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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,749 Podiatrists Daily
July 08, 2014 #5,105  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
"Flatform" Shoes Present Danger to Wearers: NY Podiatrist
It's the hottest shoe of the summer, half flat, half platform and it's called the flatform. But some podiatrists say that the flatform is outright dangerous. "So many patients who come in complain of ankle problems, heel pain, and Achilles pain," says podiatrist Dr. Rock Positano.
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Dr. Positano says the elevation in combination with the inflexibility don't allow the foot to function in a natural way. "The normal foot should make contact with the ground and adapt to the terrain on which the person is walking," says Positano. He says that not only does this shoe not allow for normal shock absorption, it also leads to instability.
Source: Lindsay Davis, Good Morning America [7/3/14]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Barbados Podiatrist Uses New Drug to Save Diabetic Limbs
Hal Martin strides purposefully towards the steps of the Diabetes Foundation at Warrens, all the while engaged in animated conversation with American podiatrist Dr. Christopher Otiko. Just a few months before, the Barbadian financial consultant and businessman had been facing the possibility of amputation of his right leg, so deep and severely infected was the wound. Hal was introduced to Otiko by another podiatrist who had been treating him for over five months without success.
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Dr. Christopher Otiko (R) shows healed portion of Hal Martin's foot treated with TetraStem (Photo: Gercine Carter) |
Otiko was trained in San Antonio, Texas, called “the amputation capital of the United States,” and diabetic foot care has always been his specialty. He believes the new drug, derived from the old antibiotic tetracycline, can give Barbadians in danger of losing a foot, new hope. The results from the first TetraStem trials by a doctor in Armenia were convincing enough to lead to approval and registration of the drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in February this year. Buoyed by his experience, Martin gifted a small quantity of the drug to the Diabetes Foundation and Otiko said: “I know that the medication can save a lot of limbs and a lot of lives here.”
Source: Gercine Carter, Barbados National News [7/6/14]
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| OUTSIDE INTERESTS | |
MD Podiatrist Opens Shoe Store
Dr. David Levine, a podiatrist and certified pedorthist, and the Shoefly shoe store chain have opened New Balance of Frederick in the Market Square retail center.
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(L-R) Kyle Ripka, Dr. David Levine, Louis Levine (Photo: Bill Green) |
"Early on in my podiatry practice, I realized that many people coming in to see me not only had foot problems, but shoe problems too. That led me to opening Walkright in 2010. With its growth and success in helping people solve their foot issues, I saw an opportunity to serve more people by moving and converting the store into a New Balance concept store," said Levine.
Source: Ed Waters Jr. News-Post [7/4/14]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Richard D Wolff, DPM
The condition is cutaneous larva migrans. I saw it in a patient 5 years ago and I treated it in myself last year after a trip to Jamaica. The condition is somewhat painful and very pruritic. It responds quickly (within about 3 days) to oral ivermectin. Treat with a single 12mg dose. Here is a link to a study with a 12mg dosage: I also used betamethasone diproprionate ointment for pruritis.
If you question your patient, you will likely find that they stayed at a resort which was frequented by cats at dinnertime. While everybody sleeps, the cats bury feces in the sand and humans contact the sand the next day. It is then that they contract the hookworm infestation. I didn't notice mine until I was home for about 2 days.
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From: Joseph Quattrone, DPM
This looks like creeping eruptions to me. We used to see this in San Antonio, and I have actually seen this in Pennsylvania. The treatment is mebendazole, one tab in the morning and evening x 3 days.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Carla-Ruth Poma
When coding because of additional time spent with a patient and father, in this case, the use of code 99354 would be appropriate. I agree, in this case, that CPT 99214 is not warranted. More appropriate would probably be CPT 99212 or 99213, depending on notes. Using these codes plus the addition of code CPT 99354 will increase the time allowance; therefore, the payment allowance and the provider will be able to meet the other criteria of the correct E/M procedure code.
Carla-Ruth Poma, Owner, Michigan Medical Billing Specialists, Inc., South Lyon, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Ed Cohen, DPM
I enjoyed reading Dr. Ribotsky's comment, but I really think a lot of the procedures he does are for pain and not all just for aesthetic appearances. There are very few patients who want hammertoe or bunion surgery for cosmetic reasons, but there are more patients who might want the fillers. These are some patients who want this surgery because they can't wear fashionable shoes without having pain.
If pain is the consideration, then I don't feel this is cosmetic surgery. For most patients who want this surgery and don't really have pain, I tell them...
