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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,527 Subscribers Daily
September 05, 2019 #6,499  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 Alison Garten, DPM of Charlotte, NC, winner of last week's prize a $100 Macys 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 2020 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.
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This week's prize is a La Crosse WiFi Projection Alarm Clock. To begin survey, click here.
***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 COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
FASMA Welcomes NC Podiatrist
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic (FASMA) welcomes Brittany Brower, DPM, to their team! Dr. Brower graduated valedictorian, from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed her three-year residency program at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. She is seeing patients in the Holly Springs and Raleigh, North Carolina offices of FASMA.
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Dr. Brittany Brower |
FASMA now operates with 66 providers, in 38 locations across DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NE Podiatrist Bikes Across America for Charity
An Omaha state senator recently achieved a “bucket list” milestone, completing a bicycle trip across America, despite breaking his hip midway through the ride. State Sen. Robert Hilkemann pedaled into Washington, DC, the end of the 3,500-mile ride, on Aug. 10, then hoisted his touring bike high above his head at the National Mall. Dr. Hilkemann joined a cross-country bike ride organized by the Fuller Center for Housing, a non-profit that rehabilitates homes for the poor.
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Dr. Robert Hilkemann |
The 71-year-old senator, a retired podiatrist, began his ride in 2016 in Seattle and planned to pedal halfway to York, Nebraska. But only miles from the halfway point, he crashed and broke his hip. A couple of screws in his hip later, he recovered and finished the final 1,650 miles this summer in four weeks.
Source: Omaha World-Herald [9/2/19]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
TX and CA Podiatrists Highlight Mexican Limb Salvage Symposium
More than 1,000 delegates from across Latin America descended upon Mexico City last week for the 2019 Endovascular Latin America Symposium (HENDOLAT). In addition to learning the latest in state-of-the art endovascular and tissue repair/lower extremity reconstruction techniques, participants were able to hear from pioneers in interdisciplinary limb preservation.
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Dr. Jeffrey Ross' lecture at HENDOLAT |
This symposium featured Drs. David G. Armstrong and Joseph Mills, who founded SALSA, Jeffrey Ross, DPM, MD and Miguel Montero Baker of Baylor’s STEP program, Giacomo Clerici and Andrea Casini of Bergamo Italy’s renowned unit, as well as Fermin Martinez de Jesus from the San Elian Limb Salvage Center.
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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 | |
Improve Your Patient Communications - Part 1
Here are some strategies to help you refocus and enhance your patient interactions:
1. Develop a welcoming ritual - Your patients will draw their first impression of you within the first few seconds of your appointment, so having a practiced ritual is key. That ritual might include announcing your entrance, smiling, and making eye contact. Proceed by addressing your patient by name, introducing yourself and offering a handshake or other appropriate touch. Acknowledge all visitors, sit down if possible and start the conversation with something non-medical to establish rapport.
Once rapport has been established, elicit your patient’s expectations or goals and ensure there is an opportunity for all of his/her concerns to be shared. You can ask questions such as “What were you hoping we’d accomplish today?” and “Is there something else you’d like to talk about?” Once you have the patient’s agenda, summarize it by listing the issues.
Source: Rohit Uppal, Physicians Practice [8/29/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Exclusion For Promoting Interoperability (PI) Category
I received information regarding the availability of the MIPS 2019 PI exclusion application. Our practice EHR provided a Webinar for 2019. There was information about claiming exclusions for certain Promoting Interoperability measures. An exclusion measure category points would then be re-allocated to a different category in Promoting Interoperability. For instance, if a provider claims the exclusion for the entire Public Health and Clinical Data Exchange category, the points would be re-allocated to the Provider to Patient Exchange category.
Does anyone have information regarding this? Would it be better to claim an exclusion for the entire Promoting Interoperability category if you know you cannot meet all the measures?
Mary Gail Kwiecinski, DPM, Libertyville, IL
Response: It is your choice. You can claim the exclusion from that one PI objective or from the whole PI category.
As far as the one objective, be sure you meet the requirements of the exception. You mentioned claiming an exclusion for the Public Health and Clinical Data Exchange objective. For that objective, you are allowed to use one registry and claim an exclusion from the rest, but claiming an exclusion from the whole Public Health and Clinical Data Exchange objective is a different story. Be sure you qualify for that if you are considering doing it. I do not think most (or any?) podiatrists qualify for an exclusion from the whole objective.
I think deciding on claiming exclusion from individual PI objective(s) (assuming you qualify) versus the whole category comes down to ease and your scoring. If you do qualify for exclusion from one PI objective and your scoring on the other 4 PI objectives is excellent, maybe you only want to claim the exclusion from the one objective rather than the whole category. On the other hand, if you are a small practice, the exclusion from the whole category is super fast and easy.
Jeffrey D Lehrman, DPM, CPC, Fort Collins, CO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
On what basis (studies published in peer-reviewed journals) does Dr. Goolsby support his claim that MIS bunion performed with "three small incisions" is associated with a lower infection rate, swelling, and less pain?
Allen Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
From: John Chisholm DPM
Thank you, PM News, for the kind notice of the passing of my friend Skip. You accurately portrayed the accomplishments of a pioneer in podiatric medicine here in San Diego. I practiced with him for 25 years, and the love he had for his patients was exceeded only by their love for him. He worked part time right up to the time of his passing.
