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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 15,917 Podiatrists Daily
August 27, 2014 #5,148  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 | |
Congratulations to Dr. Howard Roesen of Newport News, VA, winner of a one night stay in deluxe accommodations at the Quincy Hotel in Washington, DC, including a welcome cocktail and continental breakfast. 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 2015 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 week's prize is a dual-core 7" Android tablet.
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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| CORRECTIONS | |
Editor's note: Dr. Joseph's responses in yesterday's Success Tips From the Masters should have read:
Warren Joseph: If I had to choose three antibiotics today, I would choose doxycycline, clindamycin, and cefalexin. Each of these is an oldie but a goody.
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| STATE PODIATRY NEWS | |
Gov Appoints 2 to State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced the appointments of 118 Tennesseans to 52 boards and commissions. "I am honored to make these appointments, and I appreciate these men and women who are so willing to serve in this capacity," Haslam said. "Tennessee will be well-represented on these boards and commissions."
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Drs. Sheila Schuler and Paul Somers |
Drs. Sheila Schuler and Paul Somers of Nashville were appointed to the Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners.
Source: Chattanooga Times [8/25/14]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
CT Podiatrist Appointed to Norwalk Hospital Medical Staff
Dr. Sarah E. Edgar of Greenwich, a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, was recently appointed to the Norwalk Hospital medical staff.
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Dr. Sarah Edgar |
Dr. Edgar completed her three-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Yale New Haven Hospital where she was named Chief Resident in 2013-2014 and was also recognized as Outstanding Resident for two years. She was awarded a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago.
Source: Stamford Plus [8/25/14]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
Aussie Makes Career Change to Podiatry
For 32-year-old Yvette Cunningham the future is in feet. Aware that the writing was on the wall for her science communications job in the rural NSW town of Narrabri, she set about planning and saving for a career overhaul. "Our research facility ran out of funding and I decided that I wanted to have a job that had security and flexibility and allowed me to live in the country, so I did my research and I decided on podiatry," she explains. Initially, she completed some subjects for her three-year degree in podiatry at Newcastle University. Then when the research facility closed, she moved to Sydney, with $15,000 in savings.
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Yvette Cunningham |
As the study ramps up in her final year, she will probably give up her part-time job and move in with her mother before heading back to regional NSW for her placement. It's all worth it, though. "I can't think of anything worse than always having to look for work or not being happy in a job I'm doing for 30 years."
Source: Christine Long, Canberra Times [8/21/14]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Billing Medicare for Poor Care Not a False Claim, Court Rules
A recent appellate court ruling in favor of an Illinois nursing home could shield other healthcare providers from False Claims Act allegations that involve poor quality of care. Last week, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a judgment against Momence (IL) Meadows Nursing Center and in favor of two whistle-blowers, both nurses who used to work at the facility. A District Court ordered Momence to pay more than $9 million under the False Claims Act. The appeals court, however, concluded that the plaintiffs' argument rested on an incorrect application of the “worthless services” theory.
Experts say the ruling reaffirms that the False Claims Act is rarely an appropriate tool for policing medical negligence. “It will serve as a standard by which other circuit courts will evaluate similar cases,” said Gary Eiland, a partner in the Houston office of law firm King & Spalding who works on healthcare false claims cases.
Source: Bob Herman, Modern Healthcare [8/25/14]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Pseudomonas and Group B Strep
This 40 year old African American male presented with erythema and macerated web spaces. He was initially treated by a nurse practitioner and prescribed terbinafine. There is serous fluid and malodor to the area. Initially, I wanted to start him on erythromycin gel, but he had to go to oral due to his insurance. I then prescribed ciclopirox gel.
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Pseudomonas and Group B Strep Infection |
A culture taken last week showed heavy Pseudomonas and group B Strep. I started him on oral Cipro and doxycycline. I have seen him for 3 weeks and nothing seems to be working. Any thoughts?
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Compact CO2 Laser
I'm looking for a good in-office CO2 laser (to be used primarily for warts) that is somewhat compact. Any recommendations?
Name Withheld
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query; Help Coding Neuroma Injections
I would appreciate help with how to get paid for injections of more than one neuroma administered on each foot. Currently, most insurance plans are only allowing for payment for one of the two injections that I give. For example, if I place cortisone injections in the left foot 2nd and 3rd intermetatarsal spaces, they are only paying for one injection (CPT 64455), saying that the other injection is included with that payment. This is also happening with sclerosing injections (CPT 64632).
Danny Albertson, APRN, London, KY
Response: The answer to this question is in the definition of the steroid neuroma injection code(s). It states injection(s) meaning one or more in the same foot. The terminology was a concession that was made when the neuroma injection codes were developed at CPT. Injection of the second foot would be allowed, but will be subject to the multiple procedure discount.
Phill Ward, DPM, APMA CPT Advisor, Durham, NC
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL)MEDICAL LEGAL | |
From: Brian Kiel, DPM
This has come up before. This is such a scam. They get you to write a prescription and charge the patient and/or their insurance company several hundred to over a thousand dollars for something that costs pennies. Secondly, what if the insurance company doesn't pay, which more and more are refusing to do.Your patient is responsible for the cost. Lastly, you get paid a few pennies for this company to make thousands. Skip it. If your patient needs one of these medications, find a local compounding pharmacy.
