|
|
|
|
.gif)
|
PMNews
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
| PM News | |
The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,025 Subscribers Daily
September 23, 2015 #5,479  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
E-mail us by hitting the reply key.
COPYRIGHT 2015- No part of PM News can be reproduced without the
written permission of Barry Block
|
|
| ANNUAL SURVEY NOW ONLINE - WIN VALUABLE PRIZES |
Congratulations to Dr. Benjamin Saviet of Brighton, MA, winner of last week's prize, an ICD-10Seminar DVS Set. 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.
 |
|
This week's prize |
This is also your opportunity to vote for the next DPM and Non-DPM inductees into the PM Podiatry Hall of Fame.
|
|
|
| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Residency Fair Introduces Seniors to Dozens of Programs
Days before NYCPM welcomed the Class of 2019, the College hosted its annual Residency Fair, at which members of the Class of 2016 have a chance to learn about the programs they might want to join; at the Fair, the programs were often represented by NYCPM graduates. According to Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management Lisa Lee, “it was great to hear how much our current students are viewed as strong candidates and in demand.” More than 50 programs in hospitals and medical centers were represented.
 |
|
Joshua Lisonbee (2017), Olga Chagin (2017), and Adam Falivene (2015) |
The following students served as Residency Fair coordinators: Abigail Dunklee, Alisha Poonja and Yu Ting Saw, all Class of 2017. The Fair’s sponsors were Valeant, Bako, Lenox Hill Radiology, Mega Air and the NYCPM Alumni Relations Association. Following the Fair was an alumni reception that welcomed our graduates back and allowed them to socialize and catch up with faculty and friends.
Source: Footprints [September 2015]
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
MD Podiatry Group Sponsors Local Race
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC ("FASMA") doctors and staff came out early on Sunday morning to show their support for runners on September 13, 2015, at the annual Parks Half Marathon in Bethesda, Maryland. The Parks Half Marathon is an event created by the Montgomery County Road Runners Club (MCRRC) to “showcase one of the most extensive metropolitan parks systems in the country while providing runners with a competitive, top-notch race (www.parkshalfmarathon.com).” The course ran through preserved parkland along the Rock Creek Stream Valley and ended in downtown Bethesda.
 |
|
(L-R) Drs. Lee Firestone, Hadley Rakowski (Executive Director of FASMA), Drs. Erin Robles, Caitlin Madden, and Danielle Venegonialsen |
Many of FASMA's doctors are very involved with the local running club. Dr. Lee Firestone, a member of the MCRRC, ran the half marathon as a pacer and volunteered in the Medical Tent afterwards. Drs. Caitlin Madden Erin Robles, and Danielle Venegonia stood at the FASMA tent with sample orthotics, handing out information and giving advice to runners about various foot problems and treatments.
|
|
| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Eagerly Awaits Pope Francis' Visit
Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon, an Armonk resident, won two tickets to see the papal procession through Central Park. "I'm really looking forward to it," Fallon said. "I think he will bring a spiritual awareness to all Catholics and to people of different religions.
 |
|
Dr. Kathy Reilly Fallon |
Fallon said she thinks Pope Francis is doing a great job. "He's a person we look up to," Fallon said. "He reaches out to people and touches them spiritually. I'm quite excited to see him."
Source: Sam Barron, White Plains Daily Voice [9/21/15]
|
|
| MEETING NOTICES | |
Former Palo Alto Sports Medicine Fellows Reunite at AAPSM Meeting
Five former fellows and fellowship director Amol Saxena, DPM of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF) participated in the AAPSM Meeting Sept 11-13, Westpoint Academy, NY. Maggie Fournier, DPM presented on the female athlete triad (now termed RED-S by the International Olympic Committee). She was also named to the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine (AAPSM) Board .
 |
|
(L-R) Maggie Fournier, Rajan Patel, Andrew Yun, Elise Nelsen, Marie St. Louis, and Amol Saxena |
The the PAMF Sports Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship has been in place since 1999. Fellows have published and presented over two dozen papers, volunteered for athletic competition medical coverage, and participated in mini-fellowships in Europe.
|
|
| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Number of People at High Risk of Fracture Set to Double by 2040
A study finds that within just a few decades, more than 300 million men and women worldwide will be at high risk of fracture – placing a serious burden on healthcare systems, especially in Asia. A study from the University of Southampton and Sheffield Medical School in the UK projects a dramatic increase in the burden of fragility fractures within the next three decades. By 2040, approximately 319 million people will be at high risk of fracture – double the numbers considered at high risk today.
