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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,022 Subscribers Daily
September 16, 2015 #5,473  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. David Shainberg of Memphis, FL, winner of last week's prize, a one hundred dollar 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 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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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
KY Podiatrist Discusses Stress Fractures and Activity
If you are one of the many Dancing with the Stars fans out there who is anxiously awaiting the start of a new season, you may have heard about reigning champion Rumer Willis’ foot problems over the summer. Rumer suffered a metatarsal stress fracture in her right foot in June and has been in a walking boot ever since - until recently.
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Dr. Matthew Ellsworth |
"Metatarsal stress fractures can be very painful and are often aggravated with weight-bearing activity. This means that even Rumer, the daughter of Die Hard‘s mighty John McClane (Bruce Willis) likely experienced pain and discomfort with her injury. Swelling, tenderness, and bruising also may occur with metatarsal stress fractures," says podiatrist Dr. Matthew Ellsworth.
Source: kyforward.com [9/14/15]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY |
New Office Marks 22nd Location of Ankle and Foot Centers of GA
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Drs. Michael K. Bednarz and Shamir Bhikha |
Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia, a respected statewide podiatry organization, announced the opening of its 22nd location in Roswell, Georgia. The new Roswell office will feature the services of Drs. Michael K. Bednarz and Shamir Bhikha. Both doctors have many years of experience in their field and are also currently serving patients at the existing Alpharetta and Woodstock locations.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Canadian Podiatrist Provides Tips for Buying Kids Shoes
While kids’ feet don’t generally swell after long walks like adults’ feet do, it doesn’t hurt to go shopping for shoes in the afternoon to ensure there’s adequate room, says Dr. Brad Sonnema, a podiatrist in Edmonton. “When trying on shoes, children aren’t always very responsive and they don’t know what to look for,” says Sonnema.
To find out if the shoe truly fits well, have your child try on the shoes with socks. Have her walk around in the shoes for ten minutes, then take off the socks. Inspect your child’s feet for signs of redness – that will give you an indication of whether you need to go up a size. If the shoe is slipping out or rubbing against the back of the feet, then it’s too big. Sonnema prefers this method to the age-old “there should be a thumb’s width between the tip of the shoe and the big toe” rule. If one foot is larger than the other, go for the shoe that fits the larger foot.
Source: Seema Persaud, Walmart Live Better
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| MEETING NEWS | |
AAPSM “Tools of the Trade” Meeting in New York a Success
Under the chairmanship of Rob Conenello, DPM, this past weekend, the AAPSM greeted over 130 registrants at The Historic Thayer Hotel in West Point, New York who came to hear top sports medicine speakers from all over the world. Exhibit space was sold out, and shoe companies gave out over 100 pairs of free shoes.
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Attendees at AAPSM “Tools of the Trade” Meeting |
Attendees were treated to not only state-of-the-art workshops and lectures, but also panels consisting of some of the top sports medicine professionals including Ludger Gerdesmeyer, MD, Simon Bartold, Mark Cucuzzella, MD; Jonathan Beverly – Editor of Running Times; Amol Saxena, DPM and Rich Bouche’, DPM.
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| RESEARCH STUDIES | |
Two Topical Analgesic Creams Superior to Voltaren Gel for Chronic Pain
Cream I (20% Flurbiprofen, 5% Tramadol, .2% Clonidine, 4% Cyclobenzaprine and 3% Bupivacaine) and Cream II (20% Flurbiprofen, 2% Baclofen, 0.2% Clonidine, 10% Gabapentin and 5% Lidocaine) were significantly more effective than Voltaren gel (1% diclofenac sodium) for patients with chronic extremity, joint, musculoskeletal, neuropathic, and other non-cancer pain conditions. Click here to read full abstract.
Source: Univadis Clinical Summaries [9/11/15] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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| ICD-10 UPDATE | |
One Symptom of ICD-10: Doctor Anxiety
The nation’s healthcare providers are under orders to start using a new system of medical codes to describe illnesses and injuries in more detail than ever before. The codes will cover common ailments: Did a diabetic also have kidney disease? But also included are some that are far less common: whether the patient was crushed by a crocodile or sucked into a jet engine. The more than 100,000 new codes, which will take effect on Oct. 1, have potential benefits, as they will require doctors to make a deeper assessment of many patients.
But the change is causing waves of anxiety among healthcare providers, who fear that claims will be denied and payments delayed if they do not use the new codes, or do not use them properly. Some doctors and hospitals are already obtaining lines of credit because they fear that the transition to the new system will cause cash-flow problems.
Source: Robert Pear, The New York Times [9/13/15]
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Health Savings Accounts Growing, Especially Among the Better Paid
The number of people with health savings accounts has ballooned, but higher-income families are much more likely to fund the accounts, a new analysis found. The number of health savings accounts, or HSAs, has been growing by about one million a year, reaching more than 6.5 million in 2012, according to research published this week in the journal Health Affairs. The analysis covered eight years, although the accounts have been around for more than a decade.
Health savings accounts let consumers save and pay for medical care, free of federal income taxes. Balances are carried from year to year, and consumers can often invest the money for tax-free growth. The accounts are not available to everyone, however. They must be used with a specific type of health insurance plan with a high deductible (at least $1,300 for a single person in 2015).
Source: Ann Carrns, The New York Times [9/11/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Evaluating Six Electronic Patient Engagement Tools - Part 5
5. Bluebutton (health data download)
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Bluebutton |
Pro: "It's interesting to me. I think as you start to put things out there and see what sticks, it's good to have options, [like Bluebutton], available to patients."
