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Serving Over 22,142 Subscribers Daily
July 07, 2022 #7,294  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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Correction Wrong Link
Yesterday's PM News contained the wrong link to Dr. Sherman's extended- length letter. Here is the correct link.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Tennis Requires Sport-Specific Shoes: IL Podiatrist
According to Rebecca Stack, DPM, a podiatrist with Northern Illinois Foot and Ankle Specialists, when it comes to tennis, standard running shoes and cross-training shoes won't do. "Foot and ankle injuries are common when players don't wear the right kind of shoes," Dr. Stack says.
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Running shoes, for example, won't give you the stability and support you need for lateral movements. Instead, look for actual tennis shoes, and prioritize finding the right fit. Look for shoes that fit snugly and comfortably so your foot doesn't slide around or roll to the side. However, check that the shoe isn't too tight, as you can develop blisters or reduce circulation, Dr. Stack says.
Source: Lauren Bedosky, Livestrong [7/4/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
AL Podiatrist Recognized for Helping Friend Serving in Ukraine
A veteran in Tallassee is doing what he can to help a fellow solider in Ukraine. His assistance is now being recognized by the Ukrainian government. 71-year-old Gregory Dubay, DPM is a highly decorated war hero. The retired lieutenant colonel and podiatrist served for 40 years, including time in the Vietnam War and the Gulf War. During Operation Desert Storm, Dubay suffered injuries, including the loss of his hearing. Even after retirement, the dedicated soldier is still finding ways to protect and serve others. Years before Russia invaded Ukraine, Dubay became friends with a man named Andrei, who is from Ukraine. The two have kept in contact over the years.
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With food supplies becoming scarce in the war-torn country, Dr. Dubay knew he had to help. Over the last few months, he has packaged and shipped off nearly 30 boxes of food and supplies to the couple, along with things the Ukrainian army can use, like tactical gloves, batteries, binoculars, and two-way radios. Andrei has been able to use the radios to communicate with his subordinates without interception from Russian forces. To Dubay’s surprise, he received a medal in the mail from the Ukrainian government as a “thank you” for the packages. Dubay said the medal is the Ukrainian Cross of Glory and Merit.
Source: Ashley Bowerman, WBRC [7/4/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Joins Metropolitan Foot & Ankle
Chengcheng Tu, DPM recently started a new position at Metropolitan Foot & Ankle PLLC in NYC, NY. Dr. Tu earned her podiatric medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Tu completed her podiatric residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She is a board-qualified foot and ankle surgeon by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Source: Linkedin
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Cryptocurrency Investing Rules for Busy Doctors
Cryptocurrencies can be complicated. As a busy medical professional, you likely do not have time to research tokens or the nuances of this specific asset class. As you invest, how will you know whether you are doing the right thing? As prices zoom up and down, it feels like you should do something in response to market movements, but what exactly?
3. Diversify
Diversification can reduce risk without hurting returns. We have long known about this in the traditional investing world, but it has been slow to arrive in cryptocurrency. Some assets go up in price, others go down. A balanced approach can be beneficial.
Source: Jesse Proudman, Physicians Practice [6/30/22]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times a week, PM News posts an entire article from a recent issue of our partner, Podiatry Management Magazine. Please note that the views expressed in Podiatry Management Magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of PM News or Barry Block.
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Nurse Practitioner As Referring MD
Can a nurse practitioner and their NPI number be used as the referring MD for “at risk” routine foot care in New York City?
PM News Subscriber
Response: With respect to a nurse practitioner being used as the referring provider for “At Risk,” Routine Foot Care to be performed by a podiatrist in New York State, it is important to access the website of National Government Services, the Medicare Administrative Carrier for the state of New York. You then need to download the LCD, L33636 – Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails and the associated article, A57759 – Billing and Coding: Routine Foot Care and Debridement of Nails, for the information that is needed. The article, A57759 provides the answer to the question in the above post.
Under “Coding Information,” specifically:
Group 4 Medical Necessity ICD-10-CM Codes Asterisk Explanation
“* For these diagnoses, the patient must be under the active care of a doctor of medicine or osteopathy (MD or DO) or qualified non-physician practitioner for the treatment and/or evaluation of the complicating disease process during the six (6) month period prior to the rendition of the routine-type service.” A nurse practitioner is a qualified non-physician practitioner.
One last point of information relating to the “asterisk explanation.” An “asterisk” systemic disease simply refers to a disease that Medicare designates the necessity for an MD or DO physician to make the diagnosis and actively treat the patient for that disease. Actively means that the patient has to have been seen by the MD or DO within a 6 month period for that specific disease. This is referred to as the “Active Care Requirement.” Per article A57759 that was referred to above, this can also be performed by a qualified non-physician practitioner (i.e. nurse practitioner, physician’s assistant).
