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September 24, 2016 #5, 760  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM Honors Faculty at Retreat
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(L-R) Joel Sturm, Dr. Michael Trepal, and Louis Levine. |
Seven faculty members were recognized for the length of their service to NYCPM at its recent Faculty Retreat, including Michael J. Trepal, DPM, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, honored for 35 years, and Patricia Wade, PhD, for 30 years of service. Commemorative plaques were given by Joel Sturm, COO and Vice President of Administration, and Louis L. Levine, President and CEO.
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| PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Wearing High Heels Can Reduce Fat Pads: NY Podiatrist
"The reason heels are bad is because when you are in any kind of shoe that has elevation or a heel, your weight gets shifted forward to the ball of the foot," Jackie Sutera, DPM, a podiatric surgeon at City Podiatry in NYC, tells SELF. "The higher the heel, the more weight and pressure get shifted forward. Your knees and hips then have to push forward and your back has to hyperextend backwards to counterbalance," she explains. This can translate to leg, hip, and back pain. "It misaligns the whole skeleton and that’s in a nutshell why it's really bad for you."
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Dr. Jacqueline Sutera |
"What ends up happening with overuse is the fat pad on the bottom of the foot starts to become a lot thinner over time," Sutera says. "When you don’t have a natural cushion anymore, you can get generalized pain on the bottom of the foot." This pain is called metatarsalgia. The rate at which these fat pads atrophy depends on the person, but over-wearing high heels and even walking around in crappy flip-flops can contribute to the process over time.
Source: Amy Marturana, Self [9/11/16]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
PA Podiatrist Joins Geisinger Health System
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Dr. John Tolli |
John J. Tolli, DPM recently joined Geisinger Health System as a podiatrist. He earned his medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 2012 and completed his podiatric surgery and medicine residency at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton in 2015. Most recently, Tolli served as a podiatrist at Sims and Associates Podiatry in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Source: Hazleton Standard Speaker [9/21/16]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
UK Podiatrist Develops a Unique Footprint Measurement Tool
Footprints at a crime scene provide evidence that can be as crucial as fingerprints and DNA in catching and convicting culprits. But exceptional expertise is required for them to be interpreted correctly and then stand up in court. This is the realm of forensic podiatry – taught to a high level at the University of Huddersfield. ?It is the only UK university that offers a Master’s course in the subject, led by one of the world leaders in the discipline, Professor Wesley Vernon. Now, it has a senior lecturer whose own research has led to the development of an advanced new system of footprint measurement at crime scenes.
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Dr. Sarah Reel |
It has been dubbed the Reel Method and is beginning to be employed by forensic podiatrists and disseminated in specialist publications. It takes its name from the University of Huddersfield’s Dr. Sarah Reel, who developed the technique during her PhD studies, for a thesis titled "Development and Evaluation of a Valid and Reliable Footprint Measurement Approach in Forensic Identification".
Source: University of Huddersfield
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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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Use Gmail to Make Free Telephone Calls from Anywhere
If you have a gmail account, you can make telephone calls free from anywhere in the world. Simply scroll down the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen and click on the "make a call "link.
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Use Gmail to Make Free Calls |
This is a handy feature if you go to a meeting or on vacation and need to call your office or patients. This features works well as long as you have access to a Wi-Fi signal.
Got a useful tip to share with your colleagues? Send it to bblock@gmail.com and become eligible to win a valuable monthly prize. The prize for the best tip in October will be a $100 Macy's gift card.
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: 7 Year Old with Crossover Toes
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Crossover toes in 7 Year Old |
This is a 7 year old child with asymptomatic, cross-over toes. What are the best treatment options, if any?
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Multi-Layered Compression Dressing
When billing CPT 29581 for a multi-layered compression dressing system, does anyone bill for the supplies as well (e.g., "A" codes) or have those typically been included in the payment for the application?
Mike King, DPM, Alpharetta, GA
Response: The costs of the supplies are included in the allowance for the application procedure and not separately.
