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October 04, 2006 #2,705 Editor-Barry Block, DPM, JD

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We’ve just mailed the latest issue of Podiatry Management. At 226 pages, this is our biggest October issue yet. This month’s theme is shoes and podiatry. It features over a dozen articles and columns devoted to this timely topic. We’ve also published part 2 of America’s Most Influential Podiatrists. Rounding out the issue, is a variety of interesting and informative articles and columns.

Flip-Flops Best Utilized In Gyms: NC Podiatrist

Don't let your guard down after your workout either, says Jane Andersen, a podiatrist in Chapel Hill, N.C., and a spokesperson for the American Podiatric Medical Association.

Dr. Jane Andersen

Warm, wet locker rooms are hot beds for microbes. Showers, in particular, "are notorious for carrying lots of germs like fungi that can cause athlete's foot," she says.

Other foot hazards: bacteria that could infect an open wound and viruses that cause plantar warts. So get some flip-flops, pack them in your gym bag, wear them in the locker room and then take them home and let them dry out before using them again.

Source: Jacqueline Stenson, MSNBC [10/3/06]

Weiner Re-Appointed to OH Medical Quality Foundation Board

Governor Bob Taft today announced appointment of Dr. Richard D. Weiner to the Medical Quality Foundation Board.

Dr. Richard D. Weiner

Richard D. Weiner, from Columbus, was reappointed to the Medical Quality Foundation Board for a term ending July 20, 2009. Dr. Weiner has Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and is Residency Director at Grant Memorial Hospital in Columbus, OH.

Some Medical Schools Say No to Drug Reps' Free Lunch

Stanford, Yale and the University of Pennsylvania have adopted policies to create a brighter line between medicine and marketing.

On Oct. 1, Stanford University School of Medicine in California closed its last avenue for pharmaceutical marketing on campus, shutting down drug company freebies no matter what their size. The ban includes everything from free lunches to pens touting the latest medication to hit the market. Also, pharmaceutical sales representatives must make appointments if they want to talk with physicians. The stricter rules come after the school prohibited drug samples several years ago, except at medical students' free clinics.

The University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine put a policy similar to Stanford's into effect July 1. Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, CT., banned all drug company gifts to physicians in 2005 but still allows free drug samples.

Source: Myrle Croasdale, AMNews, [10/9/06]

Query: Barouk Shoe

Does anyone know where I can find the true Barouk shoe?

Alan Kalker, DPM, ajkalker@facstaff.wisc.edu

RE: Stuart Leeds, DPM

I first met Stuart many years ago at an AAPSM meeting. He was always a humble and understated forefather to the specialy of podiatric sports medicine. He and I communicated many times about things over the years. I will miss his insights and friendship.

Lloyd S. Smith, DPM, Newton, MA

RE: New CMS 1500 Forms
From: Paul Kesselman, DPM

If you can avoid it, don't order anymore current CMS 1500 forms! From Jan 2, 2007 through March 30, 2007 CMS will accept the current version of the CMS 1500 form or the new version.

As of April 2, 2007 the current version of the CMS 1500 form will no longer be accepted and will be totally replaced by the new version.

The major difference between the two forms is the new form will enable you to place your NPI number in the field labeled NPI and your current legacy number in the unlabeled block above each NPI field.

Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY, pkesselman@pol.net

RE: The OIG and Podiatry
From: Lloyd S. Smith, DPM

APMA worked with the OIG on several projects over the years. We rarely felt we were fairly and openly treated. We were promised opportunities to comment on their findings, but were not given that opportunity.

I do not think podiatry has been singled out, but simply the entire goal of the OIG is to investigate all areas that receive government funding. They are not your friends. They are very powerful investigators.

One word of caution - make sure you respond to audit requests from Medicare and other insurers. Make sure you understand what is being requested and provide that information in a timely fashion. If you are concerned about a significant and wide ranging audit, get appropriate legal advice before responding.