In this first study to estimate the global burden of disease in terms of fracture probability, the researchers quantified the number of individuals worldwide aged 50 years or more at high risk of fracture in 2010 and projected figures for 2040. The calculations were based on data derived from FRAX, the most widely used risk assessment algorithm.
Source: International Osteoporosis Foundation News via MDLinx, [9/21/15]
|
|
| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Eleven Things to Never Say to Patients - Part 6
6. "I completely understand where you're coming from."
While physicians should empathize with patients, it's impossible to understand their exact experience. Even when a patient presents as a textbook case, there are other factors at play that make a particular situation unique.
Socioeconomic disparities and readiness to learn are just two of the factors that heavily influence where patients are in their medical journey. Physicians should simply meet patients where they are, while seeking ways to improve quality of life. Assumptions that you understand exact patient experiences are best avoided. - Lauren R. Cummings
Source: Steph Weber, Physicians Practice [9/7/15]
|
|
| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: Registry for Meaningful Use
I am having some difficulties with this and I think others are too. How do I start to document and for which registries do we need to report on and then upload?
Stu Kitton, DPM, NY, NY
|
|
| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: ICD-10 Coding: Abscess Foot
When coding for the treatment of a foot abscess, do you also include B95-97 to identify the organism likely causing the abscess?
Bill Hughes DPM, Council Bluffs, IA
Response: For all of the ICD-10 L02- (cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle) codes, we are directed to "Use additional code to identify organism (B95-B96)".
If you know the organism based on culture results, I suggest you choose the appropriate code to identify that organism. If you do not know the organism, I suggest that you do not guess, but rather do not code any organism at all.
Jeffrey Lehrman, DPM, Springfield, PA
Codingline subscription information can be found here
APMA Members: Click here for your free Codingline Silver subscription.
|
|
| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
There have been a lot of discussions on this topic all over the Internet. The bottom line seems to be that the default installation of Windows 10 is NOT HIPAA compliant. On the Microsoft website under personal data we collect, it clearly states that they "Collect content of your files and communications", including the body of emails, as well as instant messages. To me, that says if you have patient information on your computer, it will also be on the Microsoft computer, and it is not compliant.
There are settings to make it more secure. I am not sure if they bring Windows 10 up to HIPAA standards, but they are easy to implement. See ZD Net atricle and Wired article for details.
Al Musella. DPM. Hewlett, NY
|
|
| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
 |
|
What happens when you step on a beehive? |
Source: Francis Bitonti via Virtual Shoe Museum
|
MEETING NOTICES
|
|
|
|
|
NEED CME CREDITS FAST?
PODIATRY MANAGEMENT'S AFFORDABLE ONLINE CME
You can Earn up to 50 CPME-Approved CME Contact Hours Online
Earn 15 Contact Hours only $195
(Only $13 per credit) http://www.podiatrym.com/cme.cfm
All required credits can be taken online for AL, AK, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MI, NV, NJ, NM, ND, OH, OR, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, WV, WI, & WY
Partial required credits can be taken online for AZ, CT, FL, GA, ID, KY, IL, IA, MO, MT, NE, NH, NY, NC, OK, PA, PR, TN, TX, VT, WA, and DC
Choose any or ALL from 30+ CME Category-1 articles posted
|
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Village Podiatry Group, a subsidiary of Extremity Healthcare, has opportunities for motivated, talented, and board qualified or certified doctors to start immediately. Ideal candidates have 5+ years’ experience and knowledge of coding/billing. EHI currently offers the following ancillaries: Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Vascular Intervention Centers, Compounding & Retail Pharmacy, JACCHO Accredited Pathology lab able to perform Anatomic Pathology, DNA & Pharmacogenetics. We are also adding Hyperbaric Medicine, Wound Care and other ancillary services. Our successful model is built to enrich the physicians and their efforts. Serious inquiries to Tony Brzezicki, HR, tbrzezicki@extremityhc.com or fax (770.874.1748). EHI offers a competitive benefits package.
