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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 21,969 Subscribers Daily
July 05, 2024 #7,800  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
FL Podiatrist Discusses Podiatry and the Military with NYC Students
Alberto Rullan, DPM, a 1991 graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine (NYCPM), is a retired Commander in the U.S. Navy who served his country for over 20 years. His service included combat trauma and surgical experience while being deployed in Fallujah Iraq. Dr. Rullan also served as On Site Director of the VA Baltimore Podiatric Residency Training - National Naval Medical Center Bethesda, MD and at Rancho Specialty Hospital
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Dr. Alberto Rullan |
He recently gave a presentation to the students of NYCPM. His presentation was met with high enthusiasm and a sense of patriotism. His discussion included the role of podiatry and healthcare in a military setting.
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| PODIATRIC PODCASTS | |
Bako Diagnostics Collaborates with Dean’s Chat Podcasts
Bako Diagnostics has announced that their new collaboration with the “Dean’s Chat – All Things Podiatric Medicine” is LIVE! The Dean’s Chat podcast is hosted by Jeffrey Jensen, DPM and Johanna Richey, DPM, and includes conversations with leaders in the podiatric profession including deans, residency directors, faculty, researchers, entrepreneurs, residents, and students.
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Drs. Jeffrey Jensen and Johanna Richey |
For the past eighteen months, the Dean’s Chat has helped to shape the future of podiatric medicine, one episode at a time. Dr. Jensen is Dean at the Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University (AZCPM). Dr. Richey is an Assistant Professor at AZCPM.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Aussie Podiatrists Save a Patient's Leg
Albany Health Campus podiatrists Julie Glynn and Tep Llewellyn were able to save a person’s leg thanks to their patient-centered approach to care. Their outstanding care was recently celebrated on Care Opinion by an elderly patient who had a below-knee amputation and was at risk of losing their other leg.
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Julie Glynn and Tep Llewellyn |
After presenting with circulation problems in their leg, the patient completed 12 months of rehabilitation under the careful guidance of Julie and Tep. “They went above and beyond, were always respectful of my age, my limitations, and worked together to find the best possible solutions. I owe my mobility to them,” said the patient. “It is nice to get recognition, as well as seeing our services' impact on our patients,” said the podiatrists.
Source: WA Country Health [7/3/24]
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| OBITUARIES | |
RE: The Passing of Joseph R. Cinzio, DPM
Dr. Joseph R. Cinzio, 96, of Garfield, NJ died Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of VFW Post #2867 of Garfield. Doc began his many years of contribution to the cadets during the Garfield Cadet era by serving as President of the Cadet Booster Association.
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Dr. Joseph Cinzio |
He received his post-graduate medical degree from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, IL (1953) and was a podiatrist in Passaic for over 60 years.
Source: Legacy [7/3/24]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 DIY Marketing Strategies For Time-Pressed Medical Professionals
Rather than investing in an experienced, in-house marketing team or partnering with an external PR or advertising agency, a medical practice should consider leveraging a DIY platform to think like a marketer and take these crucial first steps.
5. Enlist help
Get family members or friends involved for a few hours on weekends. Their fresh perspective can bring new ideas to your marketing efforts. Whether it’s brainstorming new content ideas or helping with social media posts, having additional hands can lighten the load and introduce creative approaches to your marketing strategy.
Source: Tom Testa, Physicians Practice [6/28/24]
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| QUERIES (BOARD CERTIFICATION) | |
Query: Questions About One Podiatry Board
How will the surgical competency of podiatrists be evaluated with the new, single podiatry board certification? Will competency be assessed in a way similar to the current ABFAS model where individual surgical cases are scrutinized? Will a finite number of each type of surgery need to be performed?
Carl Speer, DPM, Pensacola, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL/LEGAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Alan Bass, DPM
This is very troublesome to hear. This is why it is so important to review your collections report, as well as your accounts receivables monthly with your billing company. At this time, I suggest the following steps be taken:
1. Contact your malpractice carrier and alert them to this and ask if your policy with them contains administrative defense coverage (ADC) and if it will cover any audits that may arise from this. Hearing that this was for skin substitute claims leads me to believe that these were for Medicare recipients and that can be very problematic.
2. Contact the billing company and alert them to their inappropriate billing practices. You should ask them to return any monies to you that they were paid on the inappropriate claims, since the monies reimbursed by the insurance carrier should be refunded to them.
3. Contact the insurance companies for these claims and inform them that you are aware that you were reimbursed inappropriately for certain claims and discuss reimbursing them for the inaccurate claims.
4. Contact your accountant regarding any tax implications this may have.
5. Consider switching your billing company. I would review the last several months of billing to see if this happened previously.
Disclosure: I am the owner of my own podiatric-specific billing company.
Alan Bass, DPM, JARALL Medical Management Consulting
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL/LEGAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Name Withheld (FL)
Name Withheld, I commend you for the way you will be handling a difficult situation. This was an honest mistake on your part, and you are trying to remedy the situation. The most important advice I would give you is to contact a medical consultant to guide you along this process. Hopefully, you are with a malpractice company that provides you with legal defense. If so, they will talk you through the process of reporting these errors to insurance companies. Several years ago, I had a circumstance where I misinterpreted the regulation of taking x-rays in my office. I thought the rules stated that as long as the practicing podiatrist is in the office the assistant can take an x-ray without being certified. I unfortunately found out this wasn’t the case.
Although we did not take many x-rays in our office, enough were taken through the years that would have put me in a difficult situation had that not been reported. I did have legal defense through PICA and they put me in contact with a healthcare consultant. It turned out to be an expensive mistake. Working with the healthcare consultant, they contacted Medicare to explain my circumstance. Medicare appreciated our transparency, but still asked for a refund of $10,000 dollars. This amount was based on three years' worth of billing. Obviously, this was not a slap on the wrist, but if they would have discovered this error themselves via a whistle blower or disgruntled employee, they could have gone back, I believe, seven years or more if fraud was suspected.
