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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,416 Subscribers Daily
August 23, 2019 #6,490  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Wenjay Sung, DPM of Arcadia, CA, winner of last week's prize, a pair of Bose Alto Audio Augmented Sunglasses. 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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EXPRESS Dual Foot and Ankle System for Neuropathy |
This week's prize is an EXPRESS Dual Foot and Ankle System for neuropathy (Value $1,250) courtesy of Energia Medical and Healthlight, LLC. To begin survey, click here.
***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 | |
Rosalind Franklin University Promotes 2 IL Podiatrists
Rosalind Franklin University President and CEO Wendy Rheault, PT, PhD, has announced the appointments of Nancy L. Parsley, DPM, MHPE, as university provost, and Stephanie Wu, DPM, MS, as dean of the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Parsley, who has served as acting provost since January, will continue to lead academic affairs as vice president. As provost, she will pay particular attention to potential new and expanded clinical partnerships that offer diverse and high-quality training experiences. She will also lead efforts to evaluate and expand RFU’s academic portfolio.
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(L-R) Drs. Nancy Parsley and Stephanie Wu |
Named dean of her alma mater, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine (SCPM), in 2011, Dr. Parsley has led excellence in SCPM student achievement, including licensing exam pass rates and residency placement rates of 100 percent. A national leader in the podiatric profession, she was director of health policy and practice for the American Podiatric Medical Association before returning to Scholl College in 2007 as associate dean of academic affairs. She also serves as associate professor of surgery.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MD Podiatrist Joins FASMA
Recently, Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic (FASMA) welcomed Emmanuella Eastman, DPM, to their team! Dr. Eastman graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and completed her three-year residency program at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, in Falls Church, Virginia. She is seeing patients in the Wheaton and Rockville, Maryland offices of FASMA.
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Dr. Emmanuella Eastman |
FASMA now operates with 64 providers, in 38 locations across DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina.
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
IN Podiatrist Lectures at IAI Annual Conference
The International Association for Identification’s (IAI) 104th annual conference in Reno, Nevada this past week featured forensic podiatry lectures by Michael Nirenberg, DPM.
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Dr. Michael Nirenberg |
Dr. Nirenberg, president of the American Society of Forensic Podiatry, lectured on the forensic analysis of footprints and also on forensic gait analysis. He practices in Crown Point, IN.
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Reasons to Rethink Your Patient Communication Strategy - Part 5
Ignoring the communications demands of younger patients is not a winning strategy for any medical practice. Here are some reasons why a unified communications strategy makes sense.
5. Do It Yourself (DIY) includes healthcare, too - Not everyone would be comfortable changing the oil in their car or repairing drywall, but technology has enabled all types of do-it-yourself activities that people are comfortable with. Think self-checkout at the grocery store, online ordering and mobile banking. Healthcare hasn’t escaped this phenomenon, although not all practices have embraced such DIY features for patients as online appointment booking or the ability to text the practices. But practices are ignoring these innovations at their own peril. Two-thirds of millennials and those in Generation X said in a survey that they’d consider changing health providers to ones who offered the ability to book appointments online.
Source: Kathy Ford, Physicians Practice [8/5/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Replacement Orthotics
A patient has been treated with orthotics and has resolved their symptoms (let's say plantar fasciitis). Five or ten years down the road, a new orthotic is recommended because the older device is damaged/top covered deteriorated/lost. Would the original diagnosis be appropriate to use for billing or would this be considered a non-covered item since there is no symptoms to link to a diagnosis? Would this be considered the same as using the original diagnosis for a surgery throughout the post-op interval?
Jeff Leibovitz, DPM, Indianapolis, IN
Response: This would depend on your diagnosis. Plantar fasciitis is more of a symptomatic manifestation of another more over-riding diagnosis. A patient may have an arthritic subtalar or midtarsal joint or tarsal coalition which has been stabilized by a custom foot orthotic and now be asymptomatic. Nevertheless, the symptoms while quiescent with a foot orthotic, the patient’s diagnosis is the same. The narrowed subtalar joint range of motion and pronation could have resulted in an increase in the patient’s pronation and thus their plantar fasciitis.
