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Serving Over 22,453 Subscribers Daily
July 31, 2025 #8,073  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
OH Podiatrist Provides Tips to Keep Kids Injury-Free
"With the start of school comes the excitement of fall sports. It also brings a higher risk of injury for young athletes. Foot and ankle injuries are especially common, and the good news is many are preventable with the right preparation. Before the season kicks off, encourage your child to gradually build their activity level through safe, age-appropriate conditioning. This includes bodyweight strength training, agility drills, and balance work — especially focused on the core and lower legs — to support healthy movement patterns and reduce strain on the feet and ankles," says Kayla Schaefer, DPM of Balance Foot & Ankle Wellness Center.
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"Always ease into new sports or higher levels of activity. A sudden spike in training is one of the leading causes of injuries in youth athletes, as it overwhelms muscles, tendons, and joints that haven’t had time to adapt. Dynamic warm-ups before practices and games are key. Focus on ankle mobility, calf flexibility, and balance to prepare the body and prevent injury. Post-activity stretching is equally important — it helps reduce tightness and supports recovery and long-term flexibility. Finally, teach kids to listen to their bodies. Pain is not just “part of the game” — it’s a signal that something may be wrong. When in doubt, early evaluation by a foot and ankle specialist can prevent small problems from becoming season-ending injuries," says Dr. Schaefer.
Source: Medina County City Lifestyle [7/38/25]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Podiatry and Wound Clinics Open in Coshocton Regional Medical Center
Ohio podiatrist John Smilo, DPM has partnered with Coshocton Regional Medical Center to continue his podiatry clinic while addressing what he saw as a critical need in the community. Dr. Smilo recently moved his practice into the west wing of the second floor of the hospital and became co-director of a new wound care clinic, along with Dr. Grant Lewis.
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The wound care center provides personalized treatment for chronic and non-healing wounds, such as diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, pressure sores, and soft-tissue injuries. It includes therapies like debridement and negative pressure wound therapy. Dr. Smilo said every county bordering Coshocton offers such wound care, but it wasn't available locally until now.
Source: Leonard Hayhurst, Coshocton Tribune [7/29/25]
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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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Ways to Boost Collections at Your Practice
Boost your medical practice collections with these proven revenue-cycle tactics that cut denials, speed payments, and keep cash flowing with no extra staff needed.
2. Collect patient balances at check-in
Train front-desk staff to confirm outstanding co-pays or deductibles as soon as patients arrive. Posting signage that “payment is due at the time of service” helps set expectations, and scripting gives staff confidence. In fact, front-office teams that follow this playbook see markedly higher point-of-service collections, according to Physicians Practice.
Source: Keith A. Reynolds, Physicians Practice [7/21/25]
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| FINANCIAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
5 Things to Consider Before Rolling Your 401(k) into a Roth IRA
Converting at least some of an old 401(k) to a Roth IRA can offer long-term tax benefits and retirement flexibility, especially if you anticipate being in a higher tax bracket later or wish to leave a tax-free legacy.
1. What kind of 401(k) do you have? There are two main types of 401(k)s, and the kind you have will affect how a rollover to a Roth IRA is taxed. A traditional 401(k) is funded with pre-tax dollars, which means any amount you roll into a Roth IRA will be treated as taxable income in the year you convert it.
A Roth 401(k), on the other hand, is funded with after-tax dollars. That means you can roll it into a Roth IRA without triggering additional taxes. However, it must stay in a Roth account (you can't roll a Roth 401(k) into a traditional IRA) if you want to preserve its tax-free growth benefits.
Source: Kiplinger
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| CODING & BILLING Q&As FROM THE DOCTORLINE.COM | |
Query: Facility Accreditation and Surety Bonding
I've recently heard that Medicare, in an attempt to combat fraud, is going to institute a yearly facility accreditation and they have also started cracking down on something I never heard of, surety bonding. What is this, and as a DPM, do I require this?
Response from thedoctorline.com: All physicians, including DPMs, are exempt from the Facility Accreditation (FA) and Surety Bond (SB) requirements. However, this exemption applies only as long as you are providing the DMEPOS to your own patients. Once you start filling Rxs from other doctors and that's all you are doing, you have crossed the line, and at that point you may be subject to...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter can be read here. Additional coding and billing questions and responses can be found at thedoctorline.com
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODING & BILLING Q&As FROM THE DOCTORLINE.COM) | |
From: Timothy Messmer, DPM
I agree wholeheartedly with Jeff Root when he said, “I can assure you that it is not economically feasible for a company to make a profit and therefore stay in business selling custom orthoses for forty-five dollars a pair; and comply with the HCPCS definition of custom (i.e., an L3000 device) at the same time.”
