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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,590 Subscribers Daily
July 06, 2018 #6,225  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
TX Podiatrist Discusses Salon Safety
"At my Houston podiatry practice, we see a lot of patients who have developed all types of problems because the nail salons they frequent did not operate at the highest standards for hygiene," says Gabriel Maislos, DPM. "Some of these establishments are among the so-called 'high-end' nail salons, but they've failed customers by not implementing all the measures designed to prevent infection, cross-contamination, and other issues."
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Dr. Gabriel Maislos |
Dr. Maislos points out that the state of cleanliness of a salon and its bathrooms can say a lot about other hygiene practices. It's also recommended that a customer ask to see the salon's autoclave machine. Furthermore, as service starts, the autoclave bag will have an indicator showing that the tools inside have undergone sterilization.
Source: Digital Journal [7/3/18]
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Podiatrists Volunteer at Peachtree Road Race
A group of podiatrists, residents, and students from the Podiatry Institute (DeKalb) and the Atlanta VA Medical Center took the time out of their holiday day-off to aid the participants of the annual Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta, GA.
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(L-R) Drs. Shaz Ghori, Adam Port, Kevin Alexander, Trent Lott, John Haight, and Blake Varghese; Students Hoda Naei, Caroline Tippett, Frankie LaGrone, and Kevin Nguyen; Dr. Charlie Peebles. |
This group was put together and coordinated by local podiatrists, Drs. Perry Julien and Charlie Peebles, who have been involved with the annual event for over 20+ years. Working in conjunction with local area residents, physicians, nursing staff, and first responders, podiatric care was offered to any of the over 60,000+ participants of the world's largest 10K race.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
KS Podiatrist Opens Clinic at SBAMH
Dr. Nicholas Posge is joining the staff at the SBA Medical Group as Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital (SBAMH) opens a new Podiatry Department. Dr. Larry Abraham, long-time El Dorado podiatrist, was key to bringing Dr. Posge to the community.
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Dr. Nicholas Posge |
Dr. Posge, who is from Cincinnati, Ohio, recently completed his surgical residency at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, after receiving his graduate degree from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Butler County Times-Gazette [7/3/18]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
There is an Information Gap Regarding Foot Health: Aussie Podiatrist
With the demands of modern lifestyles and a general lack of knowledge around podiatry having a major impact on foot health, local My FootDr podiatrists have warned that Australians have a giant step to take when it comes to looking after their feet and bodies. My FootDr podiatrist, Chris Lofts, said there is a clear information gap among Australians about the importance of foot health. “Most foot conditions are preventable, but they are being ignored because there a distinct lack of awareness around proper care of feet and knowing who to turn to for professional advice.”
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“Feet are a foundation for your body and taking them for granted could lead to permanent issues such as arthritis or conditions in other parts of your body including legs, knees, hips, and lower back,” he said. Podiatry is the only health profession entirely devoted to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. Podiatrists offer a full scope of services including comprehensive foot assessments, gait analysis, foot orthotics and even laser treatment for fungal nail infections.
Source: Central Western Daily [6/23/18]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES IN THE NEWS | |
UT Podiatrist Uses Cartiva Implant
Tom Benedict was one of the first Utahns to have Cartiva, a first-of-its-kind synthetic cartilage, similar to the size of a pencil eraser, implanted in the joint of his right toe in 2016. The biomedical polymer provides something for his bones to "bounce" on, instead of the bone-on-bone action the joint was getting due to a rare form of ankylosing spondylitis.
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Dr. Clark Larsen shows how Cartiva is implanted (Photo: Steve Griffin) |
Cartiva is made of polyvinyl alcohol and is FDA-approved for use to replace worn-down cartilage in the big toe joint. "It's a lighter weight material that has some give to it," said Dr. Clark Larsen, a podiatrist at Rocky Mountain Foot and Ankle in Murray, who has implanted more than 30 Cartiva units in the last year-and-a-half. "There's some squish to it. It's like a jelly bean. There's some flex to it."
Source: Wendy Leonard, Deseret News [7/4/18]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
4 Ways to Reduce the Risk of a Lawsuit - Part 4
4. Consider the patient perspective - General communication skills can be improved by looking at interactions from the patient’s perspective. “There’s no element more important to avoiding a malpractice claim than a healthy doctor-patient relationship built on clear and effective communication between one another,” says Samuel N. Klewans, JD, a partner at Grad, Logan and Klewans, a law firm in Falls Church, VA. He suggests physicians try putting themselves in their patients’ shoes, viewing interactions from their perspective.
Putting time into patient relationships outweighs concerns about already too busy schedules. People expect timely replies to calls and e-mails. Don’t rush through appointments. “Your patients are very concerned with their health, and when they’re meeting with you, they want to believe you’re very concerned about them, too,” Klewans says. Showing empathy and taking the time to fully answer patients’ questions during the visit can go a long way toward making them feel comfortable.
Source: Julie Knudson, Physicians Practice [6/25/18]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM
You could start casting, and sending your casts to a local Florida lab, like JSB.
Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumberg, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
With all due respect to this recent posting, just about every PCP and MD/DO specialist I have spoken with over the last few years who has asked for money has received payment from the third-party requesting the charts on behalf of the carrier. And all have told me that the carriers involved (excluding Humana) provided no resistance. Unless otherwise precluded in your contract, you have every right to ask for payment and what does asking really cost? I can’t speak for interactions with Humana as I am not a Humana provider and not privy to their contractual obligations.
