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August 05, 2019 #6,476  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
We encourage you to participate in this year's important annual survey. Completing this anonymous survey provides us with valuable data, which we will publish in the February 2020 issue of Podiatry Management. It also makes you eligible to win thousands of dollars worth of valuable prizes. Enter by completing this confidential survey and providing your e-mail address in the comments section on the last page of the survey. The earlier you enter, the more chances you have to win.
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***This is also your opportunity to vote for the next DPM and non-DPM inductees into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
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| PROMOTING PODIATRY AS A CAREER | |
Scouts from Around the World Discover Podiatric Medicine at Jamboree
Bruce Blank, DPM (OH) led the effort to have a “Future of Podiatric Medicine Exhibit Tent” at the 24th World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia in July 2019. The Exhibit’s Medical Directors Drs. Blank, Jason Harrill (AZ) and Robb Mothershed (NC), followed through on the vision of introducing Scouts from around the world to the field of podiatric medicine and surgery as a career choice. Scouts and leaders were able to learn about Today’s Podiatrist through hands-on experiences with instruments used in surgery and to learn about a large variety of conditions treated both non-surgically and surgically by DPMs. During the 10-day exhibit, volunteer DPMs introduced over 600 scouts to podiatric medicine and surgery.
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(L-R) Drs Seth Rubenstein, Michael Ball, Janet Simon, and Bruce Blank at the Future of Podiatric Medicine Exhibit Tent at the 24th World Scout Jamboree |
DPMs from across the country who volunteered for the exhibit tent included: Drs Michael Ball (FL), Kathryn Bosia (WV), Leslie Campbell (TX), Brian Damitz (IN), James Holfinger (OH), Larry Kosova (IL), Ushita Patel (VA), Hai Pham (OH), Marlene Reid (IL), Seth Rubenstein (VA), Janet Simon (NM), and Luke Vetti (VA). College Staff and Faculty from Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine (Dave Fletcher), Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (Angela Dessables) and New York College of Podiatric Medicine (Anthony Iorio, DPM ) also participated in the exhibit tent along with staff from the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine (AACPM).
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
TX Podiatrist is Chairman of SAHA’s Board of Commissioners
The San Antonio Housing Authority (SAHA) announced Thursday that its board of commissioners approved $486 million to build and pursue financing for 14 affordable housing developments in the San Antonio area. Of the money, $44 million will go toward redeveloping Alazan Courts, the oldest public housing property in the U.S. The San Antonio Housing Authority (SAHA) will issue bonds for some of the financing and is working with developers for other parts.
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Dr. Morris Stribling |
“We received a call to action from the Housing Policy Task Force to increase the affordable housing options in San Antonio, and I’m proud to announce we are fulfilling and even exceeding that promise,” Morris A. Stribling, DPM, Chairman of SAHA’s Board of Commissioners said, “While SAHA has always sought new innovative ways to finance new affordable housing developments, we are particularly overjoyed of the nearly half a billion in investments that today’s Board decision vote means for the City of San Antonio.”
Source: Cameron Songer, KENS News [8/1/10]
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
FL Podiatrist Appointed to 3 AASCP Committees
The American Academy of Stem Cell Physicians (AASCP) has appointed Pedro M. Abrantes, DPM as the chair of the podiatry division under the specialty advisory committee. Dr. Abrantes will also be taking part in the Ethical Committee as well as on the Peer Review Team.
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Dr. Pedro Abrantes |
Dr. Abrantes lectured on osteochondral lesions and regenerative medicine at the recent AASCP Clinical Practice Course. He will be lecturing on “Olmsted Syndrome: severe manifestations treated with xenografts, PRP, and amniotic injections” at this weekend's AASCP Scientific Congress and Workshops in Miami, FL.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
6 Ways to Improve Your Revenue Cycle Management - Part 1
Although most practices have little control over patient coverage types, they can better mitigate financial risk by understanding all the components that impact revenue. Here are six ways to improve your practice’s RCM reimbursement tactics.
1. Conduct a contract inventory - Obtain copies of all your payer agreements and current fee schedules. Managed care contracts are also critical to the health and well-being of your practice. These contracts affect payment, the way you practice medicine, where your patients may receive care, and patient financial responsibility; yet a majority of practices have little or no understanding of the terms to which they have agreed.
Source: Brian Bellamy, Physicians Practice [7/22/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Routine Nail Care LCD
I know that the routine nail care LCD has been retired, but before that, we could have a “date last seen” 6 months prior to being seen or 30 days after we see patients. I’m now getting rejections for Palmetto stating that the date cannot be a future date. Did something change that I’m not aware about?
