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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,540 Subscribers Daily
August 12, 2016 #5,729  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 March 2017 issue of Podiatry Management. It also makes you eligible to win thousands of dollars 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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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
TUSPM Students Conduct Survey to Pinpoint Decline in Enrollment
PPMA Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) student representative Daniel Wu and 3rd-year class president John Martucci reported to the PPMA House in June about an online survey they had conducted. The results concluded that podiatric medicine as a viable career option isn’t being presented to students like it should. The survey, which included questions regarding a student’s journey into the field of podiatric medicine, also inquired about a student’s understanding of podiatric medicine and current practices.
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(L-R) John Martucci and Daniel Wu |
Based on the survey results, Dan and John provided two suggestions: 1) Provide more information and actively engage college pre-health advisors about the podiatric profession. The results showed close to 66% of the respondents’ pre-health advisors never mentioned the field of podiatry to them during college; and 2) Provide more information and actively engage high school students and high school counsellors about the podiatric profession. Only 9.3 percent of the respondents knew about the field of podiatric medicine during high school.
Source: PPMA Newsletter [June/July 2106]
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
OHFAMA Helps WV Neighbors with Socks for Kids Affected by June Floods
June caught many Southern WV residents unaware of the devastation that was about to occur. The flooding killed 24 people; the last child’s body was recovered only this week under a ticket of brush in Caldwell, WV. The waters literally knocked houses off their foundations and even flooded the historic Old White Golf Course at The Greenbrier Hotel, cancelling the Pro Golf Classic in White Sulphur Springs, WV. While many families still await FEMA assistance, the Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association wanted to assist many school kids, who are still displaced after nearly two months.
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OHFAMA Sock Drive |
OHFAMA’s sock drive, aided by APMA new samples of socks, shoes, and boots yielded $325 and 331 pairs of socks. Items shown were sent to Clendenin, WV. That community lost both schools and their entire town. OHFAMA pooled their resources and was fortunate to take advantage of the recent state tax-free holiday in Ohio to purchase the socks.
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Lack of Foot Support Presents Unique Risk to Gymnists: CA Podiatrist
Combining beauty, grace, strength, and explosive power, women's gymnastics is one of the most anticipated sports of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. Alas, gymnasts' feet are made of flesh and bone, and as such, "are prone to a myriad of injuries," according to Thomas Elardo, DPM, a board certified podiatric physician and surgeon, practicing in Los Gatos, CA. As a former gymnast and podiatric physician and surgeon, Dr. Elardo is very familiar with the variety of injuries that can afflict gymnasts' feet.
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Dr. Thomas Elardo |
"Gymnastics is fairly unique in that it is performed with minor, if any, foot support. Therefore, the feet are even more at risk for injury during the various exercises. Nearly every activity in gymnastics is considered high impact and could result in some type of foot injury. Thus, gymnasts' feet take an awful lot of abuse, which can lead to both sudden traumatic injuries like sprains, ruptured tendons, and broken feet, ankles, and toes.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MI Podiatrist Reprises Role as Lone Ranger in Parade
Podiatrist Dr. Bruce Meyers was once again the Lone Ranger for the annual Lone Ranger Festival and Parade in Oxford MI.
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Dr. Bruce Meyers as the Lone Ranger |
Dr. Meyers provides both horses for the parade, and also for Tonto (Bobby Johnson), Belle Starr (Eugene Calocassides), and Calamity Jane (Kallie Roesner Meyers) who are also in the parade.
Source: Roadtreking Magazine [8/7/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Plume Extractor for Laser
For those of my colleagues using laser for fungal nail treatment, are you using a smoke evacuation system for plume safety? If so, have there been any good experiences with a particular system that you would recommend?
Charles Baik, DPM, Tustin, CA
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Medicare: Is a DEA Number Required to Enroll in Medicare?
If I will not prescribe narcotics in my practice, is there a way to enroll with Medicare without a DEA number?
Troy Harris, DPM, Swansboro, NC
Response: From CMS -"Provider Enrollment - Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Information Required
The Internet-based Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS) Release 7.19.0, has been enhanced to require DEA registration information in Section 2 along with license and certification information effective with enrollment applications (including revalidations) completed on or after January 12, 2015. The new requirement for DEA registration information also applies to paper applications. Because the paper CMS-855I enrollment application does not include a space to enter the state in which the DEA certification was issued, contractors will develop applications where the DEA certificate has not been submitted with the application or the state where the certification was issued cannot be found elsewhere within the application. To prevent delays and development of your CMS 855I enrollment applications and revalidations, providers should include the DEA certificate when submitting their paper CMS-855I applications."
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Recommendations for Cloud-based EMR/PMI Vendor
From: Joe Detrano, Elliot Udell, DPM
As someone who sold DPMs billing services, billing software, EMR, and orthopedic products for over 20 years and is now out of the podiatry game, the only piece of advice I can give you is look at podiatry-specific EMRs first. View demonstrations, get quotes etc. If you find nothing to your liking, open up your search to all vendors but make sure to get podiatry references.
Joe Detrano, Kew Garden Hills, NY
We are using Practice Fusion. It does EMR as well as e-prescribing and it is FREE. It’s worth trying it out, If it works, then stay with it. If it does not work, you can always pay megabucks for one of the other systems.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Brian Kiel, DPM, Neal Houslanger, DPM
Am I proud to be a podiatrist? You betcha I am. Every time I get a wound to heal, I am proud. Every time my patients are discharged from surgery, I am proud. Every time patients say that they feel so much better after their nails are debrided, I feel proud. Every time patients tell me that they love their orthotics because now they can exercise, I feel proud. Sure, the insurance companies are a pain, as are all the barriers that have been placed in our way, but that doesn’t affect my relationship with my patients. They needed me when I went into practice, and 41 years later, they still do and they let me know it. My pride in being a podiatrist has nothing to do with anyone other than myself, and no one can take that away from me.
