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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,406 Subscribers Daily
November 05, 2018 #6,301  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
NYSPMA Foundation Funds New NYCPM Recruitment Videos
Thanks to a generous grant from the NYSPMA Foundation, NYCPM Student Services commissioned new student recruitment videos, coordinated by Dean Lisa Lee. The four new videos were created by Digital Seven from footage shot at the College, Bridges (our student housing), Metropolitan Hospital, and College events. These events include footage from the White Coat Ceremony and Welcome Cruise for the Class of 2022.
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The videos will be used by Student Services on the College's new YouTube channel (called NYCPM Enrollment), at open houses, on college campuses, and via a social media campaign. This will start in early November.
Source: Footprints [Sep-Oct 2018]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
AZ Podiatrist Teams with Orthopedic Surgeon
Renowned local orthopedic surgeon and philanthropist, Dr. John Cory, is expanding his business, The Arizona Institute of Motion, from Glendale to North Scottsdale. Dr. Cory has joined forces with podiatrist, Dr. Albert Eulano, and will expand services to include Achilles tendon reconstruction, diabetic foot and ankle problems, foot and ankle reconstruction, neuropathic fractures, and sports injuries of the foot and ankle. The pair has renovated a 3,000 sq. foot office and will officially open Dec. 1, 2018.
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Dr. Albert Eulano |
Dr. Eulano is board certified in both Foot and Ankle Surgery and Primary Care by the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry, and is a Fellow in American Professional Wound Care Association.
Source: AZ Business Magazine [11/2/18]
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CMS Delays E/M Coding Changes in New Physician Payment Rule
Physicians hoping the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) would modify some proposed changes to evaluation and management (E/M) codes got their wish Thursday when the agency issued its final Physician Fee Schedule rule for 2019. On Thursday, CMS' Seema Verma said the agency had tempered its initial approach.
"After listening to the concerns of the provider community, we will maintain a separate level of payment for the most complex patient care -- that's level 5 -- and we are also assigning equal value to add-on codes for primary and specialty care," Verma said. Essentially, CMS will ultimately adopt a three-code approach to E/M reimbursement in place of the proposed two codes, and the agency won't implement the new structure until 2021.
Source: Shannon Firth, Medpage Today [11/2/18]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
Convincing Patients to Respond to Surveys is Easier Than You Think - Part 1
You might be surprised to learn that 86 percent of Americans say they would likely take a survey from a healthcare provider, if asked. A West survey of 1,036 adults in the United States showed patients are more open to taking surveys than most providers realize. The following recommendations, based on West’s survey findings, show three key ways healthcare teams can grow response rates by focusing on factors patients say influence their decision to participate in surveys. The following recommendations, based on West’s survey findings, show three key ways healthcare teams can grow response rates by focusing on factors patients say influence their decision to participate in surveys.
1. Make it convenient and easy for patients to respond. Convenience is a must-have when trying to convince patients to complete surveys. Four in ten Americans (43 percent) say they would be more likely to take a survey from a healthcare provider if they could do it on their own time. This makes online surveys an attractive option for patients. Online surveys give patients the flexibility to respond when it is convenient for them, rather than receiving an unexpected call from a live person and being expected to stop what they are doing to answer survey questions.
Source: Allison Hart, Physicians Practice [10/29/18]
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Plantar Fasciitis and Workers Compensation
I have been requested by a Workers Comp attorney to comment on plantar fasciitis and job requirements. The patient is a 33 year old, obese but healthy woman who worked at the post office where she stands and walks daily on hard floors.There was no history of trauma. I saw her two years ago but conservative care failed, and she declined surgery or other modalities, and left work. I haven’t seen her in two years, but get the impression from the attorney’s letter that she is still suffering from plantar fasciitis. The contention is that the onset of this condition was work-related, even if work contributed even minimally. The attorney states it is established Federal law that if work contributed even “minutely” to a condition, it may be stated to be a case of Workers Compensation.
There are so many things contributory to plantar fasciitis such as equinus, pronation, lack of shock absorption, body weight, and walking surface. This is not a place for “opinion” as much as fact. Does anyone know of any recent literature, or perhaps other rulings or studies? Is there anything besides opinion, since we see overweight people with PF as well as thin people, sedentary people as well as active ones, runners, and non-runners.
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Query: Hands-on Refresher Course in Traumatic Ankle Repair?
I am an ABFAS certified podiatrist with training in ankle reconstruction. Because of state laws, I have not done a traumatic ankle repair in many years. Does anyone know of a certified hands-on refresher course to recommend?
Tip Sullivan, DPM, Jackson, MS
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Dealing with Pay Reductions for Multiple Procedures
From: Tom Silver, DPM
When we do more than one procedure on a date of service, we typically get a 50% reduction on the allowed insurance amount on the second procedure and about 75% reduction if a third procedure is also performed on the same time. For example, we recently did a wart excision and ingrown nail excision on a patient at the same visit and received only $121 for the ingrown procedure. I did bilateral bunions at the surgery center and was allowed $550 for the first bunion and $275 for the second! It's frightening to see how little we get paid on the 2nd or 3rd hammertoes when more than one toe is done on the same date of service!
