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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,473 Subscribers Daily
August 25, 2020 #6,752  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 | |
Foot Muscles React to Weight Gain or Loss: IL Podiatrist
The weight of your body is distributed across the soles of your feet each day, so if your body weight has changed, your feet will respond, says Bela Pandit, DPM, a foot and ankle surgeon with her own practice in Illinois.
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"For every 10 pounds that you gain or lose, the muscles in your feet either expand or contract, so the shoes you were wearing before may be giving you too little support, or too much entirely," she explains. Orthotics may help alleviate discomfort caused by weight gain or loss until your feet have adjusted appropriately.
Source: Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping [7/20/20]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Physicians Footcare Adds SC Podiatrist
Physicians Footcare has added Brandon Brooks, DPM, MPH to its staff. Dr. Brooks earned his podiatric medical degree from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, Florida.
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Dr. Brandon Brooks |
He went on to complete a three-year foot and ankle surgery residency at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, where he served as chief resident and clinical editor for the Georgia Podiatric Physician. After residency, Dr. Brooks completed his fellowship training at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire where he earned his MPH degree.
Source: The Sumter Item [8/21/20]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
PA Podiatrist Stages Street Performance of The Sound of Music
The hills are still alive, even during an unending pandemic. That’s what Atlantic County resident Doug Farrell, DPM and his friends and family wanted to convey to their beach town of Longport on Saturday as they donned homemade costumes and filled the streets, if not the hills, with The Sound of Music.
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“Let’s face it. A bomb dropped on all of us in mid-March,” said Farrell, a retired podiatrist who has lived in Longport for 39 years. Lip-syncing behind face masks, Dr. Farrell and friends staged a musical in the crosswalk at Longport’s only lighted intersection, dancing to numbers from the beloved show whenever the walk sign came on.
Source: Justine McDaniel, The Philadelphia Inquirer [8/22/20]
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Symptoms Remain After COVID-19 Treatment
In a small patient study looking at recovered coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) patients who had been hospitalized, a majority of them said they had lingering symptoms. Of 143 patients who saw a provider for follow-up assessment care, only 18 (12.6%) were completely free of any COVID-19–related symptoms. However, 32% had 1 or 2 symptoms and 55% had 3 or more. None of the patients involved in the study had fever or any signs or symptoms of acute illness. There was a large range of symptoms with fatigue, dyspnea, joint pain, chest pain, cough, and anosmia being the top lingering symptoms.
In their post-care assessments, patients were asked to recount the presence or absence of symptoms during the acute phase of the virus and whether each symptom persisted at the time of the visit. More than one symptom could be reported. In addition, the EuroQol visual analog scale was used to ask patients to score their quality of life from 0 (worst imaginable health) to 100 (best imaginable health) before COVID-19 and at the time of their post-care assessment. A difference of 10 points defined worsened quality of life. Nearly half of the patients (44%) reported having a “worsened quality of life.” This is eye-opening and suggests hospitalized patients could be dealing with the effects of the virus after recovery.
Source: John Parkinson, Contagion Live [7/29/20] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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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 11
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.
11. Not Promoting On Your Own Channels - It is understandable to want to take a breather after getting an important press release out the door. However, the press release's success depends on its visibility. Promoting the press release through any means necessary (e.g. your own site, social media, email blast, word-of-mouth, partners, etc.) is imperative in it being prosperous. - Larry Gurreri, Sosemo LLC
Source: Adapted from Forbes
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Surgical Combination Issues
I am billing for a surgery with the procedure codes CPT 28291 -LT (Hallux rigidus correction) with the diagnosis M20.22 and the procedure code CPT 11423 -LT, -59 (Excision of Lesion 2.0-3.0) with the diagnosis code Q81.9 Epidermolysis bullosa. The CPT 11423 is being denied as “not medically necessary.” Is this a common denial? Should I appeal?
Gerald Newman, DPM, Conyers, GA
Response: The insurance company is assuming that both procedures were performed at the same site. If the CPT 11423 was at a different site on the foot or on a different foot, I would appeal with notes clarifying the sites. Usually that will work, but no promises.
Katherine Sharp, Keystone Professional Solutions, Woodbury, TN
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Allyn E. Peelen, DPM
Allyn E. Peelen died at the age of 88 of complications following a fall. Dr. Peelen earned a DPM degree from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago in 1957. Dr. Peelen absolutely loved his work. He opened his Alger Heights office in 1957 and maintained a flourishing practice in the same location for 63 continuous years, rarely missing a day until his retirement this past February.
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Dr. Allyn Peelen |
He was a pioneer in his field, acclaimed for a unique method of bio-mechanical foot and ankle adjustment. Sports coaches nationwide have lauded his non-surgical approach to treating injury.
Source: Grand Rapids Press
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Top Peer-Reviewed Journals for Podiatric Articles/Studies
Which are the top peer- reviewed journals for podiatric articles/studies?
Arnold Ross, DPM, Los Angeles, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (LINICAL) | |
From: Richard A. Simmons, DPM
For your patients coming in to your office with post-COVID-19 pedal pain, document this as well as you can. You may be their first physician to whom they are discussing these symptoms. No one knows the long-term sequelae (or none) from COVID-19. People may end up being fully disabled, partially disabled, or with no disability at all. Your documentation may be key to their receiving disability benefits. The same holds true for any physician who contracts this disease: make sure you get good documentation. We have no idea if this will affect our vision or the motor skills necessary for us to practice our profession.
Richard A. Simmons, DPM, Rockledge, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Stephen Kominsky, DPM
I am happy to respond to this inquiry regarding the MLS laser. It works! I have had the laser in my practice for approximately 4 years now. I was skeptical at the outset, and frankly nothing could be further from the truth. Is it a panacea? No. Does it work 100% of the time? No. Is it BY FAR the best option to anything invasive (injections, NSAIDs, surgery)? Absolutely yes.
I do not know where my practice would be had I not decided to purchase it. It is the best thing available today for your patients and your bottom line.
Disclosure: I don't receive a penny from the company; I am not a consultant for them.
Stephen Kominsky, DPM, Washington, DC
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Inspired by city maps and concrete texture (Photo:Erwin Van Den Brande) |
Source: Lauren Johnstone via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE – FLORIDA
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
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA PANHANDLE
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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Thirty four year old practice, turn-key. General podiatry and sports medicine. It’s a great opportunity. Will stay a while to introduce you to the patients and give you my pearls of wisdom. Serious inquiries only please. Drfeet@roadrunner.com 818-798-8733.
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