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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,032 Subscribers Daily
September 05, 2015 #5,464  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. Ed Cohen of Gulfport, MS winner of last week's prize, a one year subscription to ICDTenHelp.com (Retail $150). 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 2016 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 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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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the September 2015 issue of Podiatry Management. This special issue features the cover story "Orthotics & Biomechanics: Enhance Outcomes, Boost Revenue". In addition, you'll find the usual assortment of features, including our columns and a CPME-Approved CME.
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| PODIATRISTS IN SPORTS | |
CT Podiatrist Becomes First Amercan to Swim Loch Ness
It was a monster challenge for a Connecticut woman who spent almost 12 hours crossing Loch Ness in Scotland last month. Dr. Marcy MacDonald, 51, survived the incredibly cold water and swam her way into the record books, one stroke at a time. MacDonald was in 51 degree water in just a bathing suit for 11 hours, 59 minutes and 11 seconds. That's how long it took her to swim across Loch Ness on Aug. 2.
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Dr. Marcy MacDonald |
On that day, she became the first American to swim the 23 miles. MacDonald said she was encouraged to do it by a friend and fellow swimmer. MacDonald is a podiatrist in Manchester, where pictures from her high school days on the softball field are on the walls, along with proof of her accomplishments on the water. One of her accomplishments is the record she holds for the 15 times she swam the English Channel.
Source: Mark Zinni, WFSB [9/2/15]
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| PODIATRIC TRAGEDIES IN THE NEWS | |
Criminal Charges May be Files in Crash Which Killed CA Podiatrist
A Visalia woman may face criminal charges stemming from the Aug. 10 crash that left Tulare podiatrist Dr. Joseph Reynolds dead. Reynolds, 76, died at the hospital a week after the crash. California Highway Patrol Officer Scott Harris said his office is recommending Megan Chang, 31, be charged with vehicular manslaughter stemming from the crash.
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Dr. Joseph Reynolds |
Reynolds served in the United State Marine Corps, completed a church mission in France and Belgium, and graduated from the California College of Podiatric Medicine. He opened podiatric practices in Tulare, Visalia, Hanford, and Salt Lake City. Reynolds was also appointed to the Tulare Planning Commission and served in the city council from 1983 to 1987.
Source: Luis Hernandez, Visalia Times-Delta [9/3/15]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
MI Supreme Court to Hear Podiatric Case
Two podiatrists, Dr. Randy Bernstein and Dr. Kenneth Poss, entered into a business relationship. They eventually separated when Bernstein accused Poss, as well as the attorney who authored the corporate entity, of fraud. Bernstein sued the attorney for legal malpractice and breach of fiduciary duty for fraudulently working with Poss to defraud him of his business interests. The issues are whether Bernstein's claim for legal malpractice accrued at the time the defendants discontinued the provision of generalized legal services and whether those services were "the matters out of which the claim for malpractice arose" under MCL 600.5838.
Bernstein, DPM v Seyburn Kahn Ginn Bess & Serlin
Source: Detroit Legal News [9/1/15]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
CA Podiatrist Indicted for Healthcare Fraud
A federal grand jury returned a 20-count indictment today against Dr. Franklyn Collier Jones, 52, of Fresno, charging him with healthcare fraud and making false statements relating to a healthcare matter, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced. According to court documents, Jones practiced podiatry in Fresno. Between 2010 and 2015, Jones allegedly billed Medicare for surgical procedures called avulsions and matrixectomies that he did not perform. In fact, Jones allegedly performed only routine foot care on the patients, such as clipping of toe nails. Jones allegedly billed more than $141,000 for these surgical procedures during this time period.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice [9/3/15]
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL/LEGAL) | |
Query: Nerve Conduction Studies
Kindly comment on the use of nerve conduction studies (NVC) in podiatric practice. l feel the utilization of NCV studies could be very useful diagnostically and prognostically for patients who experience symptoms associated with symptomatic peripheral nerve disorders (diabetes, numbness, parasthesias, tarsal tunnel, nerve entrapment disorders, etc.). However, I recently read an article from the National Gov't Service (Medicare) that this test is considered a "screening" and should NOT be considered a complete study by any doctor unless this doctor performs an EMG concurrently and possesses "specific credentialing requirements to perform the test."
Howard Dinowitz, DPM, Brooklyn, NY
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Billing Service Provider
I am in desperate need of a billing service provider. The ones I have checked out are NueSoft, American Health Care Billing Service, Dr. Billing Services, and SMB Medical Billing, to name a few. Please post your thoughts on any of these or others, especially if you have personal experience. I am a sole practitioner who bills about $600K per year, if that's a factor.
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Billing CPT 28285
I would like to know if I can bill for a hammertoe correction, CPT 28285 with a capsulotomy/tenotomy, CPT 28270. This is what the doctors report says: "Sharp and blunt dissection was used to create a plane between the subcutaneous and capsule at the level of the proximal interphalangeal joint, after which time a transverse tenotomy capsulotomy was performed." I would also like to know if I can bill the same code, CPT 28285, with CPT 28272. I thought the capsulotomy was already included in CPT 28285.
Della Roes, Lake Havasu City, AZ
Response: The CCI edit will allow CPT 28270 to be billed with CPT 28285 because they are on different joints; interphalangeal and metatarsophalangeal, respectively. However, CPT 28272 cannot be billed with CPT 28285 because they are the same joints - interphalangeal.