As a result, my billing/collection staff keep requesting that I don't do more than one procedure at a time on our patients whenever possible. If a patient has two or more of anything, such as two ingrown toenails or hammertoes, they want me to do only one toe or procedure at a time and have them back for the additional procedure(s) so that we can get 100% of the allowed amount for each procedure.
I do not want to have to practice this way - one toe at a time, but we are losing a lot of money otherwise. How are others dealing with this dilemma? Are you just doing everything that patients need on a date of service and not worrying about (and accepting) how little you get reimbursed on the multiple procedures?
Tom Silver, DPM, Golden Valley, MN
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From: Gene Mirkin, DPM, Vladimir Gertsik, DPM
Thank you, APMA, for yet another reason each and every one of us should happily support what you do. Your actions on the E/M codes (and so many other issues) benefit all podiatrists. We should all reciprocate by being members of the organization that does more to protect our financial and practice stability.
Gene Mirkin, DPM, Kensington, MD
Dr. Sung states that we are living in dark times, and the current administration does not support our profession and our patients. It this so? The Trump administration has increased Medicare payments to providers, and has allowed veterans to see outside providers. Trump has confirmed his support for pre-existing conditions coverage. I do not feel so dark and hopeless under Trump. Most of the nonsense that we hated has started under President Obama. Various social programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and others, are still functioning pretty much the same. What is Dr. Sung talking about?
Vladimir Gertsik, DPM, NY, NY
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Stainless steel stiletto? |
Source: Pitor Dluzusniewski via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 1 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
SPACE AVAILABLE – NY AND LONG ISLAND
Offices available to sublet and share, Manhattan and North Shore Long Island. Offices fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment extremity MRI, foot/ankle CT scanner, diagnostic ultrasound and the availability to become a staff member of a certified ambulatory surgical center. Call 1516 476-1815 podo2345@aol.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTERN WASHINGTON
30 year established practice in Auburn Washington. In medical office building connected to hospital. Practice scope includes clinic, hospital-based surgery, and hospital consultations. Forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. Will stay on three months during transition. Contact/send resume to Dgusman@hotmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – BLOOMINGTON, IN
A well-established, profitable 47 year-old podiatry practice is for sale in Bloomington, Indiana. All office equipment and inventory is separately for sale, including but not limited to a digital x-ray, c-arm, laser, and power chairs. Inquires can be made to blmpodiatry@gmail.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
MULTI-LOCATION GROUP - CHICAGO/NEAR WEST SUBURBS
Seeking F.T. ABFAS Board Certified/Eligible associate- P.T. available. MINIMUM 2 year practice experience required. Surgical/ortho patients. Great staff. DME, MIS, EMR, ultrasound, PRP, shockwave, digital x-ray, laser, sx center & Physical Therapy- Top pay, associateship & practice equity available for experienced candidates. Contact podiatryoffer@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NY
Excellent opportunity to start your career in a fresh practice! Seeking an associate to join, grow, and become partner. Key attributes: Board Qualified/Certified, self-starter, willingness to build practice. Looking for a motivated individual to contribute to our growth through all aspects of podiatry. Please send CV to: docryanlee@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN PA
Well-established podiatry practice in Western, PA looking for a full-time Podiatrist to join their team. Position will involve seeing patients at multiple hospitals, wound care centers and satellite offices. Basic qualification: Graduation from an accredited medical school and completed accredited residency program. Board Certified/Qualified. Certificate/license medical license to practice in State of Pennsylvania. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members. email CV to: dysteindpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – PHOENIX
Phoenix office seeking the services of podiatrists. Practice offers a great opportunity to the right physicians to establish and grow. Physicians holding an Arizona State license preferred. IMMEDIATE full and part-time openings available. Please email your CV and cover letter to FootAnkleRescue@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST NEEDED ASAP (AND JULY 2019)
Looking for enthusiastic, industrious podiatrist to join Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic practice in Wheaton and Rockville/ Shady Grove, Maryland. Surgical boards and ties to Maryland preferred. Good benefits and a competitive base salary with incentives. The position is available immediately but I am also interested in hiring another in July 2019. If you are interested in this opportunity, please respond to me (aspector@footandankle-usa.com) with your resume, comments and questions. I look forward to hearing from you. Adam K. Spector DPM, FASPS, Partner, Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, Wheaton/Shady Grove Division, (301-949-3668), aspector@footandankle-usa.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON, DC
Growing, well-established practice seeking well-trained, hard-working surgical trained podiatrist. Practice with concentration in foot & ankle surgery as well as sports medicine. Excellent referral base. Downtown location. Full benefits package. Please send CV to WDCDPM@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two physician practice in Upstate South Carolina seeking highly motivated, ethical associate. PSR-36 