Miranda H, Wichita, KS
The National Coverage Determination states that when the patient qualifies via the “Routine Foot Care” pathway, and the qualifying diagnosis has an asterisk, the patient needs to have been seen by the MD or DO managing that qualifying diagnosis in the last 6 months. There is no mention of a future date.
Jeffrey D Lehrman, DPM, CPC, Fort Collins, CO
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Proper Techniques for Traditional X-Ray Film
There are still many offices using traditional x-rays. We use an older, but properly functioning, X-Cel unit and a Hope automatic processor. Both units are well-maintained and serviced monthly. The quality of our foot films is excellent, but our ankle views are under-penetrated despite changes in technique. We were told that the intensifying screens have a limited lifetime and should be replaced. We recently purchased new 10x12 cassettes with intensifying screens (Medlink, blue, 800).
I need a recommendation for developing proper and reliable techniques (time, mA, and kVp) for our new cassettes. There must be an easy reference or YouTube video to help make this task easier. Our original techniques do not work with our new cassettes.
Greg Caringi, DPM, Lansdale, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Simon Young, DPM
Adding healthier people to this pool might result in lower costs. But "Medicare for all" will result in a government program and when government runs out of money, they usually cut medical, school, arts and sciences, sports, and school lunches.
Listening to the debates, I think a Medicare public option will be the correct path, and let private insurances compete. Private insurances made (according to Sen. Bernie Sanders) $100 billion stealing from doctors and stealing more from DPMs. I have no pity for these middlemen. These middlemen have harmed a lot of private practitioners and, in my opinion, are intent on burying private practice for hospital-based treatment.
Simon Young, DPM, NY, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: David Gurvis, DPM
While neither solidly pro nor against “Medicare for all”, I would ask Dr. Hrywnak to back up some of his statements. A few pro and cons as I see them, in no particular order.
While true that Medicare as it is now handles the older population from the young healthy 70 year old to the chronically ill 65 year old, that would change as it would then include the young and healthy as well as the older and ill and everyone in between. As always, the young or the healthy would fund the ill.
As to taxes, yes, they would go up and in many cases...
Editor's note: Dr. Gurvis' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What a modern day flapper would wear? |
Source: KUULA + JYLHÄ via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Well established practice is looking to expand and have eventual partner and possible even transition to possible buyout. Compensation along with 401K, health insurance, malpractice, vacation, etc. Looking for pleasant person, who is desiring to become rearfoot and ankle certified along with skills in wound care and general foot-care. We have a large referral base and new office, digital x-ray, lasers, EMR, etc. Please send CV to scfootdoc@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE- KY, NJ, UPSTATE NY, MN AND PA
Rapidly expanding company serving Skilled Nursing Facilities, Nursing Homes, and Assisted Living Centers is looking for doctors for positions in Norwich, Schenectady and Cooperstown, NY, Southern New Jersey, Eastern Kentucky, Minnesota and Eastern Pennsylvania. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LAS VEGAS, NV
Are you looking for an opportunity where the sky is the limit? Are you interested in a bright future, then our long-standing, busy, and very reputable practice in exciting Las Vegas, Nevada might just be for you! Our practice is diversified and consist of, at risk foot care, sport injuries, trauma, biomechanics, and surgery. Candidate must be eager to work hard, ethical, and preferably surgically trained. Our mentors will provide the rest! Serious inquiries only. Please reply and send resume to nevadafas@gmail.com in order to set up an interview.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DC METRO AREA
Well-rounded private practice in DC Metro Area seeking motivated, hardworking and ethical part-time or full-time associate with good bedside manner. Includes inpatient, outpatient and assisted living facilities. Strong diabetes and sports medicine population. Practice with EMR, digital x-ray, 3-D orthotic scanning, DME, laser. Email: Admin@insteppodiatrycenter.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MONTANA
Growing podiatry group in Missoula seeking associate for full time position. Must be ABFAS qualified or certified. Partnership opportunity for motivated individual. Minimal call requirements. Look for a promising future and work-life-balance in a growing University town with endless recreational opportunities. Submit CV and cover letter to: westernmontanafootandankle@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Multi-specialty wound care and reconstructive surgery group hiring podiatrists to our growing family. Our practice treats wounds within inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunity for general podiatry cases in brand new surgery center. Benefits include health insurance, 401k plan, and paid vacation time. Salary and bonus structure. E-mail woundcaredocs@gmail.com with CV.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (LONG BEACH)
Established busy practice looking for a full time podiatrist. This special doctor should be personal, teachable, motivated and independent. Must be willing to learn a Holistic approach to foot and ankle care. Please submit a CV with a cover letter and three professional references to PodiatristLB@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a part-time podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com , should you have any further questions you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA
Home Foot Care, Inc. Mobile Podiatrists needed to see homebound patients in San Bernardino/Riverside, Lancaster/Palmdale, Ventura/Oxnard, Los Angeles/San Fernando Valley. Choose your own days/hours, excellent monthly compensation, cloud-based EHR, dedicated support staff. If interested, email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com our website: www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FL
Associate for busy, well rounded foot/ankle practice. ABFAS or ABPM BC or BQ. Great interpersonal skills and willingness to work as a team a must. State-of-the-art EMR, digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NYC AREA
Full time and part time positions available, Multi office practice, hospital and staff privileges as well as insurance panels preferred. All aspects of podiatry, needs to be surgically qualified email resume to contactus@starrettpodiatry.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SOUTH NEW JERSEY
ASSOCIATE POSITION - S. E. PENNSYLVANIA
Seeking full time associate for growing, multifaceted practice in SE Pennsylvania. Must be ABPS Qualified/Certified, motivated, personable, compassionate and dedicated. Competitive salary + bonus. Forward CVs to podmedsurg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PODIATRY CENTER OF NEW JERSEY
We are a fast growing practice in North Jersey with multiple locations, and more to come! We are currently looking for full time- motivated and caring associates to join our practice. Some of the benefits include: competitive salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (vision and dental as well) and paid vacation time, we pay for malpractice and give CME time. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric Medical and Surgical experience in an office based practice! We encourage all who are interested to please submit a CV with a cover letter to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL VALLEY/SOUTHERN CA
Seeking associate with partnership availability. Must be highly motivated and have good patient skills and personality. Salary excellent with all paid benefits/incentives including malpractice/401k and profit sharing. Compassionate and well-trained for immediate position. Surgery Center and hospital based with no HMOs/no rest homes. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Offering a permanent position/partnership in a multi-million dollar hi-tech practice with Partnership also in Surgery center. Please e-mail CV and short biography to: Tonya@wetreatyourfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SW FLORIDA
Full time/Part time associate wanted in a multi-faceted practice! Located in Beautiful SW Florida, with offices in Fort Myers and Naples and hospital affiliations throughout. We are looking for BQ/BC doctor to become a part of our family (Buy in Potential) and continue to grow with us. If you are caring, interpersonal and motivated individual with a “patient first” mentality, then please contact us at Podiatricapplication@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PODIATRY GROUP IN LOS ANGELES/ORANGE COUNTY
Must be well trained in limb preservation, trauma and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Send CV to podiatricri@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Well established, 8 physician group looking to grow our busy practice in the heart of North Carolina. Looking to add a full-time podiatrist to our group who is board qualified/certified. Looking for someone that is interested in all aspects of podiatry including both forefoot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and general podiatry. If interested send your CV and cover letter to triad.podiatrist@gmail.com.
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Well established, 8 physician group looking to grow our busy practice in the heart of North Carolina. Looking to add a full-time podiatrist to our group who is board qualified/certified. Looking for someone that is interested in all aspects of podiatry including both forefoot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and general podiatry. If interested send your CV and cover letter to triad.podiatrist@gmail.com.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - PEDCAT 3-D CT SCANNER
Like new PedCat 3-D CT scanner. 40% off brand new machine. Generate revenue for your CT scans for Medicare and most insurances. Ideal for group of 4 or more. Takes less time than x-ray and replaces it. No special setup needed.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – LONG ISLAND
Unique opportunity to purchase contemporaneous podiatry practice in beautiful long island north shore, Nassau county. Practice grosses approximately 425k, on non-surgical services only. Approximately 60 patients weekly. Professional building also may be included as part of the sale. Willing to stay on a part time basis indefinitely. bombbustr7@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BRONX, NY
Established practice of twenty years with amazing patients. Office equipment for sale e.g. ENT chair, Boyd podiatry chair with matching cabinets. Contact lisarothmandpm@aol.com or Dr. Rothman 917-553-4952
PODIATRY PRACTICE AND CO-OP FOR SALE - BROOKLYN, NY
Sheepshead Bay/Brighton Beach. Luxury Co-Op building, ground floor office, newly renovated with 24-hour doorman. Office is approx. 1,600 sq ft. 4 fully equipped treatment rooms + consult room + waiting room + large secretarial work area. Handicapped accessible. Digital x-ray; EHR (SAMMY) with 5 networked computers. All phases of podiatry--48 years in practice. Owner is ABPS and ABPM board certified and on staff at a local hospital. Russian speaking preferable. Contact: iratartack@gmail.com
PURCHASE OF PODIATRY PRACTICES – NEW JERSEY
Podiatric Super Group is looking to acquire podiatry practices in NJ. If interested in selling your practice, please email cherylm@njpodiatrygroup.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,000 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 18,000 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 davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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