Michael G. Warshaw, DPM, CPC, Lady Lake, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: The Tyranny of Status-But are you a REAL doctor?
From: Michael M. Rosenblatt, DPM
I had a good friend, (now deceased) whose father stopped talking to her for a year because she became a PhD psychologist instead of an MD. She loved it, getting on the floor with kids, counseling and testing them (when this was covered by local school districts.)
Jordan Peterson, PhD, became a psychologist. He never indicated that his family ostracized him for not taking the brass ring. Despite that, he changed the lives of millions of men over the World, for the better. Yes, you are a licensed surgeon; and you actually DO real surgery and treat patients for conditions that even MDs are not universally trained for. (Licensed yes, trained no). But because you don’t possess the letters that strike awe in the hearts of status, you are somehow “lacking.” Never mind that...
Editor's note: Dr. Rosenblatt's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Jon Purdy, DPM
I was lucky enough to land a residency at a trauma 1 hospital in Chicago. To my amazement, there was full time Ortho services with only us podiatrists acting as both podiatric and Ortho residents. We had PAs at our disposal. We worked up and scrubbed every case from total pelvic reconstructions to foot and ankle surgeries.
All orthopedists on staff were welcoming and inclusive as we did rounds and presentations with them. One Ortho hated foot and ankle trauma, so with those cases, he would prep the patient and tell me “if you run into trouble, I’ll be in the lounge.” At the end of three years, he asked me to go into practice with him. Fast forward to Louisiana where the orthopedists, after twenty years here, still will not let us into their surgery center.
Jon Purdy, DPM, New Iberia, LA
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
From: Tim Shea, DPM, Gary Dorfman, DPM
Congratulations to Mel Barton for his significant achievement. Mel and wife Heather have been a highly influential force in the growth of our profession not only in California, but the nation as a whole. We are truly lucky to have Mel in our ranks for so long.
Tim Shea, DPM, Concord, CA
I have known Mel since I entered this profession in 1962. He was a dynamo in the Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Association. He was the guy to “go to” if you needed anything done for the Association. He was an involved podiatrist, whether it was professional, political, or social. He and his wife Heather were the public relations specialists for the Association. God bless you Mel. Laine and I wish you a very happy and healthy 100th birthday.
Gary Dorfman, DPM, Dana Point, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Ignored the "Caution - Wet Paint" sign? |
Source: Prospekt via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Excellent Opportunity for Podiatrist looking to join busy state-of-the-art practice with EHR, digital x-rays, etc. in Nassau County Long Island. Multi-podiatrist practice looking for well-qualified practitioner to join our team. All phases of podiatry including surgery, wound care, and orthopedics. Experienced, board certification preferred, excellent salary. Please email CV: Jobke@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Multi-specialty office in Brooklyn, New York looking for a full time podiatrist. Bi-lingual English-Russian speaking preferred. New graduates are welcome. Please email CV to ysimona@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN NJ
Looking for Associate for a busy Northern NJ Podiatry Practice. Flexible hours, with total hospital admissions and surgical opportunities from the practice. (Atlantic Health Care-Chilton Hospital) Please contact: Dr. Bart Cohen Pompton Lakes, NJ
C: (201) 281-3036
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey to service nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Full-time and part-time positions available. Days/Hours flexible. Excellent compensation. Excellent staff is always available to help make you successful and your job easier! E-mail CV to ghcp@globalhealthcarepartner.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK CITY
Great opportunity for a new associate to join a rapidly growing team. Will have hospital privileges at a prestigious, world renowned institution in NYC. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual willing to work hard.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FOOTHILLS OF NC
Seeking PSR-36 trained DPM for associate position with busy practice in foothills of NC. Should be well trained in forefoot rearfoot, and wound care. Competitive salary, benefits and bonuses. Buy-in available. Three-doctor practice with one retiring. Located near major metropolitan city, Send resume to jmauney@foothillspodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ARKANSAS
Well established 30y/o highly respected two physician podiatry group. This position is available to a well-trained, personable, motivated, goal oriented, entrepreneurial minded physician. This practice offers all facets of podiatric medicine with an onsite ASC. Located in a rapidly growing, medium size city with a Division I University and a great place to raise a family. All applicable standard benefits included. Send CV to podiatrygroup@sbcglobal.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONNECTICUT
Busy, growing practice. All phases of foot and ankle care. Service oriented practice. Looking for full time or part time associate. Surgical skills a plus but not required. Great personality and teamwork required. Competitive compensation based on experience. E-mail CV to drbetschart@aol.com
ASSOCIATE FT/PT - RHINEBECK, NY
Associate wanted for established 2-practitioner, well rounded practice. Plenty of surgery available. All phases of podiatry - surgery, orthotics, routine care, and wound care. Affiliation with wound care centers possible. Digital x-ray and new modern ultrasound. Please email with contact info - PodassociateNY@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN WASHINGTON
Looking for a great opportunity in the beautiful Pacific Northwest? Position with future partnership/ownership possible for motivated DPM. Must be Board eligible or certified. Western Washington north of Seattle growing community, full surgical opportunities at local hospitals. dogsarebarking@hotmail.com