Lloyd S. Smith, DPM, Newton, MA, lloydpod@yahoo.com

WELL ESTABLISHED PODIATRY PRACTICE IN MT. AIRY, NC

Dr. John H. Hodges had a well established podiatry practice in Mt. Airy, North Carolina that is either for sale or in need of an associate/partner to come on board to take over patient care. Dr. Hodges unexpectedly passed away in January 2006, leaving approximately 3,500 patients without a podiatrist to care for them. This is a unique opportunity to be able to begin work in an extremely busy podiatric practice. If interested, contact Carolyn McMackin at (336)577-2886 or cmcmackin@triad.rr.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW ENGLAND

Terrific Opportunity Now Available in growing New England practice. Well established and respected practice with new, large office space, latest technology, very helpful staff, loyal patients and solid referral base. Close proximity to hospitals with modern surgical suites. Opportunity for shared ownership. Prefer 24 month PSR with clinical practice experience or an experienced doctor looking to improve their situation. E-mail CV and particulars to NEAFC3@aol.com

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Merging practice and I have an office full of equipment for sale. No reasonable offer refused. Great for new practitioner or second office.Two older PDM treatment chairs. One surgical table, also great for orthotic casting. Variety of hand surgical tools, waiting room chairs, cast cutter, etc. Call and ask! Need to clear out office by Nov 1, so I'm motivated...Paul Busman DPM Troy, NY 518-272-6881, 518-229-6668 Cell.

NURSING HOME ASSOCIATE NEEDED- PHILA AREA

Extremely high volume nursing home and home care practice. Well-established and respected Suburban Philadelphia practice seeking an associate who is hardworking. Full-time or part-time available. Very busy practice which can be worked every day and be very lucrative for a hard-working individual. No nursing home further than ½ hour away from office. Email CV and contact info to: mrgpod@hotmail.com or fax CV to 610-668-5175

PRACTICE FOR SALE/ASSOCIATE/PARTNERSHIP - WASHINGTON, DC

Established busy practice for sale in hospital's medical building. Fully equipped. All aspects of podiatric medicine/surgery. Large diabetic practice with wound care clinic. Large referral base. Hospital to be renovated and expanded. Charcot, forefoot, rearfoot, orthopedics. Residency required for privileges. Moving - will stay for transition. Associateship until purchase. Unbelievable potential to expand. Will finance sale with adequate down-payment. Serious inquires only. Contact scottr0666@yahoo.com

IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE NEEDED - PHILLY SUBURBS

High volume office-based practice suburban Philadelphia. Very diverse, all ages seen. Sports medicine, trauma, forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Full-time office, near hospitals for surgery, consults, and in-house pt. care. Candidate must be hard-working dedicated to pt. care and well-trained. Needs to be personable. PSR12/24/36 Board Certified/Eligible required for a fast-paced, fun atmosphere to work. Email CV and contact info to: mrgpod@hotmail.com or fax CV to 610-668-5175

POSITION WANTED - SOUTHEAST

Seeking position as associate, partner or to purchase practice. Licensed in FL, GA, AL, and TN. 35+ years of active practice in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Available immediately (770) 403-2874 or handor@aol.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE - TEXAS

Practice for sale in fast growing suburb of Dallas, TX. Fully furnished office in medical building on busy street. General Podiatry, including routine care, orthotics, surgery, etc. Currently part-time office, can be full-time. Hospital privileges available. Excellent Opportunity. Must sell fast. Please respond to: P.O. Box 796757, Dallas, TX 75379 or fax contact info to: (972)267-1815.

ASSOCIATE POSITON - SOUTHEAST TENNESSEE/ NORTH GEORGIA

Immediate position available or will wait for the right individual. Unique practice opportunity in growing multi-physician/multi-office practice. Well established/cutting edge within the medical community. Close proximity to hospitals as well as opportunity to become involved with a free standing podiatric surgical center. Must be BQ/BC. Minimum PSR/24. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefits. E-mail CV to afcjen@hotmail.com

ASSOCIATE POSITION-INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR – FLORIDA

High Income position for ethical hard working podiatrist, great for semi-retired or to supplement office practice, part time. Must have Florida license and active Medicare/Medicaid numbers. FAX CV or Resume to 727-785-4697

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