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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,004 Subscribers Daily
July 15, 2015 #5,419  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Wearing Flip-Flops Can Lead to a Host of Foot Problems: MA Podiatrist
“If you wear flip-flops for a long period of time, the lack of support can lead to stress and strain on joints and tendons,” said Dr. John M. Giurini, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital’s chief of podiatry in an online article.
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Dr. John Giurini |
“If you have a mechanically unsound foot to begin with, wearing flip-flops can actually lead to a host of lower extremity problems, such as arch pain, heel pain, ankle pain, or knee pain.”
Source: Stephanie Turner, Aiken Standard [7/12/15]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Podiatrist Returns to His Community to Open a Practice
The Manteca medical community has a new homegrown podiatrist, Jack A. Harvey, DPM. Dr. Harvey is a graduate of Manteca High School. He attended the California School of Podiatric Medicine. Harvey just completed a three-year residency within the Kaiser Hospital system involving everything in foot care from trauma and diabetic care to treating infections that might develop and need to be controlled.
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In the Kaiser system out of Vallejo, he rotated through four different hospitals. During his residency he received valuable experience and an education in treating club feet in children, he said. “Family is what I love,” he quipped, saying he looks forward to treating children as well as the adults who come to him.
Source: Glenn Kahl, Manteca Bulletin [7/12/15]
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| HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
VA Provider Equity Act Introduced
On July 9, HR 3016, the VA Provider Equity Act was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation would recognize podiatrists serving in the Veterans Health Administration under the Physicians and Dentists authority. Rep. Brad Wenstrup, DPM drafted the bill as the culmination of a long-term lobbying effort which was conducted in response to Resolution 17-11, which seeks to resolve long-standing recruitment and retention problems for podiatric physicians at the VA.
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Recognition under the Physicians and Dentists authority will not only ensure that podiatrists are paid at the physician level within the VA, but that individual facilities will have the tools necessary to effectively and efficiently recruit and retain the most experienced providers. This recognition will also ensure that podiatrists enjoy the same responsibilities and opportunities as their allopathic and osteopathic colleagues within the VA.
Source: NYSPMA Bulletin [7/13/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND E-HEALTH | |
AZ Podiatrist Helps Lead Charge Against ‘Medjacking’
It’s the stuff of primetime TV drama – terrorists hack into a vice president’s pacemaker and assassinate him with electrical shocks to the heart. While the storyline is a work of fiction, the potential for “medjacking” – or malicious medical device hacking – is real. David Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD, professor, University of Arizona Department of Surgery, is joining forces with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. National Security Council, NASA. and other government agencies and industry leaders to create strategies to keep the world safe from medjacking.
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Dr. Armstrong is the lone medical academician on the Cybersecurity Standard for Connected Diabetes Devices Steering Committee, which meets for the first time July 20-21 in Bethesda, MD. While devices associated with diabetes are the initial focus, Armstrong said the committee is expected to examine the security of other medical devices. “As connected devices become more pervasive and powerful, the potential for malicious medical device hacking is becoming increasingly real,” Armstrong said.
Source: Jo Marie Barkley, The Arizona Health Sciences Center [7/13/15]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: Should we be measuring for equinus in patients' normal footgear or barefoot?
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Drs. Patrick DeHeer and Nick Campitelli |
Nick Campitelli: This has always been a concern with me. We work to stretch the Achilles tendon or lengthen it with the goal of getting the foot to dorsiflex to 10 degrees, and then we put the foot in shoes that have 8-16mm shoe drop.
