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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,469 Subscribers Daily
August 24, 2020 #6,751  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Cindy Ana Pavicic, DPM of Southfield, MI winner of last week's prize of a Macy's $100 Gift Card. 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 2021 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. NOTE: We are only requesting Information from 2019 (Pre-COVID-19) .
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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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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
TX Podiatrist Discusses Plantar Warts
Unlike corns or calluses, you may not even be able to see a plantar wart at first; later, a callus may build up around this wart, after you've already suffered much pain. "Plantar warts are warts on the foot caused by the HPV virus; they can be often painful due to their common occurrence on or around weight-bearing surfaces," Anne Sharkey, DPM explains. "A callus around the wart will increase pressure and therefore increase the pain."
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Usually, a plantar wart occurs after the viruses have entered your foot's skin through tiny abrasions, usually while walking barefoot outside. Normally, plantar warts can go away on their own, but if you've noticed a callused wart that's causing you severe pain, a foot specialist may give you targeted medication or perform a minor operation depending on how deep the wart is embedded in your skin.
Source: Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping [8/15/20]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
MD Podiatrist Provides Boot Buying Tips
Go for a round and wide toe box. A deep and round toe box allows you to wear thicker socks and still give your feet some breathing room. "Your toes should be able to wiggle," says Priya Parthasarathy, DPM, a podiatrist based in Silver Spring, MD and a spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). A wide toe box with a soft flexible upper is also ideal for people with bunions.
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Dr. Priya Parthasarathy |
Choose a pair with a cushioned, removable insole and a deep heel cup. An insole that's thick and cushioned will provide a lot of support for your arches and heels—a bonus for people who suffer from plantar fasciitis or have flat feet—while also keeping your feet warm. "A removable insole allows you to use custom orthotics or more supportive insoles if needed," Dr. Parthasarathy says.
Source: Sanah Faroke, Tiffany Ayuda, Prevention [8/19/20]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
VA Podiatrist is Guest Speaker at DATCI Virtual Meeting
Virginia podiatrist, Rodney A. Kander, DPM recently participated in a Zoom meeting sponsored by the Diabetes Association of the Turks and Caicos Islands (DATCI). Dr. Kander is currently licensed by the Ministry of Health in the Turks and Caicos Islands to practice podiatry. Dr. Kander was the co-guest speaker along with primary care physician, Dr. Marcela Malcolm, of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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Dr. Rodney Kander |
Together, the two physicians talked about medical complications of COVID-19. Kander focused on complications of COVID-19 with respect to the lower extremities. The meeting concluded with Kander answering questions regarding ways to promote good diabetic foot health.
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Osteochondral Autograft Transplant may be an Effective Treatment for Talar Lesions
Osteochondral autograft transplantation has shown positive clinical outcomes in the treatment of medium-sized osteochondral lesions of the talus, according to a study by researchers at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Between 2015 and 2018, Taylor Cabe, BS, and colleagues from HSS analyzed 50 patients with osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs). Overall, 27 patients were treated with microfracture with extracellular matrix augmentation (MFX) and 23 patients were treated with osteochondral autograft transplantation (OAT).
Researchers collected patients’ foot and ankle outcome scores (FAOS) and patient-reported outcome information system (PROMIS) scores, and MRIs after surgery. These were evaluated using a modified magnetic resonance observation of cartilage repair tissue (MOCART) score, according to the abstract. Functional outcome scores improved from pre-operative to post-operative measures in both MFX and OAT groups. However, the OAT group displayed a greater statistically significant increase in FAOS and PROMIS scores, reporting lower pain and depression domains than patients treated with MFX.
Source: Max R. Wursta, healio.com [8/14/20]
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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 | |
Big Mistakes To Avoid When Creating a Press Release - Part 10
Press releases are a vital part of a practice's communication strategy. Despite their importance, many offices make mistakes when it comes to creating or issuing these messages. Writing press releases is a skill that many people like to think they have, but the reality is that it’s harder than it looks.
10. Not Resonating With The Media - The most common issue of a press release is not resonating with the media, resulting in disinterest. News should discuss something new, affect readers and be relevant to readers. Journalists are adamant about the need for those issuing and pitching news to understand their publication, beat and audience and not waste their time with press releases that do not fit their needs. - Nicole Rodrigues, NRPR Group, INC
Source: Adapted from Forbes
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Same or Similar Frustrations
Has anyone has ever had Medicare DME reverse a denial on a “same and similar” claim for any device? It seems unreasonable that if a patient once had a night splint and now one year later needs a walking boot for a new condition, that the boot will be denied. Unreal! Recently, I received denials on two different claims on the two different appeals and they are identical explanations for two different issues. It seems that patients need to be urged to hang on to any DME item for at least 5 years. Under any circumstance they should also last that long! Do we really need to have a separate department within our office to run DME dispensing queries on patients before they are seen?
PM News Subscriber
Response: It is imperative that somewhere in your examination note, documentation of what was previously dispensed and why it is inappropriate for the current diagnosis must be noted. In your scenario, as an example of what you may wish to consider including in your note: "The patient was dispensed an off-weight-bearing ankle splint (L4397) in January 2020 for a diagnosis of M722. They now have a fracture of a 2nd metatarsal of the left foot (S92.325A) necessitating a CAM Boot (L4397) which provides rigid immobilization on weight-bearing."
