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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 19,243 Subscribers Daily
October 17, 2017 #6,037  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR PM FUTURE STARS | |
Nominations Open for PM Future Stars
Starting in 2018, Podiatry Management Magazine will be publishing a new feature highlighting young practitioners. We are asking our readers to nominate potential candidates who are making a difference. We invite you to send us the name of a young practitioner (less than 10 years since graduation) and why s/he should be recognized. Self-nominations will be accepted. Simply write to bblock@podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
Ankle Injuries Often Require Immediate Medical Attention: CA Podiatrist
Considered by many to be the best gymnast of all time, Japan’s Kohei Uchimura’s remarkable reign as world all-around champion ended abruptly earlier this month at the 2017 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships due to an ankle injury. Uchimura was later diagnosed with torn ligaments in his left ankle. Gymnasts' feet and ankles take an awful lot of abuse, which can lead to sudden traumatic injuries such as sprains, torn ligaments, ruptured tendons, and broken feet, ankles and toes,” said foot and ankle surgeon Thomas Elardo, DPM, a private practitioner in Los Gatos, CA. Dr. Elardo is himself a former competitive gymnast and is very familiar with the wide array of injuries that can afflict gymnasts’ feet.
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“An ankle injury occurs when the ankle joint is twisted too far out of its normal position. The type of injury is determined by the kind of tissue – bone, ligament, or tendon – that’s damaged. Uchimura’s injury was to the ligaments, the strong elastic bands of connective tissue that keep the bones in place and allow for normal ankle motion. “If after an injury any of the following are experienced: pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness to the touch, or inability to bear weight on the injured joint; a podiatrist should be seen immediately,” Dr. Elardo stressed.
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
UK Podiatrist Provides Post-Marathon Advice
If you have completed an endurance sport such as a marathon or mountain hike, your feet are probably hurting and in need of some attention, so make sure you have a game plan in place. Podiatrist Emma Supple says, "Deal with the blisters first and make sure you do not take the top layer of skin off of them as that will make them even more painful. It is best to pop them in controlled conditions using a sterilized needle. Simply pierce the blister to expel the fluid and tape down the blister afterwards so it can self-heal.
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"Rest your feet for a few days – walking gently is the best way to recover and Epsom salt baths are said to be very helpful too. Any blackened toenails and the likes will develop over a few days, so see your podiatrist if you have concerns," says Supple.
Source: Jenny Cook, Net Doctor [9/28/17]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
MN Podiatrist Joins Mayo Clinic Health System
Sara Vande Kieft, DPM, recently joined the team of podiatric providers at Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea. She has been with Mayo Clinic Health System for over 19 years and also sees patients in Austin and Cannon Falls. Vande Kieft joins Nathan Sanders, DPM to provide foot and ankle care.
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Dr. Vande Kieft earned her podiatric medical degree from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, IA. She completed residency through Park Lane Medical center in Kansas City, MO.
Source: Albert Lea Tribune [10/13/17]
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| MEETING NEWS | |
Shuffle Off to Buffalo Seminar Draws Over 100 Attendees
The 2017 Shuffle Off to Buffalo Surgical and Medical Update Seminar was held October 12 through 14th with over 100 participants, 12 Faculty, 27 Exhibitors, and 7 companies providing sponsorships and grants.
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(L-R) Karen Olszowy, Drs. Dan Keating, Roy DeFrancis, Ira Kraus, Patricia Nicholas; Dan Kline, Drs. Sam Riggiero, and John Hurley. |
Participants came from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. The range of topics included coding and billing, risk management, and current medical and clinical topics.
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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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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Things to Consider When Retiring from Practice
5. Know your numbers.
"I own the office building" is not a retirement savings plan. Remember 2007-2008? Confer with your lawyer, estate planner, investment advisor, insurance broker, and accountant — as a group. Schedule an advisor team meeting in which you ask each to present their perspectives on financial and tax issues. It's quite instructive, and you will make better decisions in this collaborative meeting format than if you hastily try to do so between cases, or while dashing from exam room 2 to exam room 3.
Source: Karen Zupko, Physicians Practice [9/27/17]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Diagnostic Block of the Ankle Joint
How would you code a diagnostic ankle block into the ankle joint?
Michele Kurlanski, DPM, Scarborough, ME
Response: I suggest coding CPT 64450 (injection, anesthetic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch).
I have been hearing about denials on this from podiatrists around the country. I suggest you check on coverage for this before using it.
If this is a Medicare patient, check your LCD and if a private payer, see if they have a policy for peripheral nerve blocks. If this is a non-Medicare payer, you can also attempt to get a pre-authorization.
Jeffrey D Lehrman, DPM, Springfield, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
RE: Fire Disaster Relief in Sonoma County, CA and Adjacent Areas
From: Jesus C. Vazquez, PMAC
Sonoma County is very grateful for the support from first responders during the fire disaster affecting our community. Dr. John D. Hollander is going to be providing foot and ankle care at no cost to police, firefighters, utility responders, and paramedics helping our community through this crisis. The office will be providing walk-in and evening appointments to accommodate different working shifts of first responders.
Jesus C. Vazquez, PMAC, Santa Rosa, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
RE: Podiatrists Serving in the Military
I believe that most of our profession are not knowledgeable about the history of podiatrists who served in the military as podiatrists who were commissioned officers. Osteopathic physicians did not serve as officers until 1967. Some podiatrists served as commissioned officers in the Navy in World War II. In 1957, podiatrists were routinely commissioned in the armed services as podiatrists, but were not actually in the medical corps.
