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September 20, 2016 #5,756  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Dr. Jacob Jones winner of a free registration to DERM in a Day Seminars in Los Angeles or Chicago (Value $349) 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 2017 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. To begin survey, click here.
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This week's prize (2) ShoeZap Ultra Violet Shoe Sanitizers (value $120). 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 | |
CA Uses New Synthetic Cartilage Implant
Podiatrist Dr. Bob Baravarian, with the University Foot and Ankle Institute, said toe arthritis can be caused by an injury or improper foot mechanics. There are a few ways to treat it, but traditional treatments involve replacing worn out cartilage with a metal implant or fusing bones together. Both procedures can lead to months of down time.
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Dr. Bob Baravarian |
Baravarian uses a new option: a synthetic cartilage implant. He said the implant is very similar to cartilage in density and stiffness. "We make a small drill hole in the bone, and then the implant is fitted into the bone," said Baravarian. In FDA clinical trials, researchers report an 80 percent success rate. Experts believe the implant can last up to 20 years, and after that, doctors can replace it.
Source: Denise Dador, Eyewitness News (ABC) [9/16/16]
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| PODIATRISTS AND POLITICS | |
Democratic Leaders Support Write-in Against OH Podiatrist in House Race
Some Democratic leaders are shunning their party's nominee by supporting a write-in candidate in southern Ohio's U.S. House race. Truck driver William Smith has won the 2nd District Democratic nomination twice in the last three primaries. But Smith, who lives with his mother in Pike County, does virtually no campaigning, frustrating party officials in the district. That's why Hamilton County Democratic Party Chairman Tim Burke and party officials in Clermont and Brown counties are endorsing write-in candidate Janet Everhard, a retired gynecologist and surgeon.
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Dr. Brad Wenstrup, an Iraq War veteran and podiatrist, got 59 percent against Smith in the general election and won re-election in 2014 by getting two-thirds of the general election vote. Wenstrup campaign consultant Mark Weaver said Wenstrup isn't focused on what the Democrats are doing. "He's confident that his strong conservative record of leadership speaks for itself and that voters will agree," Weaver said.
Source: Akron Legal News [9/19/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist’s Charity Donates Backpacks to Needy Children
Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon and her colleagues at the Heavenly Productions Foundation of Armonk donated 100 backpacks and school supplies to the students of the Brighter Futures Mentoring Program. The Heavenly Productions Foundation is dedicated to helping children in need or distress, and over the past six years its backpack outreaches have distributed more than 7,200 backpacks.
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Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon with Volunteers from Heavenly Productions |
“We are thrilled to support these young people in any way we can,” said Fallon. “It is our hope that we are providing not only much-needed supplies and backpacks, but also a great start to their school year.”
Source: Eastchester Rising [9/17/18]
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
CA Podiatrist Introduces “Fashion With Function” Footwear Collection
Inspired by Victoria Beckham's recent announcement that she can no longer wear her signature sky-high heels, California and New York-based podiatric surgeon Dr. Joan Oloff has decided it's time to start a true footwear movement for women, where the long held belief in "fashion over function" is replaced by a newfound belief in "fashion with function", and it has been a long time coming.
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Dr. Joan Oloff |
With her AW16 collection, Dr. Oloff will be launching the final iteration of her patent pending technology along with a custom designed heel that will provide the illusion of delicacy, while offering a strong, stable foundation for the body.
Source: WTOL [9/16/16]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY AND TE LAW | |
Aussie Fraudster Gets Jail Time for Fake Podiatry Business
Million-dollar fraudster Andrew Christopher Hurst was able to fool tax officials with fake documents when a $40,000 claim raised their suspicions, a court has heard.The 42-year-old Sunshine Coast dad shed a tear in Maroochydore District Court on Friday as Judge Gary Long jailed him for his six-year, $1,585,413.11 tax fraud.
A podiatry business he claimed to be running from north Brisbane and Pelican Waters was exposed as a fake when he owned up to Australian Taxation Office investigators in 2014. Hurst had used his knowledge as a former Australian Taxation Office customer service officer and as a Child Support Agency financial investigator to devise a scheme by which he set up the fake podiatry business in 2006 and began submitting false business activity statements in 2008.