Brian Kiel, DPM, Memphis, TN
I am proud to be a podiatrist! But I have suffered a bit of an identity crisis for years. In 1976 upon receiving my DPM degree (as did our esteemed editor of PM News), when people asked me what I did, I proudly said I was a podiatrist. However their response was "do you treat children", or "is that like a chiropodist?" So, I eventually answered that I was a physician and surgeon of the foot. As time went on, that was too confusing and wordy, so I then became a foot surgeon. That garnered some respect, but people confused that with an orthopedic surgeon.
Our profession became more recognized through the efforts of our local and state associations as well as the APMA. Through the many efforts of all of us promoting the profession through gaining greater knowledge, healing and educating our patients, podiatry had become more...
Editor's note: Dr. Houslanger's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 3 | |
From: Jon Purdy, DPM
Board certification, in this day and age, is a requirement to maintain insurance contracts and hospital privileges in almost all cases. Unlike days past, when certification was a badge of honor and optional, today, not becoming board certified can mean the end of a physician's practice.
Like any political world, our profession is intertwined among our state, the APMA and multiple certification boards. To challenge this, especially on a state society level, is a political hot potato. Even individuals appear to be fearful in using their names in posting commentary. The APMA, through the HOD, in conjunction with the CPME, gives the green light to the boards of their choosing. It then follows that states will transfer this decision to their individual licensing boards, and therefore the acceptance of hospitals and insurance companies.
Knowing the severity of not becoming certified should make one question...
Editor's note: Dr. Purdy's 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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The latest in unstable shoes? (photo: Fanny van Poppel) |
Source: Judith van Vliet via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NY
Seeking motivated PMS-36 trained podiatric surgeon for full-time associateship in group with offices in Manhattan, Queens, LI, and and the Bronx. Offering competitive salary with room for growth. Surgical-based practice - special emphasis on trauma, reconstruction, rearfoot and ankle surgery. Please email resume to: nypodrecruit@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - LOS ANGELES, CA
Los Angeles Based Multi office, multi physician foot and ankle surgical practice looking for highly trained foot and ankle surgeon to join our growing group. Emphasis on sports medicine, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and revision surgery. Prospective candidate must have excellent personal skills and work well with a team. Competitive compensation with 401K, profit sharing, health insurance, dental and vision insurance. Surgical center partnership potential and full scope hospital privileges available. Facility is state of the art with PT, CT, MRI, US and digital x-ray. Please Contact us at: PODIATRYPARTNERS@GMAIL.COM
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 - 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.
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 mynewposition75@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE FULL-TIME POSITION - FLINT, MI AREA
Multi-office, thriving practice. Busy surgical caseload available for a new doctor. Excellent payer mix. Partnership potential for the right candidate. Schedule will be immediately filled - patient volume is too great for current docs. Must be self-motivated, energetic and compassionate. Competitive compensation package. Email resume to giordanodpm@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary and next exam is December 2016. Exam application must be submitted 90 days prior to exam date. Starting Compensation package $120k-$140k (base + bonus) and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to: scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DURANGO, CO/FOUR-CORNERS AREA
Busy and growing practice in the 4-corners area looking for high-energy doctor seeking full-time employment. Competitive compensation. Ownership opportunity. Buy-in to surgery center and/or physician owned hospital possible. Board eligible/certified necessary. Competent in all areas of podiatric care. Send CV to nlhuge@gmail.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 – 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 POSITION - NASSAU COUNTY, NY
Full-time/Part-time associate needed for busy Long Island Practice with EHR, digital X-rays and DME. Excellent income opportunity for hard working energetic Podiatrist. ABPS board qualified/certified preferable. Must be versed in all aspects of podiatry Surgical/Medical/Orthopedic and be able to work independently. Send Resume: jbmbcw@yahoo.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICES WANTED FOR SALE OR MERGER - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Southern California based podiatry group is seeking to add podiatry practices to our growing group. Currently we have 12 locations including MRI, CT, PT and Surgical Center facilities. We have excellent contracts with insurance companies and highly trained surgeons. We are looking for potential doctors who may want to merge with our group for better practice management and improved payer contract with opportunity for ancillary services. We are also looking to acquire practices and pay a competitive price for the practice based on market valuation. For more information please contact. Please Contact us at: PODIATRYPARTNERS@GMAIL.COM
PRACTICE FOR SALE – NEW YORK STATE
Approx 2 hours north of NYC/30 miles south of Albany. Well established 30 year+ podiatry practice. Doctor retiring. Includes all equipment. Owner will stay for easy transition. Grossing 450K+ Consistently with low overhead. The practice primarily routine and diabetic foot care. Income less than 5% surgical. Great price possible owner financing with good FICO score. Must have NYS License. Looking for quick sale. contact: footdoctor2015@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
25+ year well established practice for immediate sale. Turnkey operation with three well equipped patient rooms. Net collections 200k part time with pronounced full-time potential. Ideal for motivated physician. Significant growth potential, excellent referral base. Updated office with existing lease and extension options. Located next to existing Family and Physical Therapy practices. Equipment and chairs negotiable. Serious inquiries please reply to jrobinson165@comcast.net.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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