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October 20, 2022 #7,364  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND HUMANITARIAN EFFORTS | |
Operation Footprint Celebrates 44th Year of Operation with a Surgical Mission in India
Operation Footprint (formerly the Baja Project for Crippled Children) completed a surgical mission in Agra, India from September 6-10, 2022, its second at this location. This represents 44 years of ongoing humanitarian activity since its inception, interrupted only by the Covid pandemic. The group will resume activity in India, and in Honduras in January 2023. Operation Footprint has performed over 3,000 major surgical procedures in Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, and India, has evaluated over 30,000 patients, and has trained over 200 residents.
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(L-R) Linda Werber, Dr. Bruce Werber, Rene Roberts, Drs. Matt Roberts, Bhavesh Shah, Jeff Yung, Marc Benard, and Neeta Hasmukh. |
The recent Agra mission was aided by a $62,000 grant from Rotary International to enhance the surgical suite at Agra’s Center for Trauma and Joint Replacement. In addition to Marc Benard, DPM, the surgical team included co-directors Drs. Bruce Werber, Bhavesh Shah, Matt Roberts and Jeff Yung, and faculty member Dr. Neeta Hasmukh. Twenty-four major reconstructions were performed, including for neglected congenital clubfoot and neurologic cavovarus and equinus deformities. In the past 12 months, Operation Footprint has also rolled out its on-line CFAR (Complex Foot and Ankle Reconstruction) lecture series, with topics presented by both its own directors as well as nationally recognized guest lecturers and expert panelists.
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Donation to BUSPM Boosts Biomechanics and Gait Studies
A grateful patient of Joseph C D’Amico, DPM, DSc has at his direction donated substantial funds to support Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine’s (BUSPM) work in biomechanics. Dr. D’Amico is a guest lecturer in pediatrics and sports medicine at the college.
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Dr. Joseph D’Amico |
Specifically, this gift will help sponsor the Richard O. Schuster, DPM Memorial Biomechanics seminar which for the first time will be held this year in Florida at BUSPM on November 19th and 20th. As a result of this funding, students, residents, and faculty will all be extended complimentary registration.
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| PODIATRIC STUDENTS IN THE NEWS | |
MGH Podiatry Research Students Have Study Accepted for ACFAS Poster Presentation
Timothy Cheung (SCPM), Khanh Phuong Sieu Tong (SCPM), Kayla Obradovic (NYCPM), and Shanay Fischer (NYCPM), podiatric student researchers with Massachusetts General Hospital Podiatry, have had their research project titled, “Does the First Intermetatarsal Angle Reduce in First Metatarsophalangeal Implant Arthroplasties?” accepted for the poster presentation at ACFAS 2023. The students conceived and completed their project on their own with little advisory input from the attendings.
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(L-R) Timothy Cheung , Khanh Phuong Sieu Tong, Kayla Obradovic), and Shanay Fischer |
Under the direction of Norman A. Wortzman, DPM, and with the assistance of Adam Landsman DPM, PhD, MGH Podiatry initiated a research arm five years ago. Part of the MGH mission is to encourage students to perform research as an integral part of their careers. The MGH student research team currently consists of seven podiatric students.
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
PPMA Educates Walkers on the Importance of Podiatry at The ADA’s Step Out Walk
On Saturday, October 8th, the Pennsylvania Podiatric Medical Association (PPMA) representatives volunteered their time to spread awareness to participants at The Annual Step Out Walk benefitting The American Diabetes Association. Led by PPMA Past President Sabrina Minhas, DPM and the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM), PPMA provided literature to participants at the walk to raise awareness of the importance of podiatric care for patients with diabetes.
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(L-R) TUSPM students Samantha Cooney, Daniel Ruggiero, and Dr. Sabrina Minhas |
Hundreds of individuals in the Philadelphia area registered for the walk and were greeted with beautiful fall weather at The Philadelphia Naval Shipyard. These participants learned the importance of engaging a podiatrist to be a part of a diabetic patient’s healthcare team.
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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 | |
Six Strategies to Mitigate Provider Burnout
Here are six strategies to mitigate provider burnout in your practice.
1. Rest/Paid Time Off
Rest is vital to the longevity of physicians and advanced practice providers (APP). Rest does not just include 7-8 hours of sleep per day but also taking mental rest, spiritual rest, and social and emotional rest. It is crucial that organizations coordinate their efforts to encourage staff to take the rest they need to rejuvenate to perform at their best in support of their patients. This might include taking days off, half-days, vacation time, and various types of mental and physical exercise programs.
Source: Raki K. Pai, MD, Peter Y. Hahn, MD, Medical Economics [10/17/22]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Thomas J. Cianciolo Jr., DPM
Dr. Thomas “Dr. Tom” J. Cianciolo Jr., 90, of Clarence, a well-respected podiatrist for over 50 years who served patients across Western New York, passed away Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 as a sergeant in the counterintelligence corps.