Patrick DeHeer: The literature is full of studies (26 studies) of plantar fasciitis with equinus. Studies show 80% of patients with plantar fasciitis have equinus. There have been four peer- reviewed studies in orthopedic literature that show doing a gastric resection to treat plantar fasciiitis without touching the foot have approximately 80% success rates. I have been doing this for a few years and I am noticing similar results.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
10 Apps Physicians Should be Using Now - Part 2
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TigerText |
2. TigerText
TigerText is valuable in our daily work flow by providing a reliable and effective tool for communicating time-sensitive patient information on the go, which is crucial in a hospital environment. Use it for everything from sending radiology and diagnostic images to communicating prescription dose adjustments and approving patient discharges. With a secure way to communicate with multiple caregivers and care teams at once, TigerText helps facilitate safer and more effective patient care. - Mike Minks
Source: JoAnna Haugen, Physicians Practice [7/9/15]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Post-Operative Ulcer
If following an amputation, the patient develops an ulcer at the site of the amputation, is the treatment of the ulcer billable? Or is it considered a complication following the surgical procedure?
James Holdermann, DPM, Medford, OR
Response: The answer may depend on the payer and what needs to be done to treat the ulcer. For Medicare, it would probably be lumped into the global period. If the post-op ulcer care is more of a local dressing type treatment, then it may be not payable outside the global allowance. If you had to return to the operating room, then that would be payable and the global period resets.
Payment of ulcer supplies, dressing material, skin substitutes should be pre-authorized as best you can. You may want to enlist the help of home healthcare agencies to render some of the "post-op' ulcer care and take some of the strain off your office.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Avoid the Sugar Crush
From: Hal Ornstein, DPM
Two years ago, I developed chronic pain in my shoulders and both upper extremities, and was feeling cold in the midst of summer in New Jersey while also feeling what one would call depression with difficulty sleeping. I searched for answers, visiting multiple top-rated medical specialists over several months with no answers and no treatments other than medication to control the neuritis and sleeping issues. For months, I went for physical therapy, yoga, massage, and acupuncture, and with all this, I had little relief and started losing hope.
A naturopath was recommended to me. After taking a short history and reviewing years of blood work, he hit the nail on the head. I had a systemic candida infection with...
Editor's note: Dr. Ornstein's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PRACTICE MANAGEMENT) | |
From: Brian Kashan, DPM
In reading the responses to possible solutions for reducing no-shows, several people have suggested charging the patient's credit card. The information is obtained when the appointment is made, and if the patient doesn't show, a charge is submitted.
While this seems to address the issue quite well, there is additional risk with this type of transaction. Once you store credit card information, you have a responsibility to protect this information. There are HIPAA requirements and responsibilities that come with storage of credit card information. I suggest that, if one decides to use this method, they research the requirements and any possible data breach protocol required. As fines for not protecting this information adequately are exorbitant, it behooves everyone to research this, consult with the appropriate data security people, and determine what the requirements are in your particular area.
Brian Kashan, DPM, Baltimore, MD
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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And you thought your shoes were torture! |
These shoes reflect the game of control between the sexes, 2015. The foot is placed in a high hill position inside a 'torture splint'. In a process of incarcerating ritual, the shoe is assembled around the foot.
