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The Voice of Podiatrists
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October 04, 2016 #5,767  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| ANNUAL SURVEY - GRAND PRIZE WINNER | |
Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Hogan of Binghamton, NY, winner of the grand prize, a 4-Night Stay in the Pete Dye Golf Lodge in Casa De Campo, Dominican Republic with resort cart* (value $1,050). *Taxes and service charges not included.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Provides Footwear Advice for Pregnant Women
Back pain is a common pregnancy symptom, and it doesn't always disappear when your baby arrives. Drop in to any physical therapist's office or massage studio and you're bound to see some baby bumps in the waiting room. That's because ligament-loosening hormones, weight gain, and a shifting center of gravity all conspire to cause 2 million pregnant women to cry out from back pain every year, especially between the fifth and seventh months.
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Dr. Jacqueline Sutera |
Supportive sneakers or flat boots are best for everyday use, but if you want some height, try rubber-soled wedges, which distribute body weight across a larger surface area and offer shock absorption. You'll also want to ditch your ballet flats and flip-flops, says New York City podiatrist Jacqueline Sutera, DPM. Instead, wear flats with an arch support or try insoles or orthotics.
Source: Leslie Goldman, Fit Pregnancy [9/29/16]
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| SUCCESS TIPS FROM THE MASTERS | |
Bret Ribotsky: When evaluating venous disease in a leg with a veinous ulceration, how do you image to find the pathology?
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Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus |
Jodi Schoenhaus: You must know the anatomy and understand how to use an ultrasound to image vessels. Visualization is different than looking at muscular skeletal structures. Then you look at, for example, the great saphenous vein. The normal diameter is 4.2mm, but if it's larger, then it's an indication of reflux.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
AZ Podiatrist Chairs Diabetic Foot Symposium at World Union Symposia
Dr. David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Director of the University of Arizona's Southern Arizona Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) became the first person to serve as session chair for four consecutive World Union Symposia. He joined more than 4,000 delegates who packed Florence's Fortezza da Basso for the 5th quadrennial World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS).
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Dr. David Armstrong |
Armstrong's session included leaders from around the world sharing medical, surgical, leadership, and policy secrets to develop programs to help prevent amputation in people with diabetes.
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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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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Vermont Gets Preliminary OK To Move Toward All-Payer System
Vermont has received tentative approval from the Obama administration to establish an all-payer reimbursement system for healthcare providers in the state starting in January. Maryland long has had an all-payer system, but it covers only hospitals. Vermont plans to use an accountable care organization-type structure that would cover all providers. All-payer systems require all insurers, whether private, Medicare, or Medicaid to pay similar rates for services.
Under the state's all-payer proposal, which is modeled on Medicare ACOs, providers would be paid global rates determined by the patient populations and health outcomes. Fee-for-service payments would be scrapped. Some experts say more states should consider such a system to speed the transformation to value-based payment.
Source: Virgil Dickson, Modern Healthcare [9/28/16]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
9 Tips for Surviving after the ICD-10 Grace Period Ends- Part - 5
Oct. 1, 2016. This date has likely been highlighted on many a calendar at physician practices around the country. That's because this date marks the end of the one-year grace period from CMS for practices' use of these new diagnostic codes for Medicare fee-for-service claims. In other words, the flexibility on not having to be specific in ICD-10 coding will end on this day:
5. Focus on the Most Relevant Codes
"Practices should take a look at what changes are specific to the conditions they treat. Also, in the move toward Advance Payment Models, the data received from claim forms could factor into future payments, so we want to make sure we use the codes to the best of our abilities." - Rhonda Buckholtz, CPC
Source: Aine Cryts, Physicians Practice [9/22/16]
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source for Burr Sheath
I am looking for a "burr sheath" pictured in de Prado, et al. Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery, 2009 delineated in Figure 4-28 page 57. Please let me know of any source for this instrument.
Jim Fisher, DPM, Eureka, CA
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Heel Fissures?
We commonly see complaints of heel fissures. Isn't a "heel fissure" by definition an ulcer, whether it be partial or full thickness, and therefore eligible for a debridement code?
