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October 07, 2016 #5,769  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| IN YOUR MAILBOX SOON | |
We've just mailed the October 2016 issue of Podiatry Management. This month's cover story is "Managing You A/R for Greater Profitability: Here's how to get a grip on your uncollected balances". In addition, you'll find a special surgical section and our usual assortment of features and columns.
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYCPM 2016 Residency Fair the Biggest Yet
The New York College of Podiatric Medicine's (NYCPM) Residency Fair coordinators, Traci Bologna, Rebecca Calder, and Vrunda Dalal (all Class of 2018), went all out and produced the largest Fair to date on September 9th. Sixty-six hospitals (plus the U.S. Army) from 16 states plus the District of Columbia were represented; their tables occupied five large rooms as well as the second floor hallway.
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Lisa K. Lee, Dean for Student Services and Enrollment Management, said that the Fair was a success due to the hard work of the coordinators and all of the NYCPM staff and student volunteers who also contributed their efforts. An alumni reception followed the residency fair; the alumni were all "very impressed with our current students," according to Dean Lee.
Source: Footprints [September/October 2016]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Keeping Feet Dry is Key to Preventing Bromhidrosis: NY Podiatrist
Why can some guys go sans shoes without clearing a room? “Some people are just more prone to excessive sweating,” says Michael J. Trepal, DPM, professor of podiatric surgery at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. "Cotton is breathable and allows air to circulate, but can stay soggy," Trepal explains. Instead of switching your socks out every two hours, opt for a pair that wicks moisture away from skin but doesn't stay wet, like wool and certain synthetic blends."
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Dr. Michael Trepal |
How many times have you been running late, jumped out of the shower and dried off just enough to slide on jeans and shove your feet into socks and shoes? You're going to regret the results of the rush in a few hours. "You have to ensure that your feet are thoroughly dry before putting them into shoes to minimize moisture," Trepal says.
Source: Rachel Schultz, Men's Health
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| ON THE LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
PA Podiatrist Speaks at GBS Symposium
Jeffrey S. Gerland, DPM of Narberth, PA recently spoke about foot care, neuropathy, and podiatric issues at the 14th Annual Guillian-Barre Syndrome (GBS) & Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) International Symposium that was held in San Antonio, Texas.
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Dr. Jeffrey Gerland |
Over 500 patients, caregivers, family members, and medical professionals were present. Dr. Gerland also serves as a board member of the GBS|CIDP International Foundation.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
Barry University Professor Presents at the WUWHS
Dr. Robert Snyder, Professor and Director of Clinical Research at Barry University was an invited speaker at the World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS) in Florence, Italy.
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Dr. Robert Snyder at WUWHS |
This symposium, which occurs once every four years, brings together specialists from around the globe to present current research and information that could have an impact on patients around the world. Snyder, a past president of the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care, discussed "Economics of Advanced Therapies" and "Game Changers in Wound Care".
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
Why CMS Wants Surgeons to Code Every 10 Minutes
The comments flooded in after the CMS proposed in July that surgeons collect data on every 10 minutes of perioperative activity. “Undue burden,” the American Medical Association called the suggested requirement. The American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons warned that the approach “is onerous and will result in under-reporting of data.” To stop and code how they spend every 10 minutes of their time would be a tall order to ask of anyone, much less busy doctors and surgeons. So why did the CMS do it?
As the agency explains in its 2017 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, the CMS pays for certain services, like surgery, as global packages, issuing a single established payment “for particular services that we assume to be typically furnished during the established global period,” which can be zero, 10 or 90 days. The problem with this is that the CMS was having trouble with the valuation of its 10 and 90-day global packages, which meant it was paying for it-didn't-exactly-know-what services. To determine precisely what services physicians were providing, “all codes are intended to be reported in 10-minute increments,” as either typical, complex, or critical inpatient or outpatient visits, the CMS said.