Con: "Even though it has been popular with the [U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs], I don't think there is large uptake outside of that."
Source: Adapted from Keith L. Martin, Physicians Practice
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Internal Hardware Coding
Can commercial payers be billed for internal hardware (screws) in an outpatient office setting? If so, what might the codes be? If not, can the patient be billed?
Jennifer Patronik, Mecklenburg Foot & Ankle Associates, Charlotte, NC
Response: Yes, you can bill for implants used in surgery. The most common code I have seen billed in L8699 (prosthetic implant, not otherwise specified). You should pre-authorize this (and a tray/room fee) by providing the payer information about the implant. In-office surgery may not be worth it if you are not compensated for your material and fixed costs. Also make sure that the implant you use is considered medically necessary for the surgery you are doing.
It would not be a bad idea to ask about the reimbursement rate. There are a number of versions of surgical screws out there: standard, cannulated, dual thread, etc. There can be a significant variation in the cost of these items. If your payer only allows a certain amount for screws placed in surgery, then you may need to choose between the various options out there to make it cost-effective for you.
If the screw is not covered, you could bill the patient as long as the payer doesn't have in your contract that you cannot or that the item is included in the surgical professional allowance. Make sure you have the patient sign an ABN or equivalent. Screws are not cheap. You can not balance bill them simply because you believe the reimbursement for the screw is not adequate.
Tony Poggio, DPM , Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Kenneth Stone, DPM
Kenneth Stone, DPM was killed in a motor vehicle accident on 9/11. He lived in Rockford, IL and worked in Freeport, IL. He was 54 and a SCPM 1987 graduate.
Doug Mason, DPM, Kingston, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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"Wood in" heels? (Photo: René van den Berg) |
Source: Chris Donovan via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CHICAGO
Chicago. Office and housecalls; projected income $140-180K. Base salary and bonus structure are flexible. Malpractice and mileage allowance are paid. Partnership track is available. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST FL
Growing practice in Southeast Florida needs a strong provider to assist in keeping up with demand. A wide array of services are provided including in office procedures and hospital based surgery. Office hours include evening and Saturdays. Opportunity for partnership after 2 years. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.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 visit www.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 WANTED – NAPLES, FLORIDA
Great opportunity for PSR- 24/36 BE/BC podiatrist with strong surgical skills to join multi-office practice. Hospital privileges available at 648 bed hospital system, 200 bed hospital system and multiple surgical centers. Florida has a great scope of practice law and we rotate for ER call at all 4 hospitals. Candidate needs to be ethical and motivated. Established practitioner or new practitioner Email CV to Drgordon@gulfcoastfootcare.com.
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 - RICHMOND, VIRGINIA
Motivated DPM needed for busy practice to work in our 2 offices. Outside retirement facilities are an option. Hospital and surgery center privileges available. Send CV to PO Box 8211, Richmond, VA 23226 or odiel@comcast.net.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY
Are you ready, willing and eager to join a wonderful podiatric office! Immediate opportunity for a well-rounded, board qualified or certified podiatrist to join our office. State-of-the-art with EHR, Digital x-ray, ultrasound. Experience preferred. Base salary plus bonus , health insurance, 401K. Email:njfootdr722@gmail.com
1 YEAR FELLOWSHIP IN RRA SURGERY & ASSOCIATE POSITION
Get more experience in arthroscopy, fusions, trauma & complex hindfoot/ankle deformity corrections. Must be BQ or BC in foot & RRA or on track to be. CV, DPM school transcripts, director LOR, LOI. ALSO AVAIL Associate position , now or Aug '16: must be BC by ABFAS, ability to work independently on complex cases. Long hours, hospital rounds, ER calls, great work ethic needed. Fellowship experience preferred, not mandatory. LOI, LOR from director, CV. great salary, bonus, partnership buy-in. Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
INFECTIOUS DISEASE/WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP
One position for a 24-month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2016. Candidate must have completed a PMSR residency. Fellows training includes all aspects of a multidisciplinary faculty practice and clinical training opportunities in the medical and surgical management of wounds. Deadline: October 15, 2016. UHRMC, 27100 Chardon Road, Richmond Heights, OH, 44143, Phone: 440-516-8704 Deborah.mott@uhhospitals.org CPME approved program.
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 1- PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Satellite office for sale. Originally was four days a week full time. Has been reduced to two very busy days per week due to health reasons. Only podiatrist located in a small town with small town charm. Great area to raise a family. About an hour to an hour and a half to the beaches, forty five minutes to Tampa, Orlando and the attractions. Great fishing, hunting, affordable golf and loads of lakes for skiing or recreation. Great potential for the right person. If interested please respond to 628cme@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - KANSAS CITY METRO CITY
Well established, successful practice in prime Kansas community. Full array adult, pediatric services. RFC less than 10 percent. Strong commercial mix. High level of patient, physician referrals. TRAKNET EHR. Equipment purchased- no leasing. Owner would assist buyer in transition. Contact Mike Crosby @ MCrosby518@gmail.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
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
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - CYNOSURE PINPOINTE FDA-APPROVED LASER
TAKING ALL BEST OFFERS/WILLING TO NEGOTIATE. Laser is in like-new condition. Price includes laser, original fiber optic cable, 3 laser goggles, laser temperature gauge, manuals, marketing materials AND shipping. Laser is in Queens, New York and also available for pickup. Photos available. Contact docrahulpatel@gmail.com or call 917-620-3168.
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
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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