Having been in private practice for over 27 years, and now serving as Medical Director for one of the premier custom orthotic laboratories in the world, I can say with confidence that all of us involved in the business of fabricating (truly) custom foot orthoses know what “custom” means and what it does not. Any company or vendor that is promoting what they offer/manufacture as truly custom orthoses knows what the HCPCS definition is for such a device (e.g., L3000).
Custom means the device is made from a plaster or foam or digital replica of the patient’s foot. Labs that use a library system are not creating actual patient-specific custom devices from a positive model of the specific patient’s foot. Taking a device from a library and ‘customizing’ it does not make it a truly custom orthosis either. Labs that take either of these manufacturing paths are choosing to not follow the universally-accepted definition, usually for their own economic gain and hopes of gaining market share.
Perhaps our podiatric organizations as well as publications that receive revenue from these dubious companies should have higher standards for what they will accept from vendors – rather than letting them say/sell whatever they want as long as they pay the advertising bill. We can do better as a profession and for our patients.
Timothy Messmer, DPM, Medical Director, Northwest Podiatric Laboratory
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRIC MEDICAL EDUCATION) | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Dr. Purdy may be correct in stating that one does not need to attend college to make a living, and we are all aware of famous billionaires who achieved success without graduating from college. The problem we are dealing with in PM News is not the guy who forgoes college to become a plumber or electrician. We are facing a serious shortage of applicants to podiatric medical colleges. If the government does cut loans to these applicants, the problem could become far worse.
Expecting most of our podiatric medical colleges to fund loans to applicants is a pipe dream. Our institutions do not have the kinds of endowments that the Harvards and Yales of the world have. Perhaps some of the directors of our podiatric medical colleges could enter this discussion and let us know what percentage of their student population relies on government loans in order to foot their tuition.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM
Thank you, Dr. DiResta, for pointing out the fact that APMA discontinued their sponsorship of the Dartmouth MPH program. I was totally unaware of that, but the fact remains that when it was in place, it provided graduates who went onto non-clinical careers or it simply improved those individual's status in whatever clinical programs they were involved with. Now that Becker's has published the story I wrote about where both MD and DO programs are offering dual programs for medicine and MPH or MBA, perhaps it is time that APMA reassess its importance. Perhaps APMA, if it cannot afford to sponsor this program itself, can partner with other private enterprises which have profited from podiatry well over the years to offer such scholarships to individuals interested in one of these programs.
I have been made aware for some time that APMA has serious financial issues. Having been a member of various committees over the years as well as...
Editor's note: Dr. Kesselman's extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Allows you to run in many gears? |
Source: Agnieszka Krzemyk via Virtual Shoe Museum
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE - PENNSYLVANIA AND MISSOURI
Rapidly expanding podiatrist-run company looking for ethical and responsible podiatrists to service Long Term Care facilities in Pennsylvania and Missouri. Flexible schedules. Generous pay structure. Inquire about other locations as well. Send CV and inquiries to info@thepodiatrycompanyllc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA, FL
Thriving Tampa practice seeks 1099 physician for outpatient surgery and wound care surgery. Flexible schedule, no call, competitive pay, part-time. Florida license required; Board Certified. Spanish a plus. Start ASAP, negotiable. Send CV and cover letter to PNHATampa@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE WITH PARTNERSHIP POTENTIAL! - SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Busy six doctor, well established, state-of-the-art equipped, 2-location practice in Southwest Florida. Seeking a motivated, surgically trained, team player to join our Foot And Ankle family. Unrestricted wide scope of podiatric privileges at two local hospitals with corresponding emergency department call. Full variety of clinical options from sports medicine, wound care, trauma, forefoot/rearfoot/ankle surgical pathology, and professional high risk preventative management. Base salary, incentive bonus schedule, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, uniforms, and all marketing as well as professional dues provided. For more information or interview, contact 941-626-2997 by text.