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, go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com
PART-TIME POSITION- CENTRAL NJ
Well established podiatry practice is looking for a hard working and motivated individual to work in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Please send CV to: advancedfoot1@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WALDORF AND CLINTON, MD **IMMEDIATE HIRE**
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. This is an extremely busy practice with high patient, new patient, and surgical volume. We are looking for a highly motivated, personable individual. Must be well trained in a PMSR-36/RRA forefoot and would like someone with rearfoot surgery experience, but not required. Competitive base salary with bonus structure. Relocation fees will be covered if able to join practice immediately. Send CV to:feet_r_neat@aol.com
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 - 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. If you are an entrepreneurial-minded doctor who wants to grow and eventually own part of an already successful practice, go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DC/MD/VA
Experienced practitioner or recent residency graduate needed! Come join our team of top docs. Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC needs help in our busy, multi-faceted group practice, with all the bells and whistles. We have all the administrative, marketing, and assistant help in place to help make your practice with us a success. See patients, do your charting, and leave the rest to us. Please email your resume and cover letter to newdpm@footandankle-usa.com. We look forward to receiving your information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL & SOUTH NJ
Well established Podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for hardworking and very energetic Full-time Podiatrist to do House-calls In Central and South NJ. Salary 100k plus Bonuses. Must have NJ Podiatry license and Medicare number. Position available starting mid-October. Please email your resume to lraginsky@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TEXAS
Suburban North Dallas. Exceptional opportunity for the right individual. Seeking well trained (PSR 24+), ethical, hard working, motivated individual to join our group practice of 3 podiatrists. Full scope of podiatry including office, hospital and surgery center work. Partnership opportunity for the right individual. Well rounded practice with competitive salary/benefits package. Please send letter of intent, CV and current photo to dpmopening@gmail.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
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
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.
|
| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICE FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PODIATRY MEDICAL PRACTICE - NORTHWEST MONTANA
Immediately available due to illness. Four treatment rooms, 1,400 square feet, digital x-ray, up-to-date computer and software. 150,000 drawing area. Will exchange practice for lease on the office space. Beautiful location surrounded by the Rocky Mountains with excellent hunting, fishing, skiing, boating, and hiking opportunities. If interested send email to: wlranch@montanasky.net or call (406) 752-4988 or (406 )250-1756
PRACTICE FOR SALE – LONG ISLAND
Two independent podiatry practices located in Commack and Oyster Bay, NY. Currently grossing 1.1 million dollars. Available for individual or combination sale. Conservative care philosophy with great surgical potential. 7,500 patient visits annually. Asking 1.1 million dollars. Willing to stay on for gradual transition. Please contact bombbustr7@aol.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
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.
|
| Disclaimers |
Acceptance and publication by this newsletter of an advertisement, news story, or letter does not imply endorsement or approval by Barry Block or Kane Communications of the company, product, content or ideas expressed in this newsletter. Podiatric Medical News does not represent the views, and is a separate entity from Podiatry Management Magazine and Podiatry Management Online. Any information pertaining to legal matters should not be considered to be legal advice, which can only be obtained via individual consultation with an attorney. Information about Medicare billing should be confirmed with your State CAC.
THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR
ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS
PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE.
If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient or an
employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the
intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination,
distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly
prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please
immediately notify me and you are hereby instructed to delete all
electronic copies and destroy all printed copies.
DISCLAIMER: Internet communications cannot be guaranteed to be
either timely or free of viruses.
| | Guidelines |
- To Post a message, send it to: bblock@podiatrym.com
- Notes should be original and may not be submitted to
other publications or listservs without our express written
permission.
- Notes must be in the following form:
RE: (Topic)
From: (your name, DPM)
Body of letter. Be concise. Limit to 250 words or less). Use
Spellchecker
Your name, DPM City/State
- Subscribers are reminded that they have an ethical obligation to disclose any potential conflicts of interest when commenting on any product, procedure, or service.
| |
|
Browse PMNews Issues
Previous Issue | Next Issue
|
| |
|
|
|