Source: Elizabeth Whitman, 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 7
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:
7. Selling Physicians on Better Documentation
"The question we keep dodging is how to get the providers on board with all this logic [associated with ICD-10]. The road block I keep coming up against when I'm doing my best to 'sell' this concept of better documentation [and] more awareness of diagnosis coding is, 'Does this affect my payment today?' The answer is: 'Well, not directly, not today.'
"There are more denials for unspecified codes. For providers who have an EHR that requires that provider to select the diagnoses code prior to the claim being filed, this is an excruciating process that takes a lot of time. How can we convince them of the urgency and the importance for the future? As a coder, I can easily see the significance. If I were the provider, I, too, would need to be sold hard on this." - Jaci Johnson Kipreos, CPC, president of Richmond, VA-based Practice Integrity
Source: Aine Cryts, Physicians Practice [9/22/16]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Pedal Pulse Absence: a Predictor of Death and Cognitive Decline
From: Leonard Levy, DPM, MPH
On September 27, 2016, in a Diabetes Care report by Kamel Mohammedi, MD, PhD, et al. from the University of Sydney, using data from 11,120 patients with type 2 diabetes, it was found that the absence of dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pulses were predictors of major macrovascular and microvascular events, death, and cognitive decline. The role of podiatric physicians as early detectors of this phenomenon can be crucial to quality of life, and even life-saving.
Leonard Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: Second Place for Best Tasting Honey
From: Wm Barry Turner, BSN, DPM
This is my first competition and I learned a lot! I encourage all my peers who have a little outside room to try their hands at apiary. Recently, I read that bees are considered an endangered species. Raising bees can be tax deductible and, in some places, may qualify you for an agriculture break on you homestead taxes. You would not believe how my blueberries harvest has grown since I started raising bees.
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Dr. Wm Barry Turner and his award-winning honey |
I love podiatry, but sometimes at the end of the day, I need something to distract me and maybe give me a little buzz.
Wm Barry Turner, BSN, DPM, Royston, GA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Neil H Hecht, DPM
In the aforementioned article, podiatrists are cited as "not trained at (allopathic) medical school, but rather complete four-year training at podiatric medical school." Although we are specialty trained at colleges of podiatric medicine, we are, in fact, trained as "allopaths". We DO practice allopathic medicine. Why our income is less is probably a reflection of our full scope of practice on a limited portion of the human body, among other factors.
So, I never believed we were anything other than allopathic...
Editor's note: Dr. Hecht's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Ice cream treats for the feet? |
Source: Rhonda Voo via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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
POSITION WANTED
3rd year surgical resident with PMSR/RRA program looking to add value to a growing practice starting summer 2017. Excellent training with emphasis in FF/RF surgery. Experienced in billing. Preference to IL, CO, TN, TX, and GA, but will consider any location. Contact me at footandanklecareer@gmail.com for more information.
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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MADISON, WI
Growing practice is seeking an associate for our Madison Clinics, as well as coverage in our outreach clinics. Partnership opportunity available. Please email CV to: angel.righter@madisonpodiatrists.com
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
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2- PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICE FOR SALE- MASON CITY, IA
Well-established, full range, solo podiatry practice for 34 years. Located in professional building next to hospital. Fully equipped with digital x-ray system. Currently 3 days/w3ek, 5-year average gross $409K and $265K net with growth potential. Call 641-423-1565 after 5PM (CST) or e-mail sbrau@mchsi.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS
Great value & priced to sell. Well-established busy full-time total spectrum practice. Includes (eClinicalWorks) EMR, digital x-ray. Located in 1200 square foot office carefully designed & tastefully decorated. Great location in multidisciplinary medical office building. All inquiries absolutely confidential. Inquiries: retiringpodiatrist@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - VANCOUVER
Podiatry opening with multispecialty group. The Vancouver Clinic is recruiting a BC/BE Podiatrist to join our group. Join an integrated team of orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, physiatrists, and sports medicine physicians. We are looking for a Podiatrist with interest in a non-surgical practice that will focus on diabetic foot care. abarter@tvc.org
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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