Thus, my short answer to this interesting question, is if the over-riding issues which caused the plantar fasciitis are still present, then that may be the diagnosis you may need to select from. Remember, however, coverage these days for orthotics is often evasive. Presently, there are much narrower coverage parameters to negotiate with insurance carriers, than when the patient was dispensed their first pair orthotics.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Orthotics as Part of Revenue
I recently was approached by an orthopedic group for employment. We have gotten to the contract negotiation stage, but we have gotten hung up on the fact that they will not use orthotic revenue as part of either the base threshold or bonus compensation. Their reasoning is that it is a Stark violation because it is not a personally-provided service. Their legal team informed them that it would fall into the category of DME. They are a large orthopedic group and I would expect many referrals for orthotics and braces.
Does anyone have an opinion on the calculation of orthotics as part of revenue towards a base threshold or even a bonus structure?
Name Withheld
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: A Tale of Big Pharma--A Podiatry Perspective
From: Robert Teitelbaum, DPM
To make a very long story short, I have been dispensing celecoxib 200mg from a supply in my drug fridge for a couple of years now. I might give out 4 of them, taken once daily, for four days following a heel pain syndrome injection. I asked four pharmacists a couple of years ago, "What would be your choice for an NSAID?", and they all said Celebrex. They thought that for short-term, the fact that it works in a different cyclo-oxygenase cycle, makes it less irritating to the lining of the GI tract.
A major paper in The New England Journal of Medicine about four years ago looked at the cardiac history five and ten years down the road of taking the drug and concluded...
Editor's note: Dr. Teitelbaum's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: The Problem With the American Healthcare System
From: Jill Hagen, DPM
I received a refund request from Humana yesterday. I checked the patient’s account and saw I was overpaid, and in fact, the refund was legit. I then decided to call Humana insurance today to pay the refund. After 20 minutes on the call, I finally got the representative whom I told I was calling to pay the refund. She asked me these questions: name of the patient, insurance ID number, claim number, and date of service. I answered all these questions. Then she asked, “What is the patient’s date of birth”? I did not have the answer in front of me.
She then said, sorry, I cannot help you if you don’t know the patient’s DOB. I told her that I wanted to speak to her supervisor. She said the supervisor was not available and she was sorry but there was no more she could do for me. I then told her, “if you see your supervisor, tell her a doctor called to pay a refund due, and that you could not process this refund without the patient’s DOB. If this insurance rep worked for me, she would be fired on the spot! This can only happen in the American healthcare system.
Jill Hagen, DPM, Englewood, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Steven Kravitz, DPM
Congratulations to Arthur Helfand for his amazing accomplishment of continuing to author medical literature primarily dealing with geriatrics and diabetes in allopathic interdisciplinary publications. His outreach through numerous (more than 400) publications in textbooks and medical journals, etc. (particularly in allopathic publications) continues to make great strides for podiatry. He is in the true sense a real "pioneer". In the 1960s, he was unique, as most podiatric authors were writing primarily for podiatric publications. He continues to be a mentor for all podiatric physicians.
