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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,041 Subscribers Daily
September 29, 2015 #5,484  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. William Spielfogel of Brooklyn, NY, winner of last week's prize, 1,000 Podiatry ICD-10 Docuforms Superbill (Value $240). 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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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Podiatrist Joins LMH Staff
Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) recently announced the addition of Amanda L. Quisno, DPM, to the active medical staff.
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Dr. Amanda Quisno |
As a podiatrist, Dr. Quisno practices with Foot & Ankle Specialists of Central Ohio, Inc. She received her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine Degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence. She completed a podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Grant Medical Center in Columbus.
Source: Newark Advocate [9/26/15]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
3 OR Podiatrists Named "Best of the South Coast"
More than 40,000 votes cast by 2,700 individuals for favorite businesses on the South Coast were chosen for theater, doctors, and so much more.
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(L-R) Drs. Ryan Pederson, William Bennett, and John DiMaggio |
In the podiatrists section, readers selected Dr. Ryan Pederson — South Coast Orthopedic Associates, Dr. William Bennett — Bay Area Foot Clinic, Dr. John DiMaggio — Southern Coos Specialty Clinic as winners.
Source: The World [9/27/15]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
OK Podiatrist Cites ICD-10 as Reason for Early Retirement
Dr. Frank Aaron, owner of the Woodward Foot Clinic is retiring on Oct. 1 after 40 years of committed service helping people take care of the very foundation of their bodies, their feet. “I've done just about everything one can do as a podiatrist, and I've enjoyed my work very much," he said. “The only things that I have disliked over the years are government and insurance intrusion. It makes things more difficult for both the patients and doctors who care for them.
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Dr. Frank Aaron (Photo: Richelle Baker) |
"I could very well have continued practicing until I was 75 and that was my original plan, but the government is changing disease classifications from ICD-9 to ICD-10 which will be initiated Oct. 1st. All of the old disease classification codes will be done away with on Sept. 30th. There will be great chaos in the medical community, doctors won't be able to see as many people as they have been because it will take more time to document. All so that the government can have more information on everybody. It's the reason why I've decided to retire now,” Aaron said.
Source: Richelle Baker, Woodward News [9/27/15]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Seven Ways to Beat Telemedicine at Its Own Game - Part 1
Have you ever wondered if payers are helping primary care by offering complimentary access to care through 24/7 telemedicine physicians, payer-owned and operated health centers, or drug store clinics? Or are these efforts undermining the physician/patient relationship that is the supposed key to patient engagement (and thus bending the healthcare cost curve)?
Here's what I suggest physicians do to address this competition:
1. Accept that these alternatives are not going away.
Especially since current primary-care shortages are being forecasted in many areas. Complain and protest as we might, it's a Don Quixotic fight that distracts from the core strategy of out-servicing our new competition.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, Physicians Practice [9/16/15]
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| QUERIES (EMR) | |
Query: Greenway PrimeSUITE for EHR
My hospital is using Greenway PrimeSUITE for EHR. I find this system cumbersome to create templates. There are podiatry templates that I can import, but they are incomplete and not intuitive. I was wondering if anyone has used this system and if there are any help/tutorials that I could use.
Denis J. Lamontagne, DPM, St. Johnsbury, VT
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Recommendations for Software
We are a 3-doctor practice and are switching the billing from outside to here in the office. We are looking to find a software system that can handle our podiatry-specific needs and would welcome any suggestions that you may have. We are using Amazing Charts which is an HL-7 based system that we are generally very happy with. We will, of course, be utilizing electronic submission, and still need to figure out the process of sending statements out as well.
M. Dusty McCourt, DPM, Eugene, OR
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Don Peacock, DPM
I am a proponent of MIS surgery and I feel the debate on fixation is off-topic when discussing the advantages of MIS foot surgery. I have performed the Katzen modified MIS Wilson and was personally taught this surgery by Dr. Burton Katzen. His technique is incredible and the results are great in the appropriate patient.
That being said, some patients require fixation and some do not. The decision to use fixation lies mostly in what...
Editor's note: Dr. Peacock's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Ed Cohen, DPM
There are some podiatrists doing great surgery on bunions using either limited fixation or non-fixation. The trend in medicine is toward minimally invasive surgery. This movement in podiatry began 40 years ago and has really seen some state-of-the-art advancements which give better functional and cosmetic results.
Advantages of minimally invasive foot surgery are that it is a safer technique when working with the higher risk and geriatric patients who are not good candidates for...
Editor's note: Dr. Cohen's extended-length can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Richard Adams, DPM
In my opinion, the Mindray Z6 is the best model for all uses in a clinical or surgical setting. It exhibits precision with guided injections, but also performs admirably for diagnostic ultrasonography and vascular analysis. It is quite cost-effective, with the price point being many thousands of dollars below its competition.
Complete disclosure necessitates that I note my consulting arrangement with Mindray. However, I was using the Mindray Z6 long before any financial arrangement was ever considered.
Richard Adams, DPM, Granbury, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Banned by PETA? |
Source: Elisabeth Thorsen via Virtual Shoe Museum
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MEETING NOTICES
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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
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 - 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- CENTRAL FLORIDA PART TIME
Associate position desired for an established podiatry office in Central Florida for all phases of office based podiatry. Please send CV and inquiries to feetwork@hotmail.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
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED - HOME FOOT CARE, INC-
Looking for podiatrists to service the following areas: Las Vegas, Nevada, Oxnard/Ventura County, Santa Barbara, Lancaster/Palmdale, San Bernardino/Riverside, Palm Springs/Palm Desert. Full or Part-time available, Full/Part time available, flexible schedule, independence, excellent compensation, electronic billing/scheduling, great support staff. If interested, email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com check us out @ www.footdocs2u.com
ASSOCIATE –PARTNERSHIP- OWNERSHIP FAST TRACK- CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA
If you’re bright, articulate, and skilled in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery with a prime focus on the biomechanics of foot and leg function, I’m interested in you. Earn what you’re worth and live in Silicon Valley. Send resume to setdpm44@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.
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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - 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 - 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 286cme@gmail.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
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – 30 WATT DIODE LASER
30 Watt Class IV Diode Laser. This laser is for not only pain and physical therapy but also for the treatment of fungal nails, ulcers and wounds. Second hand piece for warts and for the excision of skin lesions. Only used 6 months. Contact: Podiodoc@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
PRACTICE WANTED
Two 3rd year residents seek to buy a practice financially stable to sustain two podiatrists. Well trained in conservative care, forefoot surgery, and wound care. Willing to move anywhere and start practicing in July 2016. Ideally selling physician would stay on during transition period. Please email footdoctors2016@gmail.com with more information.
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