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The Voice of Podiatrists
August 26, 2006 #2,673 Editor-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A service of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com E-mail us by hitting the reply key. COPYRIGHT 2006- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the express written permission of Kane Communications, Inc.
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DIABETIC SHOE STORE FOR SALE - LOS ANGELES, CA
Diabetic Shoe Store for sale in Los Angeles area with approximately 2000 diabetic patients and continued referrals from over 500 doctors. Great opportunity to start your own podiatry practice and/or House Call podiatry services. Yearly gross of $600,000. Partnership is also an option. Please contact 818-262-9709 after 5pm or email: diabeticshoeprovider@yahoo.com. Serious inquiries only.
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PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS |
IA Podiatrist Appointed CMO of Hospital
Vincent J. Mandracchia, D.P.M., M.S., was recently appointed to Interim Chief Medical Officer for Broadlawns Medical Center, a large metropolitan county hospital in Des Moines, IA. This is an accomplishment not often achieved by podiatric physicians. He will be providing organizational oversight of quality issues related to patient care, as well as the functions of the medical staff office, including provider credentialing, medical staff meetings, etc.
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Dr. Vincent J. Mandracchia |
Dr. Mandracchia currently serves as president of the medical staff. He is the editor for Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and professor of surgery at Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. He is a residency director and author of over 40 peer-reviewed articles. Vince is married to Denise Mandi, DPM and finds time to be president of the cattleman’s association in Madison County, IA.
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New Custom Diabetic Inserts For Only $22 A Pair
Orthofeet is glad to announce its new custom diabetic inserts, which received SADMARC Code verification A5513. These custom inserts are fabricated by the most advanced computerized system, with arch filler and forefoot accommodations, for superior support and protection.
- Now you can offer your patients state of the art prefab and custom inserts along with the best fitting diabetic shoes, and save: Stretchable Shoes - $42.00 a pair; Leather Shoes - $48.00 to $52.00 a pair; Prefab Inserts - $8.95 a pair; Custom Inserts - $22.00 a pair;
100% Medicare Compliant http://www.orthofeet.com/ ----------------- 800-524-2845
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PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT |
New FL Podiatrist Arrested for Rx Fraud
Instead of opening a Northeast Florida medical practice, a newly minted podiatrist is facing charges of passing bogus prescriptions for narcotics. Ronald Paul Belin's plans to open a practice after moving from Texas were foiled this week by a pharmacy technician with a memory for customers, an investigator said.
A day before Belin, 38, of Green Cove Springs, received his Florida physician's license, he was charged with passing phony prescriptions at two Clay County Target stores in July and August. He turned himself in to authorities Monday. His license as a podiatric physician was issued Tuesday by the state, according to a Florida Department of Health database
The prescriptions each called for 60 OxyContin tablets and were written in Belin's name and the name of a Texas woman, according to an arrest warrant. Belin recently moved to Florida from Texas. A call to the doctor who supposedly issued the prescriptions proved the clerk's suspicions were right. The doctor said he did not write the orders.
Source: Dana Treen, The Jacksonville Times-Union [8/24/06]
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COMPARE SAFESTEP TO ALL OTHER SHOE PROGRAMS AND SEE FOR YOURSELF
Why SafeStep? SafeStep offers the most shoe styles, the lowest prices and provides the easiest, most profitable way to participate in the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program. Shoes from $39, custom inserts from $69/3 prs. Earn as much as $200 for at-risk diabetic patients you fit with shoes and inserts. SafeStep features Aetrex Ariya, Aetrex Athletic, Apex Ambulator Biomechanical, Apex Ambulator Conform, OrthoFeet, Brooks, Pedors, New Balance, Hush Puppies, Soft Spots, Acor and Santuit. Need a DME Supplier Number? SafeStep sends you the forms you need -already filled out! - FREE electronic Medicare billing FREE billing of Richie and Arizona AFO's - FREE annual patient reminder letters for new shoes - Easy, no-cost returns. GET 5 FREE SAMPLE SHOES WHEN YOU REGISTER. For More Information and to Register for FREE. www.SafeStep.net 866-712-STEP
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PHARMACEUTICAL NEWS |
Merck Releases Analysis On Safety Of Cox-2 Inhibitor Arcoxia
Merck on Wednesday released a preliminary analysis of a large study on the cardiovascular risks of Arcoxia, a COX-2 inhibitor marketed in Europe and Latin America, the Wall Street Journal reports (Won Tesoriero, Wall Street Journal, 8/24).
For the study, which involved 34,000 patients, all participants took either Arcoxia or the traditional nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug diclofenac for an average of 17 months, and 10,000 participants took the medications for two years or more (Berenson, New York Times, 8/24). The study examines whether Arcoxia can increase risk for heart attack and stroke, a problem linked with the COX-2 inhibitor Vioxx, which Merck voluntarily withdrew from the market in September 2004.
According to Merck, the preliminary analysis of the study indicates that Arcoxia does not increase risk for heart attack and stroke more than diclofenac, although participants who took Arcoxia were more likely to end treatment because of hypertension or fluid retention.
