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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,334 Subscribers Daily
July 22, 2016 #5,714  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL | |
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
TUSPM Houses Shoe Museum
For lovers of history or shoes, Temple University has a collection that will knock your socks off, a hidden gem in the middle of Center City. Temple University's School of Podiatry created the collection 40 years ago for the Bicentennial Celebration, and it is a visual ode to footwear with shoes housed in cases and cases that line the school's corridors on 8th Street.
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Lucille Ball's shoes in TUSPM Museum |
"That's the highest high heel that we have," says curator Barbara Williams as she shows the collection to a group of visitors. She is both tour guide and resident shoe expert. "These I love," she says as she shows off famous shoes from ballets, Broadway and television, "these are Lucy's."
Source: WABC6-TV [7/16/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Discusses Ingrown Nails
The best way to deal with an ingrown toenail is to keep one from forming in the first place. Unlike fingernails, which you can shape however you want to (be they square, oval, “squoval,” stiletto, whatever), toenails should have one shape and one shape only: straight across. “Rounding the edges, or the ‘corners’ of your nails, or cutting your nail too short can lead to ingrown toenails,” says New York-based podiatrist Dr. Suzanne Levine.
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Dr. Suzanne Levine |
And if you’re squeezing your feet into too-small shoes, you’re basically asking for ingrown nails. Keep an eye on your big toes, which is where they most often appear. If your ingrown nail begins to look swollen, red, or generally inflamed, it’s time to call in a podiatrist, Levine says, because at that point, you might need surgery.
Source: Deanna Pai, Fox News [7/21/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
GPs and DPMs Both Play Important Roles in Foot Care: NV Podiatrist
It may not always be clear if it’s better to see a foot doctor or a general practitioner for a foot concern, but both can be important when it comes to providing care, according to Timothy M. Mooney, doctor of podiatric medicine, who is board certified in podiatric surgery and a podiatrist with Northern Nevada Medical Group.
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Dr. Timothy Mooney |
If patients have foot issues and their insurance allows them to make an appointment without a referral, they can go directly to a podiatrist, he said. However, if a patient’s health insurance requires a referral, or if patients have several health issues to discuss, or if they are not quite sure if their issue is foot-related, they may want to start with a general practitioner, said Dr. Mooney. “Both play an important role,” he said.
Source: Maggie O'Neill, Reno Gazette-Journal [7/20/16]
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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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| CMS NEWS | |
CMS Says $42 Billion Saved with Fraud Prevention, Provider Screening Efforts
The CMS saved about $42 billion in fiscal years 2013 and 2014 through program integrity efforts, according to a report to Congress released Wednesday. The CMS attributed the savings to increased provider enrollment and screening standards as well as fraud prevention efforts established by the Affordable Care Act.
Fraud prevention efforts accounted for about 68% of the savings in fiscal 2013 and nearly 74% in fiscal 2014. A July 2015 report found that fraud prevention had identified or prevented $820 million in inappropriate payments since it was implemented in June 2011.
Source: Shannon Muchmore, Modern Healthcare [7/20/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
MACRA, MIPS, and APMs — Are You Ready? - Part 7
APMs
If your practice chooses to participate in an Alternative Payment Model (APM) rather than MIPS, here are two key points to consider:
1. Transitioning to a new payment entity
In addition to MIPS, MACRA has created new opportunities for physicians to develop and participate in alternative payment models, or APMs.
If you participate in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO), Clinically Integrated Network (CIN), or other entity that applies and qualifies as an APM, contact your entity's administrators to ascertain what plans are being made to meet the new model. Even though quality measures and criteria are still being defined by CMS, most organizations are already planning a clear direction.
Source: Susanne Madden, Physicians Practice [7/6/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommendations for AFO Vendors
Can anyone recommend a couple of AFO vendors to our office? We are looking around for a new vendor.
Erica, Office of Ankle N Foot Centers, Chicago, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS EMPLOYMENT ISSUES) | |
Query: Per Diem Rate
We have a doctor in the practice who will be taking maternity leave. This will require us to find additional coverage for the office. Can anyone provide us with the going rate for per diem physicians or suggestions to pay the covering doctors in a different way?
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Surgery Denial Question
Our doctor saw a patient a day BEFORE his surgery for routine foot care (billed CPT 11056, CPT 11721). We billed the surgery CPT 28293-79-RT and CPT 28293-79-59-LT. We are getting a CO-151 (payment adjusted because the payer deems the information submitted does not support this many/frequency of service denials.
Staff, Neil Kelley, DPM, Fortuna, CA
Response: The performance of routine foot care the day before surgery should not impact the surgical coding. The problem, as I see it, is your coding. I suggest CPT 28293-50 at 1 unit.
CPT 28293 is designated bilateral coding by Medicare, which does not allow for separate line billing of bunionectomy codes. Also, you do need need the "-79" modifier, unless you are in a separate global period for a surgery previously done.
Harry Goldsmith, DPM, Cerritos, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Bryan C. Markinson, DPM
The podiatrist who posted this query seems to have laid out a very good description of low grade chronic implant rejection. I advise an ultrasound-guided needle biopsy of the granulation tissue for histologic analysis. This may give insight as to whether or not implant rejection is in play here.
Bryan C. Markinson, DPM, NYC, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Kermit Tesoro via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Successful, growing, full-scope practice with offices in Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura, and Santa Barbara seeking a full time podiatrist with excellent patient skills to add to our team. Competitive salary and benefits offered including health insurance and 401K. Potential for partnership. Please send CV to Kelly@footsurgeon.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
Houston area practice with three offices seeks full-time associate. Must be board certified/board eligible, competent in all aspects of podiatry, ready for immediately busy schedule including surgery, wound care, hospital medicine. Practice uses state-of-the-art EMR, digital x-rays, in-house physical therapy and shockwave treatment. Competitive salary, benefits. Send CV to houstonfootdr@yahoo.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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We’re growing and need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
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
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 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - ASSORTED SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS
Osada Pedo 30W with cable and rotary hand piece, Cast cutter with blades. Contact ksherkin@gmail.com
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
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.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - ARIZONA
East Valley 25 year established practice for immediate sale. 2 well equipped offices, turnkey operation. Net collections 200k+. Ideal for 1 ambitious provider, 2 can work both offices simultaneously. Huge growth potential, fantastic referral sources. New leases avail, 1 newly remodeled office with Family Practice in-house. EMR (Healthfusion) avail. 2 xray, US, many chairs, computers, instruments. Website, monument signage incl. Ownership in expanding ASIC, ED call at 2 major hospitals avail. Only 22% MCR. Provider will stay for transition. Experienced office mgr. and certified staff willing to stay. SERIOUS Inquires ONLY for immediate sale. Reply to: AZpodpractice@aol.com
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
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