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Dr. Thomas Cianciolo Jr |
Dr. Cianciolo graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1962. Dr. Tom was a Fellow of the American College of Foot Surgeons and was affiliated with Sheridan Park Hospital and Sheehan Memorial Hospital. In 2001, he closed both offices and worked part-time, attending patients at nursing homes.
Source: Amhearst Bee [10/19/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Punch Biopsy of the Skin
What is the CPT code for a punch biopsy of an unknown, skin lesion at the foot or ankle? What ICD 10 diagnosis codes might be appropriate for this CPT code?
Jeffrey Klein, DPM, Warren, MI
Response: CPT 11104 Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
CPT 11105 Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
ICD -10-CM diagnosis – D49.2- Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
The reason to use D49.2 is that you are doing a biopsy on abnormal tissue BUT do not know the etiology yet. This code is there to say it could be skin, soft tissue, or bone. It covers everything you might biopsy. Using the benign neoplasm, in my opinion, is wrong. The reason it is inappropriate on biopsy day is that at the time of biopsy you do not know if it is benign. Therefore, based on ICD-10-CM guidelines, it is inappropriate to apply a diagnosis when you don’t know that diagnosis yet. However, if you wait on the pathology and it is a benign neoplasm, then it is appropriate to bill this a week or so later, holding the claim with the definitive diagnosis.
David J. Freedman, DPM, CPC, Silver Spring, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM EDITORIALS) | |
From: Don R Blum, DPM, JD
“Total reimbursement: $1,035.17 (private insurance) $1,293.97 (Medicare)
Time Out of Office= Approximately 3.25 hours ( 30 min travel + pre-op- 2.25 hours for procedure- 30 min post-op and travel back to office).
Hourly rate comes to $1035.17 / 3.25= $318.51 (Medicare) $398.14 (private Insurance)"
Dr. Marino left out of the hourly rate: the number of post-operative visits (no reimbursement) and the cost of your staff to schedule and pre-certify the procedures. With those items, your hourly rate is much less than $318.51/hr. You could also add in the cost of an appeal when the insurance only pays for the bunionectomy and not the other procedures, stating that the other procedures are included in the fee paid for the bunionectomy.
Don R Blum, DPM, JD, Dallas, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Seeing eyes shoes? |
Source: Submitted by Dr. David Alper
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
DIABETIC LIMB SALVAGE & WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP — MICHIGAN
Beaumont Hospital 12-month diabetic limb-Salvage, wound care and reconstructive fellowship. The fellowship will enhance and refine the skills of residency-trained Podiatric Surgeons. Heavy focus on diabetic limb-salvage surgery, wound care, research, and elective surgery. Please email your CV to Randy.Semma@beaumont.org
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PODIATRIC MEDICAL EDUCATION - SCHOLL COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE
The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking one full-time Assistant Professor to train and lead the next generation of podiatrists in an interprofessional, multicultural learning environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to didactic lectures, clinical workshops, and clinical education. https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/employment/ Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is dedicated to creating and fostering a diverse academic environment. EOE, Including Disability / Vets.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH DALLAS SUBURBS
Exceptional opportunity for the right individual with superb personal, ?clinical?and surgical skills?.??Seeking well trained (PMSR/RRA), ethical, hardworking, motivated individual to join our group practice of 3 podiatrists.??Full scope of podiatry including office, hospital and surgery center work.??Expedited Partnership opportunity for the right individual.??Well-rounded practice with competitive salary/benefits package.??Please send letter of intent, CV and current photo to?dpmopening@gmail.com
PT AND FT PODIATRIST - LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK
Busy, fast-paced podiatry practice with multiple locations and doctors seeking a podiatrist for FT or PT hours. Well-established, fast growing practice. Competitive salary package and benefits. Please send CV to podiatryoffice20@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to amldpm64@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE NEEDED – TOLEDO, OHIO
Ohio Foot & Ankle Specialists is an established podiatry practice and expanding with multiple locations. Looking to add energetic and motivated podiatrists in the Toledo area. High compensation based on production. Existing patient base and growth opportunities available. Applicants must be Board qualified/certified. Please send CV and cover letter to info@ohiofootspecialists.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OAKLAND COUNTY - MICHIGAN
Podiatry position available for immediate hire to care for residents in extended care facility environments. Competitive salary. Flexible hours. If interested please email drteetime@aol.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in New 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, guaranteed 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 – BROOKLYN, NY
Podiatrist position available for immediate hire in a multidisciplinary practice for part time in Brooklyn, New York. Flexible hours and potential to progress to full time. Ideal position for recent grads. Send resume to dr.shtarkman@gmail.com or call Dr Shtarkman at 917-363-2702.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – LOUISVILLE, KY
National podiatry leader hiring physicians to practice at state-of-the-art facilities in Louisville — with more national locations to come soon. Our physicians receive generous compensation, bonuses, and a path to partnership without the financial risk. Email resume to careers@pacesetter-health.com or apply online at https://pacesetter-health.com/#careers