The fracture diagnosis is new, different, and unrelated to the previous January 2020 diagnosis. A metatarsal fracture cannot be treated with the previous L4397.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
There may be something to this. I had COVID-19, and had terrible fatigue and joint pain for 14 days. My knees bothered me most. My knees were perfectly fine prior to COVID-19. Now that it has been 6 weeks, one knee continues to ache and throb.
Name Withheld
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: MLS M6 Robotic Laser
I currently use the K-Laser Platinum 4 with good results. I am looking to streamline the process and have looked into the MLS M6 Robotic laser from Cutting Edge Lasers for its unattended feature. Can anyone who has used the MLS M6 provide their experience with it? Especially helpful would be experience going from another laser to the M6 for comparison.
Anas Khoury, DPM, Passaic NJ
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) - PART1A | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
Here are some comments regarding this recent discussion:
1) Dr. Mendicino respectfully questioned as to why people just don’t take both boards. It’s a valid question. One answer is that not everyone is allowed to sit for the exams. Why should there be a moratorium on these boards? If someone wants to sit for the exam - why not let them? What are we afraid of? They might pass it?
2) PM News printed a joint statement with the posters' preface there was “unproductive discourse”. I feel the opinions of the profession and variety of thoughts are highly productive to the advancement of the profession.
3) I’d like to congratulate both Drs. Lombardi and Markinson for their joint statement. It was refreshing to read. I hope the comments written by these two individuals are what most in the profession believe to be fair.
4) Lastly, I was a little surprised not to read any posts from competing boards. They blew a golden opportunity to share their thoughts on the merits of their boards.
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Daniel Chaskin, DPM
The joint statement by Dr. Lombardi and Dr. Markinson is a positive first step. But, arbitrary discrimination is still present. To unify our profession, all discrimination must stop. There are 2 types of certifications. 1. Completing an approved CPME certified residency training program. 2. Becoming board certified.
The joint statement did not mention about the failure to complete a certified residency training program. Some older podiatrists received informal training by the cases they assisted. Some taught podiatry residents who became residency directors. To demand a certified residency program be completed is both arbitrary and age discriminatory against older podiatrists who did not have the ability to obtain such training.
Daniel Chaskin, DPM, Ridgewood, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear while tweeting? (photo: Bubble by Perou) |
Source: Vin + Omi via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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National comprehensive lower extremity physician group seeks full-time Podiatrist for busy practice in rural town in FL. Ideal combo of small / big city life or love outdoors, hunting or fishing! Established patient base with high growth potential. Great clinic / surgery balance. ABFAS or ABPM BQ/BC. Current FL license preferred. Comprehensive comp & health benefits including 401K, PTO, malpractice, partnership path & add’l benefits. Please send CV to physicianrecruitment@upperlinehealth.com
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Immediate position available for hard-working, motivated individual in a well-established practice. Equal mix of primary care and surgery. Excellent opportunity to get on all insurance panels. Board qualified/Certified with ABPS preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please email CV and letter of interest to recruiting@feetareneat.com.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST- NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
PODIATRY POSITION AVAILABLE – NORTHWEST PA
Well over six figure salary, company car, bonuses. NW PA. Hiring both surgical and non-surgical podiatrists. Email interest and CV to Penndoc@verizon.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION- PHOENIX, AZ
Well established and growing podiatry practice has an immediate opportunity for an associate. Must have completed a 3 year surgical residency, have Board Qualification, AZ License and bilingual Spanish is a +. We have several office locations in the Greater Phoenix area ready for someone to make the most of. We have a good balance of office and surgical practice. Base pay with bonus package, with other benefits included. Looking to fill immediately. Immediate opening must have a current AZ License. Please submit resumes to: podiatryaz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NEW YORK. FINGER LAKES REGION
Great opportunity. Multiple locations. Very busy practice. Surgical to wound care to general podiatry. No nursing homes. Board qualified/certified a must. Salary and benefits. Looking for motivated, caring individual leading to possible partnership. Reply to: lew@eastsidepodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Associate positions available for well-trained, compassionate physician for busy, established offices in Southern Kentucky. Wide range of services to be offered with ancillary services onsite. Generous salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV and cover letter to: Kyfootdr@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH FLORIDA
High volume, progressive full scope practice with multiple-locations throughout South Florida seeks compassionate, motivated ABFAS BQ/BC Associate. Competitive salary and benefits with in-house MRI, CT, Vascular Services, Pathology, Pharmacy, DME, residency involvement, accomplished mentors, and more. Excellent opportunity for surgical volume and diversity to accelerate board certification. Send CV to kkinmon@certifiedfoot.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Our podiatry group is a well-established, busy practice in Orange County, CA, with 2 office locations to serve our patients. Associate positions available for immediate consideration with potential for partnership. Offering competitive compensation. Must have completed 3-year surgical residency and board qualification or certification. Email CV and bio to asbpodiatry@gmail.com.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - UPSTATE, CENTRAL, and WESTERN NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, and MASSACHUSETTS
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Homes in Upstate, Central, and Western New York/Buffalo area, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON STATE
Looking for a motivated, surgically trained new graduate/experienced practitioner to join our team of two podiatrists as associate leading to partner. Diverse practice including two locations in beautiful Kitsap/Olympic peninsula with multi-disciplinary ASC and new regional hospital. contact hr@kitsappodiatry.com
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