The key to using CPT 29581 is that you are applying a multi-layer compression SYSTEM. There are specific items that are expected to be used, if you don't purchase pre-packaged kits. While it would be cheaper to put together your own layer materials (same as in the kits), the systems kits are more convenient.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Philbert Kuo, DPM
I'm not sure about post-op shoes but there are CAM walker boots that accommodate up to that size. Brands include Bledsoe and Donjoy.
Philbert Kuo, DPM, Chesapeake, VA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Robert Wunderlich, DPM
I have a patient who wears a size 17, and I was able to fit him into a Darco Body Armor Walker II. This was the only walking boot I could find that would fit him. Gill carries them in both a high and low model. If that doesn't work, another option would be to put him in a short-leg walking cast, or perhaps a slipper cast.
Robert Wunderlich, DPM, San Antonio, TX
Editor's note: This letter has been reprinted from PM News' archives.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (EMR) | |
From: Pamela Bobrow
I saw Dr. Borreggine's posting in PM News and thought this FAQ from CMS would be helpful. Here is the FAQ from the CMS website that talks about the alternate exclusions:
At the bottom of the FAQ, it states: An Alternate Exclusion may only be claimed for up to two measures; then the provider must either attest to or meet the exclusion requirements for the remaining measure described in 495.22 (e)(10)(i)(C).
Pamela Bobrow, ICS Software, Ltd.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Mrs. Malaprops Returns
When asked what her chief complaint was, the patient responded that she had "right ankle pain." She said that she went to the ER and had x-rays and she was told that she had "bone spears" in her ankle. I just wonder if you can bill that as a foreign body? Oh what patients say!
Rich Hofacker, DPM, Akron, OH
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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.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION - AMERICAN PODIATRIC MEDICAL STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (APMSA)
APMSA is the national organization, representing students from all nine podiatric schools, which provides a forum to address and resolve student issues. The APMSA is hiring a new executive director (full-time, on-site position) that is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree with 3-5 years’ experience working with non-profit organizations. Self-initiative with ability to lead a team to satisfy deadlines is expected. Experience in association management preferred. Salary: $70-80,000/year with $7,500 health insurance allowance. For details, please email Arti Karmur arti2.karmur@my.rfums.org
SEEKING PODIATRIST - ST. LOUIS METRO
Progressive podiatry practice in STL Metro area looking to hire within the next two to six months. Practice expanding to additional locations and searching for someone to fit in with our forward thinking and energetic culture. Candidate will also have opportunity to become involved with clinical research studies. Two to three year surgical residency preferred but will consider all candidates with the right attitude. Full time and part-time opportunity available. Interested candidates reply to valerieustin@gmail.com.
PODIATRIST WANTED IN NEW JERSEY
Immediate opening for a podiatrist in New Jersey. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Hours are flexible. Will be seeing patients in nursing homes. Excellent compensation. Please e-mail CV to nk210@aol.com.
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY!
Home Foot Care, Inc. is looking for qualified podiatrists to visit home patients in the following areas: Phoenix, AZ, Las Vegas, NV, Honolulu, HI, Palm Springs/Palm Desert, Los Angeles, Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, and San Bernardino/Riverside, CA. Full/part time, independence, excellent compensation, dedicated support staff, electronic billing/medical records. Email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
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 - SUBURBAN PHILADELPHIA
Multi doctor group has an associate position available to join our busy practice. Candidate must have a minimum PMSR/36 with RRA training. Our practice is extremely diversified with all aspects of podiatry including wound care. If you are well trained, outgoing, personable, and would like to join our team please e-mail a cover letter and your CV to: medstaff1977@gmail.com Contact phone number must be included.
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
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
IMMEDIATE FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Office hours and house calls. Partnership track for right candidate. Financial arrangements to be discussed. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities in New Jersey. Great opportunity for full-time or part-time income. Email inquiries to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
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