Editor's note: Dr. Cohen's extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHWEST INDIANA
Busy podiatry practice looking for highly-motivated full time associate to start immediately. Located in Northwest Indiana, about 1 hour from Chicago. Email resume to info@friendlyfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE/OWNERSHIP POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Central Florida practice between Orlando and Tampa has opening for Florida licensed practitioner. Owner retiring, will finance purchase of practice with minimal down. Excellent opportunity for someone who can oversee the management of a practice. Gross in the high six figures with expansion potential. Contact acare26@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- LONG BEACH, CA
Seeking a highly motivated, ethical associate to join a well-established practice in Long Beach, CA. Must be comfortable in all aspects of podiatry including surgery, wound care, sports medicine and palliative care. The position is for a part-time leading to full-time based on the associate’s comfort level. Please respond to email dsal826@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY
Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available! We’re a high-volume, diversified, multi-office group practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Great growth for a personable and motivated DPM. Please visitwww.hvfa.com and forward cover letter with CV to info@hvfa.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NYC
Busy surgical podiatry group looking for a part time associate to start immediately. This position can lead to full time work within 6 months. Must be willing to rotate through offices in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. Great opportunity for personal and professional Please contact drlevy@starrettpodiatry.com.
One year CPME-Approved fellowship in WOUND CARE AND TISSUE HEALING immediate opening. Salary: $74,000, for graduates of 3 year podiatric residency. This program is at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, New York. Fellows will treat in-patients as well as out-patients in our Hyperbaric Wound Care Center. Please e-mail your CV and contact information to JTFOOTCARE@GMAIL.COM or call Dr Arnold Hertz at 516-698-2321
ASC STAFF PRIVILEGES AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Fair Lawn ASC (ambulatory surgical center) is accepting applications for staff privileges. NJ license needed. Patient transportation available in the tri state area. Equity buy-in available. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – RITTER PODIATRY CHAIR
PB Ritter chair, lift, back, tilt, and foot hydraulic. All functions working Black upholstery. $750 or best offer please call 212-724-4457 or email drrottenbergsoffice@gmail.com to view chair, click here.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - SOUTHWEST FL
Multilocation multidoctor practice in beautiful Southwest Florida. Practice has grossed over seven figures consistently and currently shows 10-15% growth in revenues with increase in new patients and patient visits. EHR is already implemented with meaningful use criteria met. Practice has been professionally evaluated by Provider Resources. Only serious inquiries to this email address. This is a great practice in Paradise and a good opportunity for the right doctor or doctors. Email to: practiceforsaleswfla@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Doctor retiring. Part-time practice with young patient population. Doing very little surgery in the past few years so practice is ripe for expansion. 20% Medicare. Can stay for introductions. Very reasonably priced. Willing to finance. Please email robharvey18@yahoo.com. Include phone number.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – DELRAY BEACH, FL
Rare opportunity for turn-key practice in Delray Beach, Florida. EMR compliant. All office-based revenue. Full time busy practice. Owner willing to assist with transition as long as needed. Priced to sell. Serious inquires only please. Email for more information: podpractice55@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - DUNEDIN, FLORIDA, TAMPA BAY AREA
Diverse, well established medical/surgical practice with EHR Meaningful Use certified, digital x-ray,ultrasound and Class IV laser. Great patients and loyal staff. Willing to stay as long as needed. Close to the best beaches. Email reply to tampabaypractice@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- DAYTONA BEACH, FL
Established practice in beautiful Daytona Beach Florida for sale. Doctor retiring after 40 years in this location. Practice has included all routine podiatric care, minor surgeries, wound care providing diabetic footwear. Currently a part-time practice, but definitely has full-time potential. Email inquiries to: feetinflorida@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - QUEENS, NEW YORK
Part-time practice for sale. Podiatrist is retiring. This is excellent for a second office or a starter office. Russian speaking podiatrist is a plus. Please call 718-441-8073.
OFFICE FOR SALE - S.E. FLORIDA
20 year old office, South Palm Beach County. Owners looking to semi-retire. Location in very busy section of Delray - Boynton. Serious inquiries only. Asking $175,000. Email reply - Bafamt@aol.com
SPACE TO SHARE - MANHATTAN AND LI
Desirable locations on Upper East Side, Gramercy, the Financial District, and Plainview (North Shore Long Island). Extremity MRI and cat scan available in selected offices. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
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