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Live where others vacation. Practice where excellence is the standard. Monterey is expensive! But arguably best place in the world to live. · World-class golf courses · Legendary surf · Biking iconic 17-Mile Drive, sea level to 2,000 ft · natural beauty of Big Sur · Best Air Quality. The practice is rapidly growing, state-of-the art, full-scope practice exceptional reputation in both the community, WCCs, hospital systems. We understand the lifestyle demands, cost of living in this area—and we are prepared to offer a highly competitive compensation package to attract the best candidate. Send your cv to footankledrs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST OPPORTUNITIES – MULTIPLE STATES
US Foot & Ankle Specialists (USFAS), the nation's largest podiatric group, is hiring! We have immediate and future openings in IL, KY, MD, MO, NC, VA, & WV—ideal for doctors ready now or graduating by 2026. Join a team committed to advanced technology, top-tier care, and long-term growth. Must be licensed or in process. Email cover letter and resume to: recruiting@us-fas.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- GREATER CHICAGO AREA
Mobile multi-physician podiatry group serving Greater Chicago, is looking for full- or part-time associates. All aspects of podiatry. Logistics, billing, instrumentation provided; mileage reimbursement; income projection $250k and up). Please contact by text at 312-375-6430 to set up an interview.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Rare opportunity to practice in thriving Out-of-Network practice in the heart of Manhattan. 200k starting with 35% commission structure. 40 hour week Monday-Friday. Health Benefits, 20 days PTO, no call and great company culture! Board Elig/Cert required with strong surgical skills preferred. Interested and ambitious candidates email your CV to nycfootdoctors@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - QUEENS, NY
Looking for an associate podiatrist for a growing practice. Our podiatric clinic is seeking a skilled and compassionate podiatrist to join our dynamic team. Great staff and flexible hours. Recent graduates welcome. Will help participate with most insurance plans. Offices in the heart of both Manhattan and Queens. Email: newyorkfootdoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LAS VEGAS, NV
Full-time position with well-established practice in Las Vegas. Any experience level is welcome. Competitive compensation and benefits. No mandatory call required. Text (847) 830-7378. E-mail CV to citadeljones@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SWFL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST – NEW JERSEY
Well-established, multi-location New Jersey podiatry practice seeks a motivated, compassionate full-time Doctor to join our growing team. We offer competitive six-figure compensation ($200,000–$250,000+), a sign-on bonus, end-of-year bonus, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid time off, paid malpractice coverage, and a 401(k). Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists and recent graduates to thrive in a high-volume, office-based setting. Expand your clinical skills in a supportive, professional environment. Please send your CV to DPMcareer@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO, IL
Seeking full-time associate to work in our well-established multi-office podiatry practice in Chicago with on-site accredited office-based surgical facility. Must be reliable, personable, and self-motivated. Board qualified or certified with excellent references preferred. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure and benefits. Spanish speaking a plus. Please forward CV to drbetman@footcaredoctors.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST - SAN DIEGO
Now hiring at www.barefeet-podiatry.com. Offering highly competitive compensation as an independent-contractor, flexible schedule, assistants handling administrative work. Cloud-based EHR, equipment/supplies provided, other benefits. Excellent opportunity for both experienced podiatrists & recent graduates. Email: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
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Full scope Florida practice with high hospital census, wound care, innovative office ancillaries for comprehensive patient care in a fast paced atmosphere. Details: www.podiatryinparadise.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – AL, CO, KS, LA, MO, MS, NE, SC, TN & UT
Aria Care Partners is seeking Mobile Podiatrists to work 1-2 days/week in skilled nursing facilities. You will have autonomy and focus on clinical care while we take care of all scheduling and billing. Guaranteed daily base rate plus competitive compensation. Electronic charting and all equipment provided. Make a true difference in an under-served population. New graduates or experienced practitioners are welcome! Email CV to: kcampbell@aria.care
ASSOCIATE POSITION OPEN IN DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
Join our dynamic multi-specialty group, spanning 6 locations in DFW, equipped with cutting-edge technology, physical therapy and an established patient base. Our practice also includes a surgery center. We offer a competitive starting salary with bonus and benefits. Send your CV to Cnunez1940@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE – NASSAU COUNTY, NY
New York Podiatrist retiring: 44 year old practice with equipment included with building Long Island, Nassau County next to Queens county line FOR SALE; zoned for commercial use & residential use; Dental practice & apt rental incomes present. Contact: nassaupodiatry@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CALIFORNIA, SIMI VALLEY
RETIRING AFTER 42 YEARS. CALL O: 805 584-3510, C: 805 732-6309 GREAT POTENTIAL.
43 YEAR PRACTICE FOR SALE - LANCASTER, PA
Large patient base. 3 miles from downtown Lancaster. Large retirement community within a quarter mile. 3 treatment rooms, EMR, plentiful parking and reasonable rent. Exceptional opportunity to step into a turnkey podiatric practice. Owner can assist for few months. Contact: mflinchbaugh@comcast.net
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - ULTRASOUND MACHINE
It is a barely used Konico Minolta HS1 Version 5 ADV Model BOM with L18-4 linear probe. It's on a rolling stand and has foot pedals. Price: $15,000 + shipping if needed. Please email me at DrFinn@FinnFootAndAnkleCenter.com
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OFFICE FOR SALE - CHICAGO DOWNTOWN
Desirable location with significant traffic of patients. Turnkey operation with assets that include all office equipment i.e. chairs, x-ray unit, sterilizer, etc. Ready for a new potential entrepreneur or someone looking to have a second office in high volume of patient area. Selling office for one-year gross collections. Reason for selling is due to other obligations and commitments in hospital administration. Best opportunity for future growth. Call at 312-315-3055 or email to T7S8H61@GMAIL.COM
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