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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,317 Subscribers Daily
July 19, 2016 #5,711  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
IA Podiatrist Joins Mercy Medical Center
Mercy Medical Center has announced the addition of a second podiatry clinic. David Wanner, DPM will begin seeing patients at the Mercy Specialty Clinic and performing surgery at the hospital. Dr. Wanner specializes in surgical and non-surgical treatments of the foot and ankle.
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Dr. David Wanner |
A graduate of Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine in Chicago, he completed a podiatric residency at Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo. He currently works for Ottumwa Foot and Ankle.
Source: Daily Iowegian [7/18/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist's Foundation Donates Teddy Bears to Orlando
Heavenly Productions Foundation, a charitable organization founded by Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon and based in Armonk, will be donating and shipping 200 teddy bears and Heavenly Lullababies CDs to Orlando Medical Center in Orlando, Florida in honor of the 49 innocent people killed recently and 53 people injured during the Orlando nightclub massacre.
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Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon (4th from left) |
The teddy bears and Heavenly Lullababies CDs will be distributed to children in the pediatric ward and babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Source: Ken Davis, Armonk Daily Voice [7/10/16]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: The nail plate has been a barrier to get the antifungal medication to where the fungus is. Telll us about a new technology to overcome this treatment obstacle?
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Dr. Rolf Thomas |
Rolf Thomas, PhD: As a biomedical engineer, I developed a drill that senses when the drill tip penetrates the nail plate and stops. This will allow a podiatrist to drill small holes, 0.4 mm in diameter. It's through these portals that physicians can use medication to treat the fungal disease.
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Dr. Stuart Goldman |
Meet the Masters airs live every Tuesday night. This week's guest is Dr. Stuart Goldman, author of Walking Well Again. You can register for this or future events by clicking here.
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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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| MACRA UPDATE | |
Holy MACRA! Half of Docs Have Never Heard of Medicare Payment Reform
Half of non-pediatric physicians have never heard of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015—a new CMS payment plan that will put 4% or more of their Medicare reimbursement at risk beginning in 2019, according to a new survey by Deloitte. With CMS preparing final rules this autumn, just 21% of self-employed or small-group physicians and 9% of physicians employed by hospitals or larger groups were even somewhat familiar with the pending reimbursement changes, the survey showed.
Physicians with a high share of Medicare payments were just as clueless about MACRA as those with lesser exposures, Deloitte found. The consultancy surveyed 600 physicians through its Deloitte Center for Health Solutions. Physicians and other clinicians have been caught flat-footed by the “transformational” changes portended by MACRA because for 20 years they have heard about major impending Medicare reforms that never came to fruition, said Anne Phelps, Deloitte principal and U.S. healthcare regulatory leader.
Source: Dave Barkholz, Modern Healthcare [7/14/16]
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
TSRI Study Finds Gene Crucial to Keeping Tendons Healthy
A new study by The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) reveals a gene crucial in keeping tendons healthy. Scientists at TSRI are working to investige how tendons develop and stay healthy in the first place. “If we understand the molecular mechanisms of tendon development, we can apply the findings to develop a new regenerative therapy for tendon diseases and injuries,” said Hiroshi Asahara, a professor of molecular and experimental medicine at TSRI with joint appointments at Tokyo Medical and Dental University and the Japan Science and Technology Agency.
Now a new study from Asahara and his colleagues reveals the role of a gene called Mkx in maintaining and strengthening tendons in animal models. This gene also appears to prevent a debilitating tendon condition called “ossification.” The findings, published as the cover article in the July 12 edition of the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), may bring doctors closer to one day using gene therapies to grow and repair tendons.
Source: Scripps Research Institute News [7/18/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
MACRA, MIPS, and APMs — Are You Ready? - Part 4
2C. The Advancing Care Information (ACI) component will change several things about Meaningful Use measures:
• Simplifies reporting requirements for "Health Information Exchange" and "Public Health and Clinical Data Registry" reporting measures to a simple yes/no attestation.
• Eliminates the 90-day reporting period for first-time attestations, instead requiring a full calendar year reporting period for all stages and all providers.
Source: Susanne Madden, Physicians Practice [7/6/16]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Nursing Home Nail Care
As I understand it, a nursing home patient or the family may request foot care without an order from the primary physician. Does the patient or family have to request foot care in writing every time?
Jennifer, Office of Charles Perry, DPM, Cambridge, OH
Response: That is correct, although most providers forget this. Note, though, that is true for a nursing home patient, but not a skilled nursing bed (SNF) patient (Medicare Part A stay).
An SNF patient is like an inpatient hospital patient - they cannot request their own care. And, no, to question 2, as in a regularly ordered patient, once you see a patient, you have a doctor-patient relationship, and may see the patient as you see fit for medical necessity. There has never been any rule that each separate visit must be ordered by an MD/DO.
Richard Rettig, DPM, Philadelphia, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Mike Boxer, DPM
The picture submitted showing a "chronic onychia" is the classical appearance of a monilial paronychia. Topical Nystatin cream should cure the problem.