You are doing the right thing by reporting this unfortunate situation but you must go about it the right way.
Name Withheld (FL)
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous "Shoes" of the Day
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Extremely "rare" sneakers |
Source: Submitted by Dr. Paul Hilbert
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 20,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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CPME/GME APPROVED PODIATRY MULTIDISCIPLINARY FELLOWSHIP IN WOUND CARE AND HBOT
At Huntington Hospital Northwell Health, NY. Certification in Wound Care and HBOT, fellows will also assist in operating room with emphasis on plastics cases. Fellowship positions open to new graduates and established practitioners. Generous salary and benefits. Please contact eardito@northwell.edu.
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.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GREATER CHICAGO
Mobile podiatry group serving Greater Chicago is looking for part-time associate (independent contractor with competitive reimbursement); all aspects of podiatry care; logistics, billing, instrumentation provided . Please contact at vadim.goshko@gmail.com or 312-375-6430
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Gotham Footcare, a leading and reputable multi-location private practice seeks a skilled podiatrist with 1+ year private practice experience in surgery and communication. Drive growth with up to $250k first-year compensation. Enjoy perks like paid vacation and a 401(k) plan. Grow with us in the heart of Manhattan! Inquiries: send resume to ana@gothamfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST – ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Ankle & Foot Centers of America invites a Board Qualified/Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our dynamic team in a bustling North-Atlanta suburb. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly graduated and experienced podiatrists. Step into a role with an immediate, substantial patient base due to a retiring physician. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional development. Be part of a practice that values excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Interested candidates, please forward your CV to JoinUs@ankleandfootcenters.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- HOUSTON/NW AREA
Established Podiatry Group with multiple clinic locations and doctors seeking a full-time Associate to practice medicine and Surgery in the Northwest and Northeast areas. Competitive salary + bonus, medical, dental and vision benefits and 401K. Please send CV to gayle@fac.net. (www.fac.net).
ASSOCIATE POSITION – AL, LA, TN, MS, GA, IL & FL
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 – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified in forefoot and/or rearfoot surgery. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered. email CV to: westernpapodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREENVILLE, SC
Busy two-office practice with three doctors in Greenville SC seeking a full-time podiatry associate. Start date immediately. All aspects of podiatric surgery, medicine and biomechanics. Benefits include 401 K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long-term disability. PTO. (All other standard benefits) Please send cover letter with CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - WASHINGTON STATE
Join our well-established podiatric practice in the vibrant Seattle, WA, area, with decades of commitment to exceptional patient care and a supportive team environment. Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in Podiatric Surgery. Valid Washington state medical license (or ability to obtain one) Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package. PTO and CME allowances. Retirement plan with employer matching Opportunities for professional growth and development. How to Apply: Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to employmentdpm101@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LA COUNTY CALIFORNIA
Looking for a Podiatrist to join our office in LA county, for Home health Care Centers, home visits, and 1 day a week or more office hours, with potential for growth within the practice. To apply, you can contact Dr. Ross at 310-475-5377 office 310-748-9453 cell or Asross1@juno.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join a Dynamic multi-specialty 6 location group with cutting-edge equipment, storefront presence, physical therapy. Competitive starting salary of $150k, with the potential to easily earn up $200k with bonus. Send CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com (Texasfootdoctor.org)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BALTIMORE, MD
Growing practice is looking to hire a highly motivated associate, Maryland licensed DPM, to see patients in the Greater-Baltimore area offices. We have 4 Surgery Centers and offer productivity-based compensation. Full benefit package. Send your CV and inquiries to angelab@podiatryassoc.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Very busy, well-established, group practice is seeking to add a full time associate. Candidate must be very hard working and ethical with good surgical training and having completed a minimum of 24 month residency. Applicant must be at least board qualified. Competitive salary and benefits. E-mail CV to llfootankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK, NY
Podiatrist position available for immediate hire. Flexible hours with both part time/ full time flexibility. Recent grads welcome. Send to toetalpodiatrynyc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BUSY PRACTICE IN NORTHERN MARYLAND
Opening for immediate hire. Looking for a talented, personable, hardworking, podiatrist to join a well-rounded group practice. Surgical training required. We have two practices, Elkton and Bel Air, that need coverage to keep up with the growing volume. Proximity to Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. Hit the ground running. Text me @ 410 459-4909.
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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.
X-RAY AUTOMATIC FILM PROCESSOR FOR SALE
Fischer brand in good condition, Please text or call 248-245-3392.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - HOUSTON SUBURBS
Established single doctor practice located in affluent Houston suburb grossing over $1M annually working 4 days a week. No surgery. 3 different lasers, shockwave, digital X-ray, ultrasound and vascular testing equipment. Doctor is looking to move abroad. For more information send email to faajobs@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MASSACHUSETTS
Modern, well established since 1986. Busy, 75 new patients a month. All aspect of podiatric services. Fully equipped, certified EHR, laser, digital x-ray, vascular machine, Pad net. In-house billing, well run. Located within a mile from hospital. Owner is willing to stay as necessary during transition. Contact drwaw54@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CHICAGO
Established odiatric practice available, busy medical professionals building (multidiscipline specialties).Serves southwest Chicago suburbs 30 years. Independent practice exceptionally busy, treats wide range patients, all areas Podiatric/Surgical care (including diabetic wound care). 400 Patients month. Doctor tracking towards retirement. Percentage owned in building. Located ground level. Inquiries: docnic@att.net 708-870-4114, 708-423-3377
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