PODIATRIST - CHICAGO
Busy, multi-physician podiatry practice in Chicago looking to hire podiatrist for office base and housecalls. Earnings $350K and up, flexible hours, full or part time, fixed hours, full logistics and scheduling provided, bonus and partnership track, malpractice and health insurance. Peers physicians references provided. Please email Kinga.efac@gmail.com or call 312-375-6430.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - ST. GEORGE, UT
Associate podiatrist needed in our St. George Utah clinic. Will absorb around 230 patients per month with lots of room to grow. Partnership can be earned. Learn more about us at afacutah.com. We are excited to have you join our team! Send CV and cover letter to tyson@afacutah.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHARLESTON, WV
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Charleston, WV - part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Charleston. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in WV to be considered for this position.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ASHEVILLE, NC
U.S. Foot and Ankle Specialists is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Asheville, NC- part of the fast-growing metropolitan area of Asheville. We are a growing group of 153 providers and 98 locations. If personable, motivated, and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed in NC to be considered for this position.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST - NORTHERN VIRGINIA (MT. VERNON) /SUBURB WASHINGTON DC
Large fast growing full scope practice, across the street from hospital. 30-year established busy private practice, looking for potential partnership. Base salary $135K, plus incentive pay, malpractice, PTO, paid CME, and retirement. Send cover letter (“Why I am your next superstar”) and CV to hottoe@capitalfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BEVERLY HILLS, CA
We are looking for a podiatrist that provides service to our in-office patients, skilled nursing home patients, wound care patients and hospitals in our Beverly Hills, CA location. Required: Completion of a 3-year residency program (NO Resident applications) • Current holder of a state podiatry license • Board certification is highly preferred • High levels of empathy, analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills are required for this role • Excellent knowledge of therapeutic and surgical treatments for the lower extremities. Emails for the applicants can it be sent directly to victorian@footnankledoc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Seeking Spanish speaking associate to join a fast-growing multi locations, busy expanding podiatry group practice in NJ. Looking for a well trained in all surgical podiatrist in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle procedures. Independent practice, partnership opportunity, competitive compensation and benefits provided. Send CV kmercado@footandankleps.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Largest group in the central valley is seeking associate. Must be highly motivated with good patient skills and personality. Must be board qualified or certified salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing, and will help with student loan repayment. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Office based, Surgery Center and hospital-based with no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice. Please e-mail CV and short bio to tflores@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Join our team! We are seeking a podiatrist who is personable, ethical and committed to patient care to join our busy non-surgical practice in beautiful North Scottsdale, Arizona. Competitive salary with additional commission earning potential, health and malpractice insurance, PTO, CME allowance, and a pleasant work environment with supportive staff. Our office has a pedorthist, x-ray tech, and a licensed pedicurist to help with your patient care - and all will aid in increasing your personal earnings. Required: Current holder of Arizona Podiatry State Licensure. All Interested candidates should send cover letter and CV to cathydpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH CENTRAL, PA
www.martinfootandankle.com is looking for a professional and energetic associate. Practice is high volume and full scope. Practice includes: 5 offices, 4 PT gyms & 2 shoe stores. Competitive compensation & benefits. Send letter of interest and CV to jbowen@martinfootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, MD, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA)
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Digital x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. GEORGE, UT
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to st.georgefootcare@gmail.com
FELLOW POSITION - NAPLES-FORT MYERS, FLORIDA
Fellow position in Naples-Fort Myers, Florida, beginning July, 2022. Associates in Medicine and Surgery Reconstructive Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship. All aspects of practice management and clinical care in office and around area hospital systems in Collier and Lee Counties. Email Dr. Batelli (ebatelli@aimsfl.com) CV and further info.
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – SAN DIEGO
19-year-old non-surgical practice for sale. $1,000,000 gross, based on 2.5 days / week. 60% cash clients. Great growth opportunity. Turnkey proposition. Owner will help with transition. Barry Smith, Lloyds Capital, Inc. (213) 379-2397 Barry@lloydscapital.org
FOR SALE - COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. Podiatric associate with surgical experience wanted and/or available for dale. A reasonable offer will be accepted. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BREEZY POINT, NYC
Retiring! Established (31years) turn-key office in Medical Center with other medical professionals offering great referrals. Consistent patient base with excellent room for growth. Perfect for experienced or new practitioner, full-time practice or part-time satellite office. Low overhead. Price negotiable. elizsmurphy@aol.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 22,000 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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