Mike Boxer, DPM, Woodmere, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Walking Well Again, By Stuart Goldman, DPM
From: Richard Willner, DPM
Very few books are "game changers", that is, they change your thinking about your day to day practice life. Stu Goldman just published an 'overnight" success story, one that was some 25 years in development. Stu lays it out there. He says that if his technique does not initially work, the odds are that it won't work. But, if it works, you have done a wonderful thing, and you can take full credit for it. Share your success with your neurology friends, or the orthopedists, and they will be scratching their heads wondering how you got great results.
Look at the incredible testimonials on the cover and the inside. Those testimonials were earned by the keen original observations from Stu Goldman. This is a polished book, especially for the first edition. I suspect that the physicians who wrote the testimonials for this book also improved and expanded this book so it is such an outstanding read. I have ranked this Goldman book as a 10 on the 5 scale! It's that outstanding! I urge you to buy the book and to experience the gratitude of your patients.
Richard Willner, DPM, New Orleans, LA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP |
RE: Outrageous Feet of the Day
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A side-effect of wearing crocs! |
Source: Dr. Jackie Sutera
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Immediate part-time position available (2-3 days a week). Excellent opportunity to join a busy practice with an in-office Ambulatory Surgical Suite in Chicago, IL. Hospital privileges available at 2 local hospitals with resident coverage. The associate role would involve a wide range of patients including: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports and work-related injuries. Excellent opportunity for a driven personable person. Please e-mail Cover letter and CV to: wkcastle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Immediate Full-time Opening for Podiatrist in Frederick, Maryland. Great opportunity to join state of the art group practice. Generous salary and benefits package with productivity bonus. Partnership opportunities available. Please email your CV to drsteinberg@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE WANTED IMMEDIATELY - NAPLES FLORIDA
Doctor retiring. Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call at all 4 hospitals. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner Email CV to Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com.
ASSOCIATE FULL TIME POSITION – PHILADELPHIA AND PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Large Multi-specialty practice looking for motivated full time non-surgical podiatrist. 40/hr/week. Office-based practice with multiple locations treating musculoskeletal / sports medicine patients. No palliative care. Must have Pennsylvania license or have passed PM-Lexis. Board certification or eligibility required. Excellent Salary with Full Benefits (Health, 401K, CME allowance) Partnership Opportunity. Please forward a cover letter, CV and availability to Podiatrist@job4u.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail the following: Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- LONG ISLAND, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Central/Eastern Suffolk County seeks full/part time associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net.
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Hours are flexible. Excellent compensation. Please e-mail CV to nk210@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH EAST TEXAS
Immediate opportunity for a podiatrist with at least 3 years of training to join our practice. We are looking for someone who is motivated, ethical, and personable. We currently have 3 offices, and are offering competitive salary plus benefits with the potential for partnership. Must be BC or BQ by ABFAS. Current TX/AR podiatry license preferred, but not required. Candidates should email their CV and letter of interest to: advancedfootandanklecare@yahoo.com
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Immediate part-time position available (2-3 days a week). Excellent opportunity to join a busy practice with an in-office Ambulatory Surgical Suite in Chicago, IL. Hospital privileges available at 2 local hospitals with resident coverage. The associate role would involve a wide range of patients including: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports and work-related injuries. Excellent opportunity for a driven personable person. Please e-mail Cover letter and CV to: wkcastle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS- HOME FOOT CARE, INC
We are looking for podiatrists to visit home patients in these areas: Los Angeles, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, San Bernardino/Riverside, and Palm Springs/Palm Desert, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, EMR. email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com. check us out @ www.footdocs2u.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@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS
Looking to start your own practice, relocate? This successful KC metro area practice is a great opportunity for you. Patients scheduled. Fully equipped 1600 sq ft office. No Traknet license fee due-just assume monthly support fees. Seller will pay first month rent. Contact Mike Crosby at mcrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CHICAGO, IL
Busy practice for sale. A huge potential for growth, both home visits and office patients. Turn-key condition, equipment available for sale, and if needed the lease can be extended at the same location. Currently caring for approximately 1200 patients. Would prefer to sell by October 2016. Willing to introduce to business connections. If interested please email podiatry_123@yahoo.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MULTI RADIANCE MEDICAL LASER
MR4 LaserStim with 25,000 mW of power. Purchased in 2015 for $12,000, excellent condition. Rolling cart included. Asking $6,000. Please email stcpod@att.net.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
3 Midmark 417 Podiatry Chairs $3,500 each, 2 4 drawer and 1 stationary Midmark treatment cabinets $900 each, Autoclaves 1 Pelton Crane $1,200, 1 Midmark M9 $1,700, PAD Net Vascular testing device $8,000, New Med 7000 i Vascular Analyzer $1,000, Birtcher Hyfercator $500, 2 Burdick Ultrasound units $600 each Call (239) 566-8800 or email Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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