Skip was a remarkable man in so many ways. He was a licensed pilot, a professional musician (Outstanding Guitarist at the Monterey Jazz Festival), an avid hunter and fisherman, and spent his summers working as hunting guide in Colorado. He built a home in the mountains of San Diego with his own hands.
Skip always said, "I just want to keep hunting, fishing, and working until I drop dead." He died while fishing on his beloved Lake Jennings. He went out just like he lived - a winner, on his own terms. I will miss my friend and mentor. So will his patients, family, and colleagues here in San Diego.
John Chisholm, DPM, Chula Vista, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Foot Cake of the Day
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Pre-op surgical cake? |
Source: Sweet Karma Desserts via Julie B. Rosen
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOS ANGELES/ INLAND EMPIRE
Looking for energetic, compassionate and ethical foot and ankle (FT/PT) physician to provide care to patients around the Southern California area. Physician must have his/her own transportation and willing to travel to our 2 offices and additional locations. Socalpodiatrypc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - AUGUSTA, GA
Established group practice seeking PSR 36, Associate lead to Partnership/Ownership. Includes EMR, PADNet, DME, Hospital privileges. All phases of podiatry with wide open opportunities in rearfoot and ankle. Senior doctor retiring at end of year with full patient load to work into. Reply: kkronowski1@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
Multi-specialty wound care and reconstructive surgery group hiring podiatrists to our growing family. Our practice treats wounds within inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunity for general podiatry cases in brand new surgery center. Benefits include health insurance, 401k plan, and paid vacation time. $140k salary plus bonus . E-mail woundcaredocs@gmail.com with CV
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLINTON, MARYLAND
Established practice looking for a full-time podiatrist for our Clinton, MD location. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills including ulcer care, diabetes, surgery and general foot care. Must have a strong office personality with the ability to maintain and attract patients. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. Great location near Washington D.C. and Virginia! Please send C/V to marylandpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TAMPA
Great opportunity in South Tampa for sports medicine, reconstruction. One office, busy clinic, seeing all ages, athletes, and an affluent community. Orthotics, shockwave, stem cell, PRP, minimal RFC and wound care, outpatient surgery. Opportunity in wound centers if interested. Bq/bc surgical podiatrist. Email resume and case logs to drbootztampa@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA
Love the beach? Busy, established practice located in a coastal community is looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! ABFAS board qualification or certification is required. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and individual career and reputation. Must have great people skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Competitive pay and partnership track available. Send CV and contact information to: manager@southbaldwinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - S. E. PENNSYLVANIA
Seeking full time associate for growing, multifaceted practice in SE Pennsylvania. Must be ABPS Qualified/Certified, motivated, personable, compassionate and dedicated. Competitive salary + bonus. Forward CVs to podmedsurg@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST FL
Immediate Position. Associate for busy practice. ABFAS or ABPM BC or BQ. Great interpersonal skills and willingness to work as a team a must. EMR, dig x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, etc. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Established practice seeks full-time ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Podiatrist for our growing practice. Ideal candidate possesses strong clinical and surgical skills. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Hospital privileges, No nursing homes, base $120,000 and generous bonuses. Benefits include medical insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME and malpractice. Please send C/V to DPMOhio@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE/WORK TO OWN POSITION - NEW JERSEY
Doctor needed for busy growing practice in south Jersey. Multiple locations with interdisciplinary work. Facets include private practice, government contracts, DME, and both surgical and conservative care. ABPS qualification or certification necessary. Competitive package starting at $125k and a great opportunity to join a growing successful team. Partnership/ownership available. Must have or obtain an active NJ license. Please send cv to hhfootdoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NORTH CAROLINA
Established group practice seeking full time associate. Both strong clinical and surgical skills required. Training with diabetes and limb salvage a plus. Hospital and surgicenter privileges. No nursing homes! Compensation with base and bonus structure. Benefits include medical insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME, malpractice. Deadline for North Carolina license application is September 9th. please send cv to ncfootandankledoc@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
Busy private practice seeking full time associate who is personable, ethical, team oriented and motivated. ABFAS Qualified/Certified in rearfoot and ankle surgery. Please send CV and cover letter to: paifootandankle@gmail.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SOUTH NEW JERSEY
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MASSACHUSETTS - NORTH OF BOSTON
Well-established, well-rounded, hospital-based practice located just north of Boston seeking full-time DPM. Applicant must be ABFAS Board Qualified/Certified with interest in wound care and limb salvage. We are well integrated within the medical community and are active in both hospital in-patient care and out-patient clinic. Excellent referral base and high volume of new patients. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Excellent opportunity for qualified candidate. Please email CV to footdocsma@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS (JUST SOUTH OF CHAMPAIGN)
Highly motivated to sell practice. Great demand for a residency trained podiatrist to take over busy practice located in Charleston/Mattoon. Buy on contract for $2,000 a month with an upfront deposit and secure mortgage on building after 24 mos. Purchase practice for $130K includes building all equipment, computers, EHR, billing software and receivables. Staff will stay. Revenues are $350K gross/yr. Established in 1992. Contact 217-549-1887 or drjoe@myfeethurt.net
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