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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 19,231 Subscribers Daily
October 19, 2017 #6,039  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 IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NY Podiatrist Joins Practice as Third Generation Practitioner
Gabriel A. Ross, DPM has joined the podiatry practice of Deborah S. Ross, DPM. Gabriel is the third generation of the Ross podiatric community including his mother, Dr. Deborah Ross, and his grandfather Dr. Sidney Ross.
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Dr. Gabriel Ross |
Dr. Ross received his doctorate of podiatric medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and has completed a three-year residency training program at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn.
Source: lohud.com [10/17/17]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRY AND HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
Canadian Bill Could End High Heel Workplace Rule
There may be relief on the way for employees who dread wearing high heels to work every day. The MPP for Davenport, Cristina Martins, is introducing a new bill called Putting Your Best Foot Forward Act, 2017 which would prohibit employers from requiring an employee to wear high heel in the workplace. The Canadian Federation of Podiatrists say women are four times as likely to have long-term problems related to their feet, often due to wearing high heels for long periods of time.
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“Ontario podiatrists see far too many patients with injuries in the workplace that are entirely avoidable that are caused by wearing footwear that is inappropriate or outright unsafe,” said James Hill, DPM,president of the Ontario Podiatric Medical Association. “Podiatrists treat foot pain and deformities in women twice as often as foot disabilities in men, often due to having to wear high heels in their workplaces. This bill will help to address these issues and keep more people healthy in Ontario," says Dr. Hill.
Source: Hilary Caton, CTV News [10/16/17]
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| PODIATRISTS AND THE LAW | |
NJ Podiatrist Admits He Scammed Insurers Out of $3 Million
A Passaic County podiatrist admitted in federal court Tuesday that he conned Medicare and private insurers out of $3 million. Anthony J. Enrico, 60 -- who had offices in Paterson and Passaic -- told a U.S. District Court judge in Newark that he billed for more than 150,000 physical therapy sessions that were conducted by unlicensed and unqualified personnel from January 2007 through May 2016. A judge scheduled sentencing on the healthcare fraud plea for Jan. 25.
Source: Jerry DeMarco, South Passaic Daily Voice [10/17/17]
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| HEALTHCARE LEGISLATION | |
Bipartisan Deal to Fund Insurer Payments Faces Tough Political Slog
In hopeful news for health plans, two key senators announced the outline of a bipartisan agreement Tuesday to stabilize the individual insurance market by extending cost-sharing subsidy payments to insurers for two years. Sens. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Patty Murray (D-WA), the leaders of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, paired that Democratic demand with a Republican plan allowing states to ease Affordable Care Act rules for the individual insurance market.
Healthcare industry groups generally welcomed the agreement, which could avert an unraveling of the individual market, much higher premiums, and the exit of many insurers from the ACA exchanges. But it was unclear how open other congressional Republicans will be to any deal that they believe props up the Affordable Care Act.
Source: Harris Meyer, Modern Healthcare [10/17/17]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Things to Consider When Retiring from Practice
7. Don't waver from the transition timeline.
If you get wishy-washy, it probably means you didn't fully contemplate tips three and four. That's why it's so important to have your next chapter planned before you take the leap. Once the patient letters have gone out and the staff has begun to transition patients to a new associate, it's too late - not to mention disruptive for patients, staff, partners, and family members.
Source: Karen Zupko, Physicians Practice [9/27/17]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Acquired Digital Fibrokeratoma
These toes belong to a 72 year old man with no significant past medical history who presented to my office recently. He states the lesions started in childhood and have been increasing in size; local treatment including what would appear to be cauterization has been unsuccessful.
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Acquired Digital Fibrokeratoma |
Biopsy results are: “features suggestive of acquired digital fibrokeratoma”, so not horrible but not much help either. I'm wondering if anyone has seen a similar lesion and can suggest an effective treatment as he is eager to explore options. My thought is to simply excise the lesions and cauterize the wound bed; however, I am concerned about coverage and recurrence.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM
In my opinion, MIPS, which is part of MACRA, is an unfair, unjust, outrageous program which, in its current form, does nothing to improve quality of care, improve outcomes, or decrease cost. A brief timeline of MACRA: This all started when Representative Michael Burgess (R-TX) introduced MACRA into Congress.
Your statement that there was no response from national organizations is incorrect. Every medical association I am aware of (including the ones you listed) spoke out against it, lobbied against it, and tried to...
Editor's note: Dr. Lehrman's extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
TN Woman Breaks a World Record for Running a Marathon - in High Heels
Running a marathon is hard. It takes months of training, a strict eye on your diet, and an ironclad mindset to conquer the grueling 26.2-mile race. Now, imagine doing it in high heels. That’s what Irene Sewell, a recruiter at a physical therapy office in Chattanooga, TN, decided to do more than a year ago. Guinness sent her a book which said heel height must be 2.75 inches and width 1.5 centimeters, and that she must complete the marathon within 7.5 hours, she told KLEW.
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Running heels and Dr. Lee Cohen |
It’s a tough record to beat, because heels have no shock absorption and can lead to some serious damage to the toes and knees when running, Dr. Lee Cohen, a sports podiatrist, told Women’s Running. The cutoff time to set the record was 7.5 hours, and she nearly missed it. But at 7 hours and 28 minutes, she crossed the finish line, exhausted and triumphant, Nooga.com reported.
Source: Scott Berson, Merced Sun-Star [10/17/17]
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 2 ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS | |
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - MISSOURI, KANSAS, OKLAHOMA
Preferred Podiatry Group is seeking providers to join our growing practice servicing long term care facilities in several areas. We offer a competitive commission based income as well as a benefit package to our employed podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Contact Dr. Chris Kestner at ckestner@ppgpc.com .
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – KENTUCKY
A provider of high quality podiatric care in nursing facilities is looking for podiatrists to treat patients in Kentucky. We are a fast growing company looking for motivated, caring podiatrists. We offer full-time and part-time positions, with flexible schedules and an unmatched potential for growth. Send your CV and cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com.
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 - 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
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 email 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
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.
PM NEWS CLASSIFIED ADS REACH OVER 18,500 DPMs AND STUDENTS
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