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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,135 Subscribers Daily
November 03, 2022 #7,374  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Hypermobile Joint Disease Rarely Recognized: MI Podiatrist
"Do you remember the kid in school who entertained everyone with his stupid tricks? He was the one who could place both elbows well behind his head or fold himself like a pretzel. Entertaining fellow, but possibly the victim of a serious, potentially debilitating disease. Although the diagnosis is infrequently made, the research shows this is simply a failure to accurately recognize the condition, formerly known as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome," says Conway McLean, DPM.
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"As is often the case, science often changes its mind and changes disease names, a logical move as we learn more about a disease. This constellation of inherited conditions, all closely related, is now termed hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSDs). The term hypermobility refers to an increased active or passive movement of a joint beyond its normal range. These are an array of connective tissue disorders, with the notable characteristics being joint instability and chronic pain," says Dr. McLean.
Source: Mining Journal [11/1/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
NJ Podiatrist Teams with Ankle & Foot Centers of America
Lindsey Calligaro, DPM, of Wayne Foot & Ankle Center has recently teamed with Ankle & Foot Centers of America. Dr. Lindsey Calligaro earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2011.
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She attended a comprehensive three (3) year residency in Scranton, Pennsylvania with Guido LaPorta, DPM. Dr. Calligaro served as Chief Fellow during her fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland, at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics/International Center for Limb Lengthening.
Source: benzinga.com [11/1/22]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS | |
French Podiatrist is Competitive Surfer
He has never done better than third, but since his first open final in 2010, in Biarritz, where he had (already) taken third place, Ian Fontaine is the surfer who has played in the most finals at the French open championships: five in the last twelve editions, that of 2020 having been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Ian Fontaine |
At the recent French Championship, he could not do better than to obtain a new bronze medal, his third in open, with a slightly bitter taste at the time. “As in every final in fact, I made a few mistakes. There, I wanted to wait for some good lefts to score better, but in fact, compared to what happened next, I should have stuck to my option of taking some good straights. Physically, I was also a bit burnt out with the opening of my practice (podiatry) at the end of May."
Source: Trend News Detail [11/1/22]
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
Ortho Dermatologics Announces Launch of the Podiatry Board Review Challenge
Ortho Dermatologics, recently announced the launch of the Podiatry Board Review Challenge, a new professional educational resource. Developed alongside practicing podiatrists, the Podiatry Board Review Challenge is designed to help support residents preparing for their board certification exams, podiatric healthcare professionals preparing for re-certifications, and podiatrists who are looking to refresh their skills and knowledge.
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"Preparing for board exams is a necessity, not only for residents, but also for previously certified podiatrists needing to brush up on their skills. The Podiatry Board Review Challenge is an easy-to-use, well-referenced, and comprehensive series of sample questions covering a wide range of topics that are typically included in board exams," said Warren Joseph, DPM, Consultant in Lower Extremity Infectious Disease. "As someone involved in both student and resident education my entire career, I know many will benefit from using this new resource to continue to sharpen their knowledge on a variety of tested categories."
Source: Yahoo Life [10/31/22]
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
CMS Cracks Down on Medicare Advantage TV Marketing
CMS is cracking down on deceptive marketing practices and will no longer allow Medicare Advantage or Part D prescription drug plans to advertise on television without agency approval first. The new policy is effective Jan. 1 and was discussed in an Oct. 19 memo from CMS to MA and Part D providers. The agency said it issued the new policy after reviewing thousands of beneficiary complaints regarding confusing, misleading or inaccurate information from plans — plan sponsors are also responsible for all marketing activities from brokers and third-party agencies.
"CMS has conducted so-called 'secret shopping' by calling numbers associated with television advertisements, mailings, newspaper advertisements and internet searches to monitor the experience beneficiaries have engaging these entities," the agency wrote. "Our secret shopping activities have discovered that some agents were not complying with current regulation and unduly pressuring beneficiaries, as well as failing to provide accurate or enough information to assist a beneficiary in making an informed enrollment decision."
Source: Jakob Emerson, Becker's Payer Issues [10/27/22] via Dr. Allen Jacobs
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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 | |
4 Ways Streamlining Front Office Operations Can Drive Revenue For Your Practice
4. Improve billing accuracy and payment timeliness
Due to antiquated systems and processes, billing and payment collection often dominate administrative hours. The right practice management software will allow front office staff to decrease time spent on billing processes, and easily deliver patient statements through patient-preferred channels like text and email. For maximum efficiency, opt for a practice management software that supports automated statements, and can disseminate multiple statements at a time with ease. By automating this process, errors like patients receiving the wrong statement are eliminated.
Practices can also expedite the patient check-in process by verifying a patient’s eligibility before they arrive with electronic eligibility checks. This will ensure your practice receives prompt reimbursement from the patient's insurer. In addition, allowing patients to pre-pay for their upcoming visit allows for a simplified checkout process, and ensures service payment.
Source: Andrea Kowalski, Physicians Practice [10/27/22]
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Query: Gait Training
Our surgical patients are having an issue scheduling physical therapy in a timely manner for gait training. We want our staff to perform the gait training in our office. We are using the CPT 97116 CPT, but Medicare is denying the claims because a modifier is required. Can DPMs use the -GP modifier?
Ralph Wentz, DPM, Salida, CO
Response: Podiatrists can bill physical therapy services as long as the plan of care for physical therapy has been outlined for your patient. So, in this case, you can bill a gait training as long as part of physical therapy plan of care. In auditing, most podiatrists do not document the physical therapy separately as a plan of care unrelated to the E&M visit. I would say that more often in audits, the gait training is considered part of your evaluation and management service and is not billed separately. However, if you are doing a plan of care for physical therapy for the patient, then you would append the modifier -GP.
