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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,418 Subscribers Daily
October 12, 2020 #6,786  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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Results of last week's poll |
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| PM NEWS QUICK POLL |
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Do you expect to continue suitable telemedicine visits post-pandemic?
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC | |
IL Podiatrist Pivots to Survive During The Pandemic
Mary Ann Bender, DPM of Weil Foot and Ankle Institute is a small business superhero. The OakPark-River Forest Chamber of Commerce recently asked her, "What is one thing you have had to do to "pivot" to survive the Covid shutdown?"
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Dr. Mary Ann Bender |
"Initially, I worked part-time hours, with limited staff, and patients spaced out to avoid contact with each other. As the pandemic continued, I decided to merge my private practice with a larger one to provide my patients with the safest environment possible and to offer security for my practice," says Dr. Bender.
Source: oakpark.com [10/9/20]
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT - PART 1 | |
MO Podiatrist is Distinguished Speaker at RSOT Annual Meeting
H. John Visser, DPM was a distinguished speaker for the annual meeting of the Romanian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (RSOT). Due to COVID-19, the meeting was held virtually.
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Dr. H. John Visser |
Dr. Visser's lecture titled “The Really Bad Flatfoot”, featured a series of complicated flatfoot deformities of various etiologies with detailed thought process of revision surgical management. The speaker line-up consisted of well known European orthopedic surgeons/traumatologists.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT - PART 2 | |
U.S. Podiatrists Interviewed on UK Blog
Ivan Bristow hosted his Foot Expert, the Podiatric Dermatology Blog, on International Podiatry Day, October 8, 2020 to a maximum capacity audience of podiatrists in the UK in a virtual interactive open chat forum.
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(L-R) Ivan Bristow, Drs. Annette Joyce, and Joel Morse |
The expert panel - Annette Joyce, DPM, Joel Morse, DPM, Jill Gibson, DPM, and Dianne Ashcroft, DPM commented on global trends in lower extremity DERM. Challenging case studies were presented from the October Dermfoot conference, and a fun time was had by all.
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC | |
HHS Phase 3 Provider Relief Funding Expanded
HHS is making a larger number of providers eligible for Phase 3 General Distribution funding, including:
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Providers who previously received, rejected, or accepted a General Distribution Provider Relief Fund payment. Providers that have already received payments of approximately 2% of annual revenue from patient care (Phase I which was received as an automatic deposit from HHS and Phase II which required an application and was either approved or denied based on funds received in Phase I) may submit more information to become eligible for an additional payment.
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BIG CHANGE. Healthcare providers that began practicing January 1st through March 31st 2020. This includes Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, dentists, assisted living facilities, and behavioral health providers.
Apply early (applications will be accepted from October 5 - November 6, 2020)
Source: Cindy Pezza [10/9/20]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Several times 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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Today's Featured Article |
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| RELEVANT RESEARCH | |
Weight-bearing CT will Become the ‘Standard of Care’ in Foot and Ankle Surgery
With the body of literature growing fast, weight-bearing CT will become the standard of care in foot and ankle surgery, according to a presenter at the virtual American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Annual Meeting. “What will be the role of weight-bearing CT (WBCT) in foot and ankle surgery? In my opinion, it will definitely change our practice,” Cesar de Cesar Netto, MD, PhD, an assistant professor in the department of orthopaedics at the University of Iowa, said. “It is already happening, and I do not think there is any turning back. There is no way around using WBCT for assessing foot and ankle pathologies.”
Dr. de Cesar Netto said many WBCT concepts have already influenced his practice, and he hopes they will help to influence other practices for specific pathologies. He said WBCT can be of use for hallux valgus, and there are currently 30 publications on PubMed that research the relationship between WBCT and hallux valgus.
Source: Max R. Wursta, Orthopedics Today
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| MEDICAL-LEGAL TIP OF THE DAY | |
Presenting Your Medicare Case to the ALJ- Part 11
28. What if you naturally speak quickly? Not good. Speak slowly. Watch any news show and concentrate on the speed of the person delivering the news. They always speak slowly and deliberately and that is how you should speak during the hearing.
29. When is it okay to interrupt the judge when she is speaking? Never. The judge can and will interrupt you, but you are NEVER EVER to interrupt the judge when she is speaking. When the judge is speaking, you are silent. Period.
30. What determines the outcome of the hearing, and how long will it take the judge to decide? In most cases, your letter brief/proposed decision and the first two minutes of the hearing will determine the outcome of the appeal. You may be upset to read this, but the outcome of most jury trials is determined by the time the opposing attorneys have finished their opening statements—before a shred of evidence has been presented. If your letter brief/proposed decision presents a convincing argument supported by appropriate medical sources, and your two-minute, common-sense presentation rings true to the judge, chances are you will win.
Source: David Mullens, DPM, JD, How to Win Medicare Appeals
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| MEDICAL ECONOMICS | |
This graph shows the effect of the pandemic on staffing levels.
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Source: Physician's Practice®'s 2020 Staff Salary Survey |
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Denis LeBlang, DPM, Nick Turner
There is a company in Los Angeles called Osada, Inc. They have the equipment that you need to drive the Shannon 44 burr. You will be happy with their equipment.
Denis LeBlang, DPM, Congers, NY
Many physicians have opted to use the Osada Portable All-in-One PEDO-30W drill unit along with the Shannon for in-office MIS. DocShop Pro carries this unit and all other Osada units. Additional saw options are available as well to complement your Shannon.
