your CV to DPMcareer@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DOPPLER FOR SALE - NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Part time podiatrist: one or two days per week Nassau county, NY. Practice available if interested. No surgery. In addition, I am selling a Bidop 7 , Abi Doppler, selling new for over 5k. Selling pristine for 3.5 k. Contact bombbustr7@aol.com if interested in any of these opportunities.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FLORIDA
Thriving Tampa practice seeks 1099 physician. No call, flexible schedule, malpractice covered, competitive pay. FL license required; 1+ year post-residency preferred. Spanish a plus. Start ASAP, negotiable. Send CV and cover letter to Drsheehydpm@aol.com
PODIATRIST JOB – FLORIDA
Palm Tree Podiatry seeking new graduate podiatrist to join our team. Train to care for existing client base and strive to expand in Flagler and Volusia Counties. Grow your career with us and learn from an experienced DPM. Come to sunny Florida and be welcomed by a warm, friendly, hardworking team in need of your skill set and desire to succeed! NO ON-CALL REQUIRED! NO SURGERY REQUIRED! COMPETITIVE SALARY/FULL BENEFITS/PROFIT/REVENUE SHARING BONUSES! BUY-IN AFTER 4 YEARS! We will get you fully credentialed with our network including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial insurances. Send Resume and Cover Letter to bobarnold@palmtreepodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL TIME AND PART TIME – NEW JERSEY
Incredible opportunity, well established group practice seeking a full-time and part-time associate to practice podiatric medicine in the Central Jersey area. Applicant must have a current NJ License, Board Certified/Qualified, and at least 1 year experience as a rendering provider. Please send letter of interest and CV to cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, CO, KS, LA, MO, MS, NE, SC, TN & UT
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
ASSOCIATE POSITION OPEN IN DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join our dynamic multi-specialty group, spanning 6 locations in DFW, equipped with cutting-edge technology, physical therapy and an established patient base. Our practice also includes a surgery center. We offer a competitive starting salary with bonus and benefits. Send your CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORIDA
Full scope Florida practice with high hospital census, wound care, innovative office ancillaries for comprehensive patient care in a fast paced atmosphere. Details: www.podiatryinparadise.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TUCSON, ARIZONA
Experienced DPM needed for 2 busy offices treating all aspects of podiatry. New graduates welcome! Flexible compensation options: employee, independent practitioner or partner. Join a high-volume supportive team with strong growth potential. Send resume to Transcription697@AOL.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PRICE, UTAH
Position open for a well-trained, highly motivated podiatrist in beautiful Price, Utah. Competitive pay, benefits and a great company culture. Come enjoy Price, Utah, just a short distance from Nine Mile Canyon and the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Gateway to several national parks and only 45 minutes from Utah County. Interested? Send your CV to laney@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST GEORGIA
Attention surgically trained podiatrists! Join our state-of-the-art practice in southwest Georgia! We’re seeking a passionate, driven associate to innovate and transform lives with exceptional ankle and foot care. Build a thriving career while embracing a comfortable southern lifestyle in a vibrant community. Ready to make an impact and grow with us? Don’t miss out—contact us today to seize this exciting opportunity! Send CV to Anthonymonaco@ankleandfootcenters.com Call 860-372-5348.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE PHYSICIAN POSITION – THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS!
Come home to the Woodlands! One of the best communities to live in the United States. Succeed with our highly respected 40-year, multi-physician, multi-beautiful location. Seeking immediate hire of a personable, confident, well-rounded physician and surgeon. Awesome package! Become one of the best. Send resume to ALEXANDRA@NEVILLEFEET.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND, NY
IS IT REAL? An employer that doesn’t cheat you? Look no further!!! Looking for a part-time associate to join our house call practice. Excellent Compensation $$$. Must have NY license, malpractice insurance, reliable car. Call 516-633-6364, or email footdocsli@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, UTAH
Doctor of Podiatric medicine position open for a well-trained, highly motivated individual in beautiful St. George, Utah. Competitive pay, benefits and a great company culture. Come enjoy sunny St George, Utah with red rock mesas and lush waterways that create outdoor recreation assets unlike anywhere else. Close to several national parks and only a few hours from Las Vegas. Interested? Send your CV directly to laney@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OREGON
Opportunity to work in a stable, friendly, and well-established practice in beautiful Oregon. Keizer office seeking associate interested in two-year contract or partnership. Founding DPM retiring in two years. Practice has built in patients ready for new doc. Call or text 503-507-4345. Prefer applicant who can start soon.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Are you a dedicated podiatric physician looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking a full-time podiatric associate to join our thriving multi office practice. This position offers the potential for partnership, making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking long-term professional growth. Be part of a team of experienced professionals committed to providing exceptional care. We have state-of-the-art equipment and resources to deliver high-quality comprehensive foot and ankle care. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Please email CV: rscpod@comcast.net
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship, located at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Queens, New York. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. -The wound care fellowship position pays a 6 figure salary for the year, 4 weeks of paid vacation, personal days and paid health benefits. Please contact or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
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