David J Freedman, DPM, CPC, Silver Spring, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS JURY VERDICT REPORTER) | |
From: Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH
I strongly agree with Dr. Robertozzi. The percentage of liars who act as experts is unusually high. They are doing a great disservice to not only our profession but sometimes to the patients who have been traumatized and abused with great pain and deformity. It is about time that one of our organizations, in my opinion ABFAS, passes rules and regs that would punish outright lying while acting as an expert.
Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CPME NEWS) | |
From: Howard Bonenberger, DPM
Thank goodness that we are blessed with more podiatry schools. Now the 10 or 15 applicants nationwide who weren't admitted last year can re-apply.
Howard Bonenberger, DPM, Retired, Hollis, NH
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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This is called a hammock shoe. |
Source: Shira Manor via Virtual Shoe Museum
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SIGNING Bonus. We are looking for a podiatrist that provides service to our in-office patients, skilled nursing home patients, wound care patients and our affiliated hospitals. Required: Completion of a 3-year residency program • Current holder of a state podiatry license • Board certification/qualification is highly preferred • Looking for well trained, well rounded and personable candidate to plug into our growing group of 5 Podiatrists and 4 locations. Competitive 6 figure base with lucrative bonus structure. Full benefits including 401K and match. Email resumes directly to victorian@footnankledoc.com
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Busy and well-established practice in Las Vegas, NV. Must have excellent bedside manner. Send cover letter and CV to: sierra@lasvegasacfac.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PHOENIX, AZ
Well established, growing, group practice looking for an associate immediately. Multi location practice. Looking for well-rounded podiatrist that is capable of working on your own. Base pay with bonus package. Great opportunity Please submit resumes to: podiatryphoenix@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - COLUMBUS, OH
Seeking DPM to join well-established, multi-office private podiatry practice in Central Ohio. We provide high quality care using state of the art technology. Competitive salary and benefits package with bonus opportunities. Please email Cover Letter and CV to: dkaplansky@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Associate needed to join a multi office podiatry practice in the Baltimore Maryland Region. Desired candidates should be surgically trained with Board Eligible/Certification. Patient base is in place, so you'll be productive immediately. Looking for someone that is interested in all aspects of podiatry including both forefoot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and general podiatry. Wound care knowledge is a must. You must be hard working, ethical, compassionate and confident in your abilities to deal with pathology, patients, staff and fellow physicians. Competitive base/bonus structure and benefits for the right associate. Please forward a cover letter, resume and availability to MarylandFootDoc@Gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLEARWATER, FL
Busy established practice in Clearwater, FL looking for a Board Certified/ Qualified Full-time associate. Must be friendly, self-motivated and energetic. Office includes conservative and surgical care. Salary with production-based bonus and benefits package included. Please send CV to DPMAnkleFoot@gmail.com
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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
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 – 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 and CV to dpmopening@gmail.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 – NEW YORK CITY/BROOKLYN
Great opportunity for a recent graduate to join a rapidly growing team. Will have hospital privileges at a prestigious, institution in NYC. Looking for a self-motivated, positive individual willing to work hard. Competetive benefits package. Please send resume to: simonpodiatrystaff@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
Curalta Foot & Ankle is a large podiatry group with locations throughout the tri-state area looking for a podiatrist to join one of our offices in Central, NJ. We are looking for a motivated, ethical, and personable full-time doctor. This opportunity offers long-term growth and stability with the possibility of ownership in the company and both professional and personal advancement. The group will provide the candidate with resources to succeed, including mentoring, education programs, and marketing, We offer a full employment package including malpractice insurance, health insurance, 401(k), CME allowance, and the resources that a large employer can offer. pwishnie@curalta.com
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
FULL-TIME PODIATRY POSITION - NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY
Esteemed Metropolitan Practice looking for a surgical podiatrist to join our well established team. Starting $90,000, w/PTO, w/401K, and insurance. Starting $150,000 if surgically experienced. Position for Immediate filling, Moonlighting and fulltime applicants only. Submit resume to enlist@deloorpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
Concierge podiatry practice is looking for a go-getter, friendly podiatrist to join our fantastic team and provide high-quality concierge/mobile-based lower extremity care to our patients in the Los Angeles and Long Beach area. Enjoy being your own boss with a work-life balance, the ability to decide your own schedule, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to capture the benefits of being an independent contractor. Full-time or part-time available, primarily home visits and luxury retirement communities. Must have an active CA license and DEA license. Complete office support that makes life very easy for optimal patient care. Email your CV to info@anywherefootandanklecare.com.
HOSPITAL STAFF PODIATRIST - ILLINOIS
Seeking full time surgically trained podiatrist. Board qualified preferred. Rural setting hospital. Must be well versed various aspects of both foot and ankle surgery. MGMA Competitive salary package and benefits. Preferably looking to start in 3-4 months. Must have Illinois license. Send CV to ndbbem@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION FOR FELLOWSHIP TRAINED - SUBURBS OF NYC
Live and work in a great community. Successful and supportive practice. Only 30 minutes from NYC. Desirable area. High volume surgery to build cases for surgical boards quickly - elective, trauma, diabetic limb salvage. Busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive Salary + Bonus, PTO, Paid Vacations, Retirement Plan with Employer Matching, All Professional Fees Paid, Generous Signing Bonus. Please send CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.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
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 – MARYLAND
Thriving podiatry practice with 3 office locations and ASC seeking a highly motivated and reliable full-time associate. Candidate must be board eligible, residency with RRA preferred. Great work environment with strong support staff. Competitive compensation and benefits package with bonus opportunities offered. Please email CV to: careers@mynewfeet.com
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 – 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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