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS
Looking to hire Summer 2023. Thriving podiatry practice in Chicago suburbs looking for an associate to take practice to the next level. Must be highly motivated and have the ability to WOW our patient with your charismatic personality and professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art office (which includes MRI) with a team-oriented culture. 3-year surgical residency required. Submit CV to jswalter@hotmail.com
UPPERLINE HEALTHCARE IS SEEKING A DPM FOR OUR SOUTH TAMPA AREA CLINICS
General routine foot care with surgical patients. BQ or BE is a plus! Forefoot-rearfoot, good mix of patients with Medicare and underserved patient populations. Immediate hire, generous compensation and benefits, partnership. Email your CV to Cheryl.Cleveland@upperlinehealth.com
UPPERLINE HEALTHCARE IS SEEKING A BILINGUAL DPM FOR POINCIANA, FLORIDA CLINIC
Fluent Spanish required. General routine foot care with surgical patients. BQ or BE is a plus! Forefoot-Rearfoot, good mix of patients with Medicare and underserved patient populations. Immediate hire, generous compensation and benefits, partnership. Email your CV to Cheryl.Cleveland@upperlinehealth.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - FLORIDA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND GEORGIA
Join a podiatric team whose work positively impacts the lives of seniors every day! KG Health Partners, the largest podiatric practice in Florida, is seeking full and part-time podiatrists who will provide mobile-based lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the states of Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia. Achieve work-life balance with a Monday through Friday schedule, competitive wages, malpractice insurance, and exceptional benefits for full-time employees (health, paid time off, 401K retirement plan with company match). You must maintain active Medicare and State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE & FELLOWSHIP POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SW FL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PITTSBURGH, PA AREA
Multi doctor, multi office practice seeks a full time Associate trained in all aspects of podiatry and surgery. We currently have four office locations around the Pittsburgh area. The candidate must be board certified or board eligible and must have a Pennsylvania license or be eligible to obtain one. We offer a competitive salary with a bonus opportunity, a 401K and profit-sharing plan and health insurance. To apply, please forward a CV to: drkmo12@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHANDLER/GILBERT ARIZONA
Growing multi-location practice looking to hire a skilled podiatrist to join our team at Preferred Foot & Ankle Specialists. Seeking Full-time DPM with current Arizona state license and ABFAS or on track for ABFAS. Newly graduated residents are highly encouraged to apply. $200k-$250k annually. Resumes to anolan.pfas@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FT LAUDERDALE, FL
Progressive group with immediate open position. Full schedule, good variety of pathology, robust support staff, well equipped office, fellowship program affiliation, and many ancillaries. BQ/BC ABFAS preferred. Competitive salary/ benefits/ signing bonus/ ownership track. Send CV to podiatrymanda@gmail.com
DPM MVP ASAP KC LMK
In Kansas City, your base, benies, and bonus easily afford you a mini-mansion in several of our nationally acclaimed school districts. And, you’ll still have a sh*t-ton left over to generously contribute to your tax-deferred retirement account! email your CV and cover letter to jeff@kansascityfootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – NC, VA, WV & PA
US Foot and Ankle Specialists (USFAS), one of the largest podiatric groups in the United States is hiring! USFAS is looking for experienced Associate Doctors to join our team! We have multiple openings: Charlotte, NC, Huntington, WV, Charleston, WV, Blacksburg, VA, & Central, PA. Our group of physicians use state of the art, podiatry-specific technology, and software to stay on top of today’s changing medical trends and provide our patients with the highest quality care. Please send a cover letter and resume to recruiting@footandankle-usa.com. Candidates must be either licensed or in the process of becoming licensed.
JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!
The MedServ Group is a medical service provider group that connects board certified licensed podiatrists with health care facilities across numerous states servicing the elderly population. Flexible schedules, competitive pay, sign-on bonus, and administrative support. Please forward your resume to Raj Dawson at Rdawson@themedservgroup.com or Amontantine@themedservgroup.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KY
Seeking well-trained associate in busy surgical practice with 4 well-established providers in and around beautiful Louisville, KY. High surgical volume. Opportunity to train top surgical residents. Level 2 trauma hospital system call available. Competitive salary with bonus structure, health benefits, 401k match, CME allowance, vacation. Submit resumes to dwinchell6603@gmail.com
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PRACTICE FOR SALE - GA/SOUTHWEST
Well-established 26 year old practice for sale located in Southest Georgia. A broad-based practice with special interest in diabetic limb salvage. Excellent growth potential in all aspects. Office is well equipped with three treatment rooms. Will assist with transition and obtaining surgical privileges. Price is fair market value. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com.
MANHATTAN PATIENT LIST AND PHONE NUMBER FOR SALE
Patient list and (212) Phone number, 6,000 patient database of 26-year-old Park Avenue, NYC for sale. Asking 75k. Please contact JYouner@icloud.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE- PHILADEPHIA
Upscale Rittenhouse Square Practice in Center City Philadelphia. Non-surgical 4 days a week grossed over $378K in 2021. Beautiful office setting with 3 treatment rooms. Mostly fee-for-service. Doctor can stay for transition. A cream puff practice such as this is a rare find. Dr Z (215) 715-1570 wallstreetdr@hotmail.com
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