Source: Stuart Cumming, Queensland Times [9/16/16]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
Dr.’s REMEDY to Launch PaintMePink with Proceeds Benefiting Cancer Research
Dr.’s REMEDY Enriched Nail Care is excited to announce the launch of their new #PaintMePink campaign, with proceeds benefiting cancer research. This groundbreaking initiative will encourage consumers to share their stories of strength and empowerment, and show their support by styling exclusive shades within the collection. This product was introduced in 2007 by two New York based board certified podiatrists, Drs. Adam Cirlincione and William Spielfogel.
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Drs. Adam Cirlincione and William Spielfogel |
Dr.’s REMEDY will partner with Mattia Joyce Castellano, beauty influencer, makeup artist and Vice President of Talia's Legacy Children's Cancer Foundation. As part of the collaboration, a rich, shimmery shade of Dr.’s Remedy gold lacquer will be renamed “Cure Gold”. The shade will be available for purchase exclusively throughout the month, with ten percent of the proceeds donated to the foundation.
Source: SF Gate [9/17/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Four Ways Doctors Can Take Advantage of Long Weekends- Part 2
Approached correctly, long weekends can be a time for enjoyable leisure, rest, and relaxation. Approached like a typical weekend, they might offer no significant benefit. How can we optimize these calendar gifts and still maintain our equanimity? Here are several ways to do so:
2) Avoid the temptation at home to "look up" things online, to mull over patient cases, or to otherwise be engaged in office activities even if you haven't physically taken home a briefcase or patient files.
Source: Jeff Davidson, Physicians Practice [8/19/16]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Amputation with I&D
I performed a procedure which included an I&D of plantar space infection and partial first ray resection. My thought is to use code CPT 28003 for the incision and drainage. Would the amputation of the toe and metatarsal head be included, or is it billable separately (CPT 28810)? The Incision was carried to encompass the partial ray resection and the I&D.
R. Kurt Meier, III, DPM, Brick, NJ
Response: CPT 28003 is appropriate for an I&D that is done below the level of fascia in multiple areas. The description of CPT 28810 reads, "amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single”. If you did not amputate the entire metatarsal, I do not think 28110 is appropriate. For a partial first ray amputation (hallux and part of the 1st metatarsal), I suggest both CPT 28820 (amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint) and CPT 28122 (partial excision [craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy] bone [e.g., osteomyelitis or bossing]; tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus) with a "-59" modifier on CPT 28122.
Now the question is whether you should code both the I&D and the partial first ray resection. If the incision portion of your I&D was actually part of the incision to do the partial first ray amputation, my opinion is that the I&D was a component of the amputation and should not be separately billed. Conversely, if the I&D was its own distinct procedure or independent from the amputation, then it can be separately billed. In this situation, your documentation should indicate that the the I&D was a different procedure or surgery, different site, or a separate incision from the amputation.
Jeffrey Lehrman, DPM, Springfield, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Sy Kessler, DPM
It is with great sadness that I announce that Seymour Kessler, DPM has passed away in Chicago. Sy has long been considered a pioneer of minimally invasive foot surgical techniques in the '70s. Along with a small group of colleagues, he founded what is known today as the Academy of Ambulatory Foot and Ankle Surgery (AAFAS). He had 2 successful podiatry practices in Chicago and was the first medical practice listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
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Dr. Sy Kessler |
He was a major partner of the Chicago White Sox, president of 4 chartered banks, and owned many medical buildings throughout the United States. He always invited doctors from around the globe to visit his office and share his unique techniques. I had the distinct privilege of being his associate for almost 3 years and was treated as a son. He taught me two important things that I didn't learn in school: how to run a successful practice, and more importantly, be respectful of your patients and provide them with the best outcomes possible. He leaves behind his lovely wife June, sons Marty and Ron, as well as his daughter Jori.