Of course, whether they pay you and/or decide not to pursue further inquiries for charts now or in the future is quite another story. Asking costs nothing! Not asking costs you quite a bit!
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL-LEGAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Daniel Chaskin, DPM
"The doctor must provide such records at no cost to the carrier (usually stated in contract)."
I disagree with Ms. Moracka-Sawaki's statement. My guess is that HMOs are getting paid a rate per patient that includes all administrative costs. One of those administrative costs includes the fees required to pay for the release of records.
1. If podiatrists are not being reimbursed for the release of such records, then the actual fee received by the HMO from the federal government should be proportionately reduced by such an amount since the HMO is not paying for such records.
2. There are Stark laws that may come into play. To have access to a patient population by a contractual provision that waives the right for a provider to charge for a record release just might depart from federal law. As a suggestion, perhaps the APMA can investigate if all podiatrists are legally entitled to bill for such records. It just might be illegal to deny payment as per a contractual clause that might not be in compliance with federal law.
Daniel Chaskin, DPM, Ridgewood, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Steven J Berlin, DPM
I want to congratulate Dr. Robert "Bob" Hilkemann on his dramatic rise from retired podiatrist to the highest office in the State of Nebraska (even if it was just for two days). Bob and I served many years together on The Fund For Podiatric Medical Education (now the APMA Educational Foundation). I just knew he had more successful days ahead. My sincerest congratulations to you on your service to the citizens of Nebraska and to your profession.
Steven J Berlin, DPM, Baltimore, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Boots of the Day
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Where "wood" you wear these boots? |
Source: Aku Bäckström via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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PM PODIATRY HALL OF FAME CEREMONY & RECEPTION
July 12, 2018 – Gaylord National Resort - Washington, DC
Honoring Brad Wenstrup, DPM and Dan Vickers
Sponsored by Bako Diagnostics (Silver), PICA (Bronze), and Sammy Systems (Bronze)
PM News subscribers are invited to see Dr. Wenstrup and Mr. Vickers 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 calling Sandra Arez at (800) ASK-APMA.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND/QUEENS
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA
Join the fastest growing mobile podiatry group in California! Full time/part time, you pick your days, you pick your hours, cloud-based EHR, in house billing, dedicated support staff, excellent monthly compensation. email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA
KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is revolutionizing the continuum of care for seniors living in more than 200 long-term facilities in Central Florida. We currently have full-time and part-time openings in the state of Florida. If you are committed to helping seniors live healthy lives, this mobile-based position could be your perfect fit. Our physicians work Monday thru Friday and must maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. We cover malpractice insurance, medical supplies, travel allowance, etc. Exceptional benefits include paid vacation time, health insurance, and 401K retirement plan. Competitive Salary. Email CV kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH PLAINFIELD/WARREN, NEW JERSEY
Growing podiatry practice seeking Full-time associate. Must be ethical, highly motivated and personable. All aspects of podiatry. New Jersey license. Multiple locations. Please send letter of intent, CV & letter(s) of recommendation(s). Email: Drthapar@ankle-footspecialist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS AREA
Full time associate position immediately available in busy office. Multiple offices/locations. PSR-36 or 24 board qualified/certified foot and ankle surgeon. Competitive benefit package. Send CV to smadpm@charter.net.
4 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE – TEXAS
Amazing, multi-location group practice, seeking personable, enthusiastic, dedicated, and skilled Podiatric Physicians with deep interest in these niche areas: Podopediatrics, Biomechanics, Diabetes & Wound Care, and Rear foot & Ankle Surgery. Expanding office locations. Wonderful opportunity to join one of the best! Contact Marketing@NevilleFeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - QUEENS, MANHATTAN, BRONX, NY
Entry Level full-time podiatry position in group practice with salary starting at $100,000 first year and second year $125,000 with bonus structure. Includes malpractice, stipend for CME, license, etc., 401k, partial payment of medical insurance. Must be willing to travel to all locations. Please email resume to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL KENTUCKY
This town is home to outstanding college, an hour away from metropolitan market and has a friendly provider environment. Opportunity to build on strong patient base with surgery and in-office dispensing. Competitive salary and benefit package. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
MULTI-LOCATION GROUP - CHICAGO/NEAR WEST SUBURBS
Seeking ABFAS Board Certified/Eligible associate. MINIMUM 2 year private practice experience required. Surgical/ortho patient load. Great staff. DME, Rx, Minimal Incision Sx, EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound, PRP, shockwave & MRI. PT to FT available- Top pay, associateship & practice equity available for experienced candidates. Send CV info@anklenfoot.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE IN SURROUNDING DENVER, COLORADO
Well rounded practice including general podiatry, outside wound care revenue and surgery. Existing doc will stay on for up to 1 year for transition period. Please email sqdpm@afaclinic.com for further details. Visit website: www.afaclinic.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW YORK (BROOME COUNTY, NEAR BINGHAMTON)
RARE PRACTICE OPPORTUNITY: Well established, 38 year old practice. Patient pays for their services. I practice, “Fee-For-Service”/No Insurance. My average work week is 2.5 days. Last 3 years (2015-2017) average gross=$625K and average net=$250K. Practice emphasis is biomechanics, using Video (Dartfish) & F-Scan In-Shoe Pressure Mapping Analysis, as well as PinPointe™ Foot Laser for onychomycosis. Surgical pathology available. Quality and modern 2500 square foot office and equipment. I am ready to retire and have future plans in place and am willing to sell for less than market value. Make an offer! Reply to: uniquepractice@gmail.com
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