I believe that when podiatrists began serving as officers in the military and began working alongside physicians as fellow healthcare professionals that the image of our profession was improved considerably. I would like to see an article about some of these pioneers in our profession whom I believe have been overlooked. I had three of my four years of podiatric medical school subsidized by the military. I have always been grateful for the military podiatrists who came before me and played a part in making this possible.
W. David Herbert, DPM JD, Billings, MT
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Designed for Serena or Venus Williams? |
The shoes, made in collaboration with shoe designer Alain Quilici, incorporate tennis racket handle grip heels.
Source: Alain Quilici via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN FRANCISCO, CA
We have an immediate, full-time opening in our fast-paced, technologically driven, Sports Medicine Practice. If you’re looking for a collaborative team environment, with an emphasis on work-life balance then we want to hear from you. No travel. No wound care. No Medicare. Candidate must have strong biomechanical and surgical background. Generous salary and benefits. Applications accepted online at http://www.fdfac.com/z/about-careers.html
ASSOCIATE POSITION LEADING TO PARTNERSHIP - PEEKSKILL, NY
Well established practice providing services in office, home and SNF. Seeking an additional full time practitioner capable of delivering state of the art surgical and wound care. Fast track to partnership. Email CV to RVVKK@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MANHATTAN
Experienced medical and surgical podiatrist. Immediate opening in 5th Avenue Manhattan office. Call immediately emial Dr. JSF or call 914-523-1210.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP IN LOS ANGELES
Join the group/ limb preservation team and our teaching faculty. Must be well trained in limb preservation, trauma, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Starting guaranteed base salary of 120,000/yr with incentives & benefits. Send CV with 3 references to podiatricri@yahoo.com attention Stan Mathis, DPM
ASSOCIATE POSITION – DAYTON, OHIO
Highly respected and growing, 5 podiatrist, 4 location practice seeking PSR-36 board certified/qualified foot and ankle surgeon. Must be dedicated, hardworking, motivated, poses excellent clinical and surgical skills, high quality patient care, wound care. Our practice is equipped with certified EMR, digital x-ray, laser, ultrasound guided injections, Cutera Laser, regenerative PRP and stem cell technology, all aspects of DME. Meaningful Use attested, MIPS-ready. On staff 4 hospitals, no nursing homes. Highly trained staff. Send CV, salary requirements to ohiosurgeons@gmail.com Excellent compensation plan, base salary and bonus, 401k plan, medical insurance, malpractice, paid vacation, holidays, CME. Signing bonus.
MOBILE PODIATRISTS NEEDED - LOS ANGELES, CA
Full Time Position available for podiatrists to visit home bound patients in the LA area and surrounding areas. Excellent compensation, flexible schedule, dedicated office support staff, cloud based EHR system. Email CV to: homefootcare@hotmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - LOS ANGELES, CA
Los Angeles based multi office, multi physician foot and ankle surgical practice looking for highly trained foot and ankle surgeon to join our growing group. Practice emphasis on sports medicine, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and revision surgery. Prospective candidate must have excellent personal skills and work well with a team. Competitive compensation and 401K, profit sharing, health insurance, dental and vision insurance. Surgical center partnership potential and full scope hospital privileges available. Facility is state of the art with PT, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and digital x-ray all in office. New graduates are welcome. Please Contact us at: bbaravarian@me.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HOUSTON, TX
Established, growing multi office, multi doctor practice seeking PSR-36 board certified/qualified foot and ankle surgeon. Must be personable, outgoing and motivated with excellent clinical and surgical skills. Our practice is protocol-based, state-of-the-art equipped with the latest technologies and cutting edge procedures with an extremely competent staff. Send CV, salary requirements to faajobs@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND/QUEENS
Advanced Podiatry Seeking Full Time DPM for upscale practices located at the Americana Manhasset, Huntington and Queens. Excellent work environment and company culture. Latest technology with digital x-ray, laser, EHR, Ultrasound, the latest Apple software and iPads. Must be surgically trained, motivated, with a great work ethic. Very competitive salary with significant upside. Visit www.LIFootCare.com and email eavieiradpm@gmail.com for more info.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
Great part-time opportunity for a board qualified/certified podiatrist. Some office-based experience and an outgoing personality a must. Located in Doylestown PA. Digital radiology, EMR, 3D orthotic scanning and on-site therapy. If you love working with great people and patients, then send us your CV now!!! info@qualityfootcare.com
FELLOWSHIP IN FOOT AND ANKLE RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY AND TRAUMA: FORT MYERS, FL
Orthopedic Center of Florida (Multispecialty Orthopedic Group) – Director: Dr. Andrew M. Belis. Emphasis: extensive arthroscopy, ankle and rearfoot trauma, flatfoot, complex forefoot/rearfoot revision surgical training, research, practice management. Start date: August 1st 2018. Salary: $50K + full benefits + CME. Submit request for application to: OCFFELLOWSHIP@OCFLA.NET; FL License and ABFAS Board Qualification required. Deadline for application is Nov 1st 2017.
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PRACTICES WANTED FOR SALE OR MERGER
Southern California based podiatry group is seeking to add podiatry practices to our growing group. Currently we have 12 locations including MRI, CT, PT and Surgical Center facilities. We have excellent contracts with insurance companies and highly trained surgeons. We are looking for potential doctors who may want to merge with our group for better practice management and improved payer contract with opportunity for ancillary services. We are also looking to acquire practices and pay a competitive price for the practice based on market valuation. For more information please contact. Please Contact us at: bbaravarian@me.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – BOSTON AREA
Well established 15 year practice located north of Boston. Surgical privilege at two hospitals. Practice grossed $230K on a two-day per week basis. Patient backlog exists for full time. Low overhead, excellent referral basis. Motivated owner will stay for transition. Please send your inquiry to drcatherinewu@gmail.com.
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