Jennifer, Office of Charles Perry, DPM, Cambridge, OH
Response: If you are treating an open wound (e.g., full thickness) beneath cracked and bleeding heel fissures, then CPT 97597 would likely be your code. The more common scenario, however, is a presentation of hyperkeratotic tissue (cracked skin around the heels) without an open wound. There is no debriding of dermis; there is debridement or paring of hyperkeratotic tissue. If that is the case, CPT 11055 is your likely code. And, yes, that is a routine foot care code...and, yes, most payers will not reimburse that code without "at risk" findings present.
Harry Goldsmith, DPM, Cerritos, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
"A good shoe is exactly like a good wine. These shoes are going to stay and last for a long time” (Christian Louboutin).
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Standing the test of time! |
I’ve worn them from the start of my Kern Hospital days in 1976 to my last case September 28, 2016. They were worn only in surgical facilities. Time to get them bronzed.
Source: James E. Rogers, DPM, Nashville, TN
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE - POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP – WESTERN WASHINGTON STATE
Busy group practice needs surgically capable associate, 2-3 year surgical resident to replace well trained doctor leaving practice. West of the sound from Seattle with a great environment: water, mountains and free from the Seattle congestion. All phases of practice with ASC, hospital practice/coverage in an expanding regional medical center. Send resumes to pwa@kitsappodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- ST. LOUIS, MO
Expanding group practice seeks full-time podiatrist to join our team, We have state of the art facilities with EHR, Lasers, EPAT, Digital X-Ray, etc. Candidates must have completed a PSR/36 residency and be well-trained, ethical and collegial. Competitive salary with incentives and benefits. If interested, please contact charlenew@facstl.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS' METRO EAST AREA
House call practice is seeking part-time podiatrists for St. Louis' Metro East area. The podiatrist will treat dermatologic conditions, perform a high percentage of C&C, etc. Familiarity with an EHR system is a plus. For information, please Email CV or write to VisitingFootDocs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MANHATTAN
Full time associate opportunity for a board qualified or ABFAS certified podiatrist to join a thriving practice in Manhattan. New York license required. Partnership opportunity, generous salary and benefits package available. Staff privileges available If interested please email cover letter and CV to: NYpod2016@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FULL-TIME - NJ
Do you have 8 arms and 12 legs? Can you handle a challenge? Associate wanted for amazingly busy practice. Must be surgically trained but conservatively minded. The sky is the limit. Wonderful environment and great support team. Great pay with potential for expansion Bergen County, New Jersey. Please email CV to: jackienjfootandankle@gmail.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 AVAILABLE - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Full time associate position in busy progressive practice in Central New Jersey. Opportunity on many levels. Please send letter of intent and CV to: cherylm@footdoctorsnj.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 FULL TIME OPPORTUNITY IN CHICAGO
Office hours and house calls. Partnership track for right candidate. Financial arrangements to be discussed. Contact chipod12@yahoo.com
FULL-TIME SURGICAL FACULTY MEMBER WANTED - NYCPM
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking a full-time surgical faculty member. Candidate must have completed an approved three-year surgical residency and possess ABFAS RRA qualification or certification and be eligible to obtain an Advanced Limited Permit or the Advanced Ankle Privilege through the NYS Department of Education, pursuant to Chapter 438 Education Law. Candidate must have training and experience in complex ankle trauma and Charcot reconstruction. Position will involve extensive academic responsibilities at the student and resident level, patient care, resident training and research. Please send letter of intent and CV to: jsturm@nycpm.edu
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LONG ISLAND NEW YORK
30+ year old part time practice and professional co op for sale in Cedarhurst/ 5 towns. Own your own office with very low monthly maintenance. Fully equipped with Xray and more, ground level, no steps. Priced for quick sale. Call Dr. Rudolph at 516 316-6690
PRACTICE FOR SALE - OTTAWA ONTARIO
Are you surgically trained with osseous surgical competency? Offering a podiatric opportunity of a lifetime. - a 43 year old extremely high grossing, multifaceted practice (including bone surgery) in one of North America's finest and safest cities. There is a way for you to perform in office bone surgery here, given my proximity to Quebec. I will stay to assist, practice, and introduce as required. My practice has little to no competition -well suited to an experienced podiatrist who wants to change and improve the quality of his/her personal and professional life. dgreenberg@greenbergpodiatry.ca
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