Steven Kravitz, DPM, Pfafftown, NC
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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NASCAR-approved footwear? |
Source: Beth Levine via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Is your ideal practice opportunity one with all aspects of podiatry included? We are a group practice with 6 offices looking for the right surgically trained board qualified/certified doctor to join our family. Forefoot and rearfoot surgery, as well as, wound care and limb salvage with privileges at 2 local hospitals are available. Partnership is certainly part of the long term plan. We are looking for the right candidate with the position available in October. Send all inquiries and CVs to sgrulke2002@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MOMMOUTH COUNTY, NEW JERSEY
Looking for podiatrist to work at least 1 day per week doing assisted living facilities in Monmouth county. Please contact Lisa W at 732-224-0800
POSITION AVAILABLE - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
Busy private practice seeking full time associate who is personable, ethical, team oriented and motivated. ABFAS Qualified/Certified in rearfoot and ankle surgery. Please send CV and cover letter to: paifootandankle@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SOUTH NEW JERSEY
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Associate positions open for well-trained, compassionate physician for busy central office in the beautiful Somerset/Lake Cumberland KY and in our Bowling Green location. Wide range of services to be offered with several ancillary services onsite. Generous base salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV to: kypodjob@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLINTON, MARYLAND
Established practice looking for a full-time podiatrist for our Clinton, MD location. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general foot care. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. Great location near Washington D.C. and Virginia! Please send C/V to marylandpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA
Great opportunity in South Tampa for sports medicine, reconstruction. One office, busy clinic, seeing all ages, athletes, and an affluent community. Orthotics, shockwave, stem cell, PRP, minimal RFC and wound care, outpatient surgery. Opportunity in wound centers if interested. Bq/bc surgical podiatrist. Email resume and case logs to drbootztampa@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA
Love the beach? Busy, established practice located in a coastal community is looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! ABFAS board qualification or certification is required. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and individual career and reputation. Must have great people skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Competitive pay and partnership track available. Send CV and contact information to: manager@southbaldwinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY
DeLoor Podiatry, a fast growing medical practice, is looking to hire a full time podiatrist with a NY license (NJ license is a plus). Available to work in New York and New Jersey. Please send your CVs to deloorpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSETTS - NORTH OF BOSTON
Well-established, well-rounded, hospital-based practice located just north of Boston seeking full-time DPM. Applicant must be ABFAS Board Qualified/Certified with interest in wound care and limb salvage. We are well integrated within the medical community and are active in both hospital in-patient care and out-patient clinic. Excellent referral base and high volume of new patients. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Excellent opportunity for qualified candidate. Please email CV to footdocsma@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SOUTH NEW JERSEY
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ORLANDO, FLORIDA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full- and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based foot, ankle, and lower leg care to residents living in more than 200 long-term facilities throughout the Orlando Region. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - 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, Minnesota and Eastern Pennsylvania. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
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 - 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 - SOUTHWEST FL
Seeking associate for busy well rounded foot/ankle practice. ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Great interpersonal skills and willing to work as a team a must. Office fully EMR, digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@naplespodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Established practice seeks full-time ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Podiatrist for our growing practice. Ideal candidate possesses strong clinical and surgical skills. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Hospital privileges, No nursing homes, base $120,000 and generous bonuses. Benefits include medical insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME and malpractice. Please send C/V to DPMOhio@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE/WORK TO OWN POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Doctor needed for busy growing practice in south Jersey. Multiple locations with interdisciplinary work. Facets include private practice, government contracts, DME, and both surgical and conservative care. ABPS qualification or certification necessary. Competitive package starting at $125k and a great opportunity to join a growing successful team. Partnership/ownership available. Must have or obtain an active NJ license. Please send cv to hhfootdoc@gmail.com
PART-TIME PODIATRIST POSITION – SARASOTA REGION
Earn some extra income while positively impacting the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners is a growing, mobile Podiatry practice seeking part-time podiatrists throughout the Sarasota, FL region. We offer a flexible Monday through Friday schedule – no evenings or weekends! Set your own schedule! You choose which days of the week you would like to work. As an Independent Contractor, compensation is based on productivity. Plus, we reimburse a percentage of your Medical Liability Insurance! You must possess and maintain active Medicare and Florida licenses. Interested? Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST WANTED – CALIFORNIA/SF EAST BAY
Join our growing multi-office practice, immediate opening. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Prefer private practice experience. California license required. Full or Part Time. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@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.
ACADEMIC POSITION – SCHOLL COLLEGE
The Dr. William M. Scholl College Podiatric Medicine is seeking a full-time academic podiatrist to train and lead the next generation of podiatrists in an interprofessional, multicultural learning environment. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly credentials and relevant experience. The University encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those that can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment. We are also particularly interested in applicants with a commitment to mentoring and to increasing diversity in the fields of medicine, science and related health professions. Applicants may apply here , EEO/VETS/DISABLED
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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
SMALL PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - WEST LOS ANGELES
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