Source: American Health Line [8/24/06}
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MEETINGS / COURSES
Register Soon for Unique Heel Pain Program
The American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics & Medicine (ACFAOM) is launching its new Clinical Encounter Series in two unique and rewarding CME programs on Heel Pain – October 28 in San Francisco; November 11 in Miami. Early Bird ACFAOM Member registration fee - $175 – students & residents are free. Recognized national faculty will engaged participants in a dynamic exchange of ideas and hands-on workshops – 8 CE contact hours. Mark your calendar and register now at http://www.acfaom.org/heelpain.shtml
SAVE THE DATE!! SCHOLL COLLEGE PRE-CERTIFICATION PEDORTHIC COURSE FOR PODIATRISTS September 14-18, 2006
The William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science This program will allow podiatrists, upon completion and passing of course exams, to sit for the Board for Certification in Pedorthics (BCP) exam on November 4, 2006, plus be awarded 50 CE contact hours. The program will primarily cover BCP rules and regulations, pedorthic practice management, orthotic manufacturing, and hands-on shoe modifications. Seminar Information: Ellie Wydeven (847-578-8410), www.rosalindfranklin.edu/scpm/ce
For a list of all meetings go to: www.podiatrym.com/meetings.pdf
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QUERIES |
Query: Shoe for Cavus Foot Type
We are inundated with shoes for planus foot types and over-pronators. I have been asked recently by a few people for good dress shoes for women with an anterior cavus foot type. Any suggestions?
Noah Blumofe, DPM, Santa Monica, CA, nblumofe@hotmail.com
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CODINGLINE CORNER
CURRENT TOPICS BEING DISCUSSED ON CODINGLINE'S LISTSERV INCLUDE: -
o 2007 Medicare Proposed Rules o Abrasion Arthroplasty Ankle o Coding Ingrown Nail Procedures o Medicare - Cast Supply Payment o Celestone Soluspan Code
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RESPONSES / COMMENTS |
RE: Non CPME- Approved Fellowship (Kyle Hoogendoorn, DPM) From: Jonathan Haber, DPM
With regard to your question about non-CPME approved fellowships, fellowships are considered to be additional specialized training over and above CPME residency training programs. You get a certificate which has no status with our approved medical or surgical boards. Fellowships are generally done for individuals who want additional expertise in a particular area of specialization. If you have any specific questions, I would refer you to the CPME office in Washington. Jonathan Haber, DPM, Vice-chair, CPME, Chair, CPME Fellowship Training Committee, JHaber4932@aol.com
RE: Multi-office Software With Call Reminder (Jack Buchan, DPM ) From: Linda Koepsel
Eppointments meets Dr. Buchan’s requirements. Staff can make an appointment from one office for another, and it's all real-time. The program also allows you to easily view your schedule from home, or your office manager to call and reschedule patients from her home during inclement weather. Additionally, Patients can complete their new patient and medical history information in advance of their appointment from your website. Another option is to allow patients to schedule appointments online based on your parameters. The software tracks HMO patients: number of visits allowed, used, expiration date and automatically emails to patients: confirm appointments, remind appointments, thank you for visiting, or sorry we missed you.
Linda Koepsel, LKoepsel@EppointmentsPlus.com
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CLASSIFIED ADS |
PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTH FLORIDA
Miami-Dade and SW Ft. Lauderdale, well established surgical practice for sale. This one has everything. Surgery, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Trauma, ER, General Podiatry. Participates in all local and national managed care plans. $850,000 but will discount depending on amount up front. Mature, serious inquires with business experience preferred. Email response to podfootdocs@aol.com ASSOCIATE WANTED – SOUTH FLORIDA
Miami-Dade and SW Ft. Lauderdale, well established surgical practice needs part-time podiatrists to assist in surgical cases and patient volume. Email response to podfootdocs@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW ENGLAND
Terrific Opportunity Now Available in growing New England practice. Well established and respected practice with new, large office space, latest technology, very helpful staff, loyal patients and solid referral base. Close proximity to hospitals with modern surgical suites. Opportunity for shared ownership. Prefer 24 month PSR with clinical practice experience or an experienced doctor looking to improve their situation. E-mail CV and particulars to NEAFC3@aol.com
HOUSE CALL PRACTICE OPPORTUNITY- CHICAGO / NORTHWEST INDIANA
Chicago-Home Physicians specializes in house calls to the elderly homebound. Full and part-time positions available in Chicago/Northwest IN. Competitive Compensation, including malpractice. Contact Scott Schneider. Phone-773-292-4800. Fax-773-486-3548. E-mail sschneider@homephysicians.com www.homephysicians.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TUCSON, AZ
Associate needed for practice in Tucson and Southern Arizona, seeking a hardworking, ethical, and well trained individual. MUST be willing to do all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery, competitive salary is negotiable. E-mail CV to drd@premiersurgeons.com
HOUSE CALL PRACTICE FOR SALE – SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
House Call practice for sale which includes approx. 400 patients and continued referrals. Perfect for solo practitioner. Extremely easy and profitable practice to run. Yearly gross of over $200K. Current DPM is retiring. Financials will also be provided. Please contact ccipinc@ccipinc.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Seeking associate for practice in Ocean County area. Seeking a hardworking, ethical, energetic and well trained (PSR 24/36) individual. MUST be willing to do all aspects of podiatry! Competitive salary and benefits package. E-mail CV to NJFEET@aol.com
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