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Best kept under glass. |
As seen at Saks Fifth Avenue -- New York
Submitted by Lloyd Nesbitt DPM, Toronto
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE, SURGERY & BIOMECHANICS
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking podiatrists interested in the education and training of future doctors of podiatric medicine. Applicants must be at least board-qualified in either ABPM or ABFAS with preference for dual board certification. For further details, please see https://jobs.westernu.edu/. Academic rank will be commensurate with scholarly and clinical credentials. To be considered, please send letter of intent, curriculum vitae, 3 references, and salary expectation to https://jobs.westernu.edu/. Western University of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University embraces diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates from historically underrepresented groups.
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – EL PASO TEXAS
A busy multi-office practice seeking a fulltime three year trained associate podiatric physician. Candidate must demonstrate outstanding clinic skills, clinic judgment and business ethics. Great benefit package with competitive salary offered with opportunity of partnership and additional investment opportunities. Please email CV with references to prljammin@hotmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WALDORF, MARYLAND
Well established practice with multiple offices located just south of Washington D.C. Practice amenities include EHR, digital x-ray, state-of-the-art surgical suite, shoe stores, PADnet, and large support staff. Recently renovated hospital minutes away. This is an extremely busy practice with high patient, new patient, and surgical volume with both forefoot and rearfoot surgery. We enjoy a large referral base due to our own practice marketer. We are looking for a highly motivated, personable individual. Must be well trained in a PMSR-36/RRA forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Competitive base salary with bonus structure.Send CV to: feet_r_neat@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL ILLINOIS
Are you unhappy in your current associate position? Are you a third year resident looking at Ads thinking - they all look the same? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can help grow a practice and are you an energetic TEAM player looking to work with all-stars? Then WE have the position for you! Fast paced practice in Central Illinois is searching for a ROCK star to join our growing team. Please visitwww.HeartlandFootAndAnkle.com (look under employment opportunities) for details regarding this unique opportunity! We can’t wait to meet you!
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, great benefits including malpractice coverage . Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
We are looking for a part or full-time Associate with a passion for learning, growing, and treating patients from start to finish. The ideal candidate should have both surgical and non-surgical experience, be willing to work hard, and always put patients first. Benefits include a full compensation package with salary, insurance, a private office, and more. If you start every day with a passion to help others and a positive attitude, this job’s for you! To find out more information email Dr. Amannda Richline at dramanndaglynn@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEWTOWN, CT
Seeking associate for solo podiatry practice that operates within a multi-specialty medical practice. Must be able to start by November 1st. 60 minutes to NYC. Full time or part time. Competitive salary and benefits with option to purchase practice. Excellent opportunity for the right person. Please email CV and references to: bbrick2@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - WISCONSIN/TEXAS/OKLAHOMA
Podiatrists needed to join the nation’s largest growing, most technologically advanced and expertly managed nursing home medical and podiatry practice. We ensure your success by providing an established patient base, scheduling and billing assistance, medical assistant, allowances for equipment, coverage of travel expenses, and the newest tablet-technology EMR system to dramatically reduce your workload so you can spend more time providing quality care to patients. We offer generous benefits and flexible scheduling: base salary available, bonus opportunities, malpractice coverage, matching 401(k), health insurance benefits. Part-time positions available. Send CV tocareers@aggeus.org. Call 866-216-5518, ext. 305. www.aggeus.org. Confidentiality assured
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
You're not looking for a typical podiatry practice. We're not looking for the typical podiatrist. We need another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with doctors who are committed to your success. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details
1 YEAR FELLOWSHIP IN RRA SURGERY
Get additional experience in arthroscopy, fusions, trauma and complex hindfoot/ankle deformity corrections. Must be BQ by ABFAS in foot & RRA or on track to be. CV, DPM school transcripts, director LOR, LOI. ALSO AVAIL Associate pos, now or Aug '16: must be RRA BC or BQ, ability to work indep on complex cases. Long hours, hospital rounds, ER calls, office calls. great work ethic needed. Superstars only. LOI, LOR from director, CV Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - NEUROGENIX 4000 PRO
Like new, 100% functional Console, pads, start kit & instruction manual. Asking $13000 OBO new over $18000 + Also: Biosound Esaote MSK US w cart use for guide / exams flash card save. Asking $3000 OBO klamdpm@hotmail.com
DESIRABLE LOCATIONS TO SUBLET AND SHARE - NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY
Midtown, Gramercy, Financial District and Plainview (North shore of Long Island) turn-key. Extremity MRI, Extremity CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound, digital xray in selected offices. Fair Lawn ASC,LLC a dedicated certified ambulatory surgical center for foot and ankle surgery accepting applications for staff privileges 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM
PRACTICE FOR SALE - HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA
Prominent 25 yr. hospital-based practice for sale. Extremely busy, contracted with most health plans. Mix of surgical and nonsurgical patients. Well diversified, includes staffing contracts with 12 outside multispecialty centers. Next to hospital, affiliated with 3-year surgical residency program. Only podiatry group in building. For more information email mattm@thompsonhall.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – BONITA SPRINGS, FLORIDA
15 year old well established satellite podiatry practice for sale immediately. Well-equipped treatment rooms, digital x-ray. Located in busy multispecialty medical building with very busy Urgent Care Clinic, Outpatient Surgical Center, pharmacy, CT and MRI imaging center. Email bonitaspringspodiatry4sale@gmail.com
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 16,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 16,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@podiatrym.com or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at (800) 284-5451.
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