Disclosure: I am the Vice President of DocShop Pro.
Nick Turner
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Connie Lee Bills, DPM
I am shocked. I wouldn’t have actually touched the child, but definitely would have insisted that the mother deal with it immediately. I’ve had a similar situation during a procedure with a child. It was horrible.
Connie Lee Bills, DPM, Mt. Pleasant, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 3 | |
From: George Jacobson, DPM
Drs. Jacobs' and Shea's comments go well with my recent posts about the “no show” new patient. There is a change as they both described which leads to the lack of keeping a new appointment as they are still just rude customers. Maybe they even order food and don't pick it up. Once these new customers are seen by us physicians, most of us naturally convert them to patients who do garner some respect for our care.
Most value the physician-patient relationship that we develop and become lifelong patients that help build our practices. There was another old adage that says "like refers like." When I first started in practice, I saw everyone's worst patients. In some cases, I was their 4th podiatrist. A well-established colleague and friend, Henry Merritt, DPM, told me not worry that someday I'd be able to "weed the garden." Pull out those weeds (charts) that don't have you feeling better after they leave. Yes, our lives matter too! If there is no legal need for me to follow a patient, we just won't invite the rude customer back. I hope you noticed that I turned them from a patient to a customer.
George Jacobson, DPM, Hollywood, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear when walking Scooby-Doo? |
The look evokes a cartoonish vibe that Twitter wasn’t going to let slide. Culture vultures online are decrying the haute hoof as a dupe of Scooby-Doo’s paws. The canine comparison was first flagged on Twitter by fashion writer Hannah Tindle, who posted a side-by-side shot of the sandal from Givenchy’s lookbook and a picture of Scooby’s haunches, and cartoonist Cathy Nolan says it’s pretty on point.
Source: Suzy Weiss, New York Post [10/7/20]
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
FACULTY POSITION -- DES MOINES, IOWA
The College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery (CPMS) at Des Moines University seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position that will participate in academic, clinical patient care, scholarly, and service activities within the College, University and community. Qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting a CV and cover letter to www.dmu.edu/employment where detailed information about the position is available. Candidate review and interview scheduling will commence immediately
ASSOCIATE NEEDED - WESTERN NY
Growing practice seeks well trained associate who is willing to contribute to the growth and devlopment of the practice. Surgical skills a must. Exceptional personality to meet and treat patients a key requirement. Competitive salary with benefits. Contact: Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION- WESTERN MI
Practice seeking experienced podiatrist for a part time associate position. Opportunity to practice without ownership responsibilities. Competitive compensation. Flexible schedule. Multiple surgical options/opportunities. Contact: Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST- NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NW FLORIDA/COASTAL ALABAMA
busy, well-established practice, EHR, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound. Offering competitive six-figure salary w/bonus structure, health/malpractice insurance, and PTO. PSR-36 required. Partnership path to motivated and compassionate associate. Must obtain Florida and Alabamalicenses. Send CV: Brentmharwood@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS credentialed fellowship avail, must be BQ ACFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - MASSACHUSETTS
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Homes in the Boston, MA vicinity. Positions available immediately. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Established, rapidly-growing practice is seeking a full-time associate podiatrist with potential for partnership track. We are a multi-location private office in the greater Winston-Salem area excelling in comprehensive, protocol-driven care. Competitive salary plus bonus options and attractive benefit package. Must be licensed in NC. Interested? Email CV to ncpodiatrist@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW YORK
Seeking a highly motivated individual interested in evolving in private practice to a wealthy and knowledgeable affiliate entity with a large surgical based podiatry group. Surgeons with a two or three year residency preferred. Come join and Let’s keep New Yorkers on their feet! Please email your CV at podiatrynewyork@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORHAM PARK, NJ
Well-established practice looking to hire an associate for a part time/full time position. Must be surgically trained, willing to work hard, and grow the practice. Highly competitive salary. Modern office with the latest and most advanced equipment. Partnership potential. Please send CV to: Drsteinberg@florhamparkpodiatry.com
IMMEDIATE OPENING – PENNSYLVANIA
Multi-Office Podiatry Clinic. Hiring both surgical and non-surgical podiatrists. Generous Salary. Bonus pay schedule. Benefits. LARGE SIGNING BONUS. Send CV to Penndoc@Verizon.net
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PRACTICE FOR SALE- NYC & LONG ISLAND
Selling 3 part-time general podiatry offices, together or separately, well established, excellent growth potential in Bushwick, Brooklyn, Rego Park, Queens and Franklin Square, Long Island. All fully equipped with very low overhead. Priced to sell. Turn-key, will transition. Great starter office or secondary office. wperez1000@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- BOCA RATON, FL
35 year old practice, great location in central Boca Raton. General practice specializing in sports medicine and orthotics. 25% routine care. Great potential for surgically oriented podiatrist. Willing to stay for transition. 561-306-3399.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - COMPLETE PODIATRY HIGH-FREQUENCY DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEM (HF PXS-710D)
“Almost New” Immaculate Condition. Only 3 years old. Less than 250 x-rays taken. Works Great! Never any issues! Comes with 2 monitors, computer, and everything you need to start using immediately! Purchased new from Henry Schein. Motivated to sell! Email: Costello.JosephM@Gmail.com
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