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Shoes to wear to Kentucky Fried Chicken? |
Source: Submitted by Marty Chalfin
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 3
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
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OFFICE FOR SALE - DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA
20 year old practice in a very high traffic area. Serious inquiries only. Email bafamt@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT
60 miles to Manhattan, 15 miles to Westchester county.Busy solo practice, grossing 250k on 2.5 days a week. Extremely low overhead. Beautiful office building with EMR. Practice shares space and staff with 6 MDs. Amazing referral base and growth potential. All surgery is currently referred out. Serious inquiries only contact: Samalsal@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – AUSTIN TX
Motivated seller. Podiatry practice for sale in a prestigious, highly trafficked area in Austin TX. Very busy, extremely well established multiple podiatry office, consistently seeing up to 80 patients daily and performing over 300 surgeries a year. 8 fully equipped treatment rooms, MLS laser and toenail lasers, digital x-rays, etc. Extremely lucrative practice with strong growth potential. Price reduced to sell quickly. Some financing possible. Serious inquiries only to Jeff Rabkin @ 512-293-7559 or jefreetx@hotmail.com
ASC STAFF PRIVILEGES AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Fair Lawn ASC (ambulatory surgical center) is accepting applications for staff privileges. NJ license needed. Patient transportation available in the tri state area. Equity buy-in available. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Looking for motivated podiatrist licensed in California for a part- time position with possibility of full-time. Please send CV to tjsong01@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN VIRGINIA
Private Orthopaedic Group Practice in seeking rear foot surgically trained podiatrist. Surgical suite on-site; surgical and wound care privileges at 1 hospital. BC or BE required. Base salary + bonus + benefits. Will acquire established practice from podiatrist who is relocating. Email Lindsay McHone, Practice Administrator at lindsayathoc@ntelos.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
Kansas City may be the perfect move for you and your family. We are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded associate who wants to grow and then own part of an already successful practice. If you are the right candidate for this associate position, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package and you will be working with doctors who are as committed to your success as we are to our own. Go to:www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
LOTS OF OPPORTUNITIES - SOUTHEAST GEORGIA STATESBORO
Willing to live in Rural area in a College town. Beautiful weather year round. Seeking experienced, min of 5 years, Family-oriented podiatrist. If you have a great attitude and you are looking to build a long-term relationship with the practice , Don't miss out on this one. Must be PSR-24 trained. Full range of services including Surgical Suite/ Ambulatory Sx Center in the practice. E-mail cover letter & CV to melissafoot@atlanticfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
We are looking for a hardworking entrepreneur-minded podiatrist to fill a position. This practice is a Non-surgical clinic based practice. Competitive salary with full benefits available. Respond with CV to e-mail: Podiatryflorida@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EAST TENNESSEE
30 year old practice with 5 offices in greater Knoxville area seeking ethical, personable, hardworking, team player. $160,000 base salary with bonus incentives and benefits. Post-residency experience a plus. Please send resume to ddavidphawk@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY REGION, NY
Hudson Valley Foot Associates has a great opportunity available! We’re a high-volume, diversified, multi-office group practice utilizing state-of-the-art modalities. Great growth for a personable and motivated DPM. Please visit www.hvfa.com and forward cover letter with CV to info@hvfa.com.
ASSOCIATE WANTED- NY CITY AREA
For nursing home patient care, one morning/ week, 9-12. Immediate opening for NY State licensed podiatrist. Please send C.V. to pgreenberg@msn.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
Great low stress, full time opportunity for a surgically trained podiatrist in a 2-office full spectrum practice. Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. You are highly motivated, board qualified and have great communication skills. Opportunity for a buy-in/partnership in 2 years. Send cover letter and CV toinfo@qualityfootcare.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE- FULL TIME/ PART TIME SOUTHERN IL AND EASTERN MO
opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in southern Illinois and eastern Missouri. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WASHINGTON STATE
Well established, multi office busy practice looking for ethical, motivated podiatrist to work in our offices and see residents in assisted living facilities in greater Seattle area. Russian or Spanish speaking preferred but not required. No weekends. Please send C.V. with salary and benefit expectations omega571@comcast.net
FULL-TIME PODIATRIST WANTED – TEXAS
PSR 24-36 trained multi-dimensional, multi-office group treating a wide range of patients including: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work related injuries. Dallas/Fort Worth Area. Modern offices and equipment. Great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail: Cover letter, CV, Letters of reference to: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Well established practice in Atlantic County looking for a part-time associate. Modern facility with EMR and digital x-ray. Located in a coastal community with a supportive and professional staff. No weekends! Email CV to ShoreDPM@Gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SO CAL COAST
Excellent opportunity for the right doctor. Looking for a young, hard-working, full- time doctor who wants to learn how to run a practice from top to bottom. Need an out-going, very personable doctor to shadow me and practice similarly, someone who would want to take over the practice in the near future. asbf@pacbell.net
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