Source: Maayan Eisner, Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - BRONX, NY
NYNJ Foot and Ankle Associates Is now hiring a part-time DPM. Please fax CV and cover letter to (718) 547 – 9232 Or email: nynjfootandankle@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ORANGE COUNTY NY
Looking for highly motivated surgical trained podiatrist in Orange County, NY (West Point area). Hospital, wound center and surgical center affiliated. It is a busy practice that covers hospital inpatients, Wound Care Center, and takes ER calls. The applicant has to be trained in all foot surgery and be able to handle advanced diabetic wound care. This position is a part-time position that will cover the office only. It may lead to a full-time position. The practice is an 1 hour car ride from NYC and is close to hiking, fishing, skiing and state parks. Please email CV and contact info to clsp4@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PHOENIX ARIZONA
Seeking an associate in group practice. Board Qualified/Certified. Motivated, ethical, hard working. Established 30+ year old practice with diverse patient demographics. Large referral Base. Letter/CV to:phxbaba@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTHERN VIRGINIA
This unique practice offers a great opportunity for an individual to service 75 senior and special needs facilities. Compensation is productivity-based for an ethical, personable, self-motivated individual with good people skills and a commitment to quality care. Position leading to partnership for the right individual. Send CV to: DrBob272@aol.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA PANHANDLE
Immediate position available for hard-working, motivated individual in a well-established practice. Equal mix of primary care and surgery. Excellent opportunity to get on all insurance panels. Board qualified/Certified with ABPS preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please email CV and letter of interest to kmoore@feetareneat.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Progressive practice in MD, suburban DC in need of surgically trained associate preferably with practice experience. State-of-the-art practice includes EMR, laser, ER privileges, ASC, etc. Excellent salary/benefit package with opportunity for partnership. Email cover letter and CV to mdpodiatry@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND, NY
Well-established practice (+30 years) on the South Shore. EMR, digital x-ray, flouroscopy, diagnostic ultrasound, Doppler, 4 computerized treatment rooms. Treating all aspects of podiatry: Surgical and non-surgical, adults, children, geriatrics, trauma, routine, and diabetics. Active at hospital and surgery center. Long established excellent rapport with local specialists Seeking a 3 year PMSR/RRA trained, personable, ethical, high motivated individual who is willing to go above and beyond for their patient and the practice. PT/FT position for the right individual. Salary with productivity-based bonuses, with the intentionof taking over the practice in a few years. Please send CV to Soledr@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DOTHAN ALABAMA AREA
Personable, hard-working energetic podiatrist needed for practice in Dothan or Birmingham, Alabama. Must be surgically trained. Experience preferred. Send email to Cahabapodiatry1@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- LOS ANGELES
Full time position in private practice, located in Los Angeles area. All aspects of podiatry, including surgery, orthopedics, diabetic foot care and general foot care. Looking for eventual practice buy in/partnership. Competitive Salary and benefits. Email cover letter and CV to dpmclinic@yahoo.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - FULL-TIME NEW JERSEY
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs, Can you handle a challenge? Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: njfootankle@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO
Full-time position in Chicago; start date - end of July. Office and housecalls ; salary base and incentive for office work plus 50% of collection for housecalls . $140-150K net; mileage allowance and malpractice are paid; additional benefits can be considered. Partnership track is available . If interested, contact: chipod12@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PADNET MACHINE
Purchased in 2011 and in like new condition as it was hardly used. Great price! Please email APDPMS@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS CITY METRO CITY- KANSAS
Patients will be waiting when you assume this established, successful, Kansas practice in a Kansas City Metro area city that offers the perfect blend for a great quality of life and rewarding career. The practice provides a full array of adult and pediatric services. RFC less than 10 percent. Revised scope of practice offers additional levels of surgical care opportunities for qualified physician. High level of patient and physician referrals. Strong commercial insurance mix. Traknet EHR. Well-trained office staff. Equipment purchased- no leasing. Owner would assist buyer in practice transition. Contact Mike Crosby at MCrosby518@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEW YORK, MANHATTAN
Established Fifth Avenue practice and professional space for sale. Greenwich Village "white glove building". Office has been at this location for over 35 years. Practice encompasses surgery to C&C. Hospital and surgery center privileges available. EHR. Contact: luckyfeet@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – TAMPA, FL
Well established busy South Tampa practice for sale. Strong referral base and excellent reputation in Tampa's prime location. Outstanding web presence. Excellent cash generating practice. Modern and up-to-date. EMR. Lasers. digital xray. ultrasound. EPAT. C-Arm. Equipped for in-office procedures. Next door to HCA hospital. Email Joe@advancedpodiatrytampa.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - NEWTOWN, CT
Busy practice grossing 290k on 3 days a week. Extremely low overhead. Beautiful office building with Traknet EHR. Practice shares space and staff with 6 MDs. Amazing referral base and growth potential. All surgery and DME is currently referred out. Won't last!! Inquiries contact Samalsal@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 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 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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