Hartley Miltchin, DPM, Toronto, Canada
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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An odd way to recycle artificial nails! |
Source: Janine van den Bosch via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
INFECTIOUS DISEASE/WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - OHIO
Join one of the premiere podiatry programs in the nation. Become a leading expert in our profession. The fellowship has a multi-disciplinary approach to podiatric medicine, surgery, and wound care. Participate in numerous surgical procedures. Be exposed to the world renowned Harrington Heart and Vascular Surgery Institute at Cleveland Medical Center along with research at Case Western Reserve Medical School. Become part of a winning team. Change your future. One position for 24-month fellowship beginning July 1, 2017. Candidate must currently be completing 3-year podiatric surgical residency. Application requests: deborah.mott@uhhospitals.org. Deadline: October 15, 2016. CPME approved.
IMMEDIATE FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
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ASSOCIATE POSITION - BILLINGS, MONTANA
Multi Dr. group, very busy practice with all aspects of podiatry. Interest in wound care preferred. Good salary and benefits. Can lead to partnership in practice, office building, and surgery center. Send CV to demars.scott@yahoo.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR DPM – MINNEAPOLIS/SAINT PAUL
On-Site Podiatry, Inc. is seeking a full-time doctor of podiatry to join our provider team to provide podiatric care to residents in senior care communities. Based in Minneapolis, MN, On-Site Podiatry is a division of On-Site Care, LLC. For over 25 years, On-Site Care has proudly been providing on-site specialty services to senior living communities throughout Minnesota. Competitive salary and a full benefits package is available, including health, retirement, disability, membership, association reimbursement, and travel reimbursement. Qualified candidates may apply here
2017 GRADUATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND
Expanding Long Island based, well rounded group practice seeks 2017 third and fourth year graduating residents or fellows to join our state-of-the-art practices. Our practices are affiliated with multiple hospital systems, surgical and wound care centers and a residency program. Requirements: Caring, ethical, board qualified/certified candidates with surgical training and leadership qualities who are willing to live/relocate to the Long Island, NY metro area. Email CV to: Drbrook@countryfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BROOKLYN, NY
Excellent, growing podiatry practice is seeking a full time podiatrist to add to our current 2 podiatrists. Excellent compensation for qualified candidates. Please send resume to Metropolitanfootcare@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
New associate position available that can lead to partnership. We are a very busy practice providing care in both office and hospital settings. EHR, arterial vascular testing, and ESWT in the office. We are fully integrated in a large tertiary teaching hospital. We are located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hard-working, and committed to quality and patient care. We are offering a competitive compensation package and a wide range of benefits. All interested candidates should send a CV to MFAS828@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MARYLAND
Associate position available for an established practice of 40 years. Must be competent with both office based podiatry and hospital work, including rearfoot/ankle surgery and complex wound management. Very competitive starting salary with bonus, and benefits. Private practice experience and Maryland license preferred, but not required. Full EHR, digital x-rays and newly renovated modern office. Please email: podiatryassociate2995@gmail.com
F/T OR P/T PODIATRIST- PENNSYLVANIA
Expanding, well rounded, multi-site, state-of-the-art group with offices and Nursing homes throughout Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. We offer: Competitive salary Benefits, paid time off, partnership opportunity We're associated with hospitals, wound care centers, and a residency program. Requirements: Hard-working, self-motivated, Non-Surgical OK 2016 graduating residents welcome. Please email CV to: recruiting@foi-solutions.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR DPM - WASHINGTON DC
Established practice in Northwest DC in search of associate with potential for long term. Active DC License required. All facets of podiatry including office, ER, surgery center, hospital surgery, and nursing homes. We are in three offices in the DC area. Applicants should be PSR-24/36. Competitive salary. Significant patient flow. EMR. Laser. Opportunity to get cases for boards. Office / Hospital based practice. Must be board qualified. Come grow with us. Send CV and references to DCMDfootdoc@aol.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - ARIZONA PHOENIX (EAST VALLEY SUBURB)
East Valley 25yr established practice for immediate sale. Dr. retiring/health reasons. Primary and satellite offices, can be sold together or separately. Superb locations, well-equipped. Net collections 200k+. Immediate patient/surgical schedule. EMR (Healthfusion) avail. Ownership in expanding ASIC, ED call at two major hospitals avail. Only 22% MCR. Experienced office mgr. and certified staff willing to stay. SERIOUS inquiries ONLY for immediate sale to qualified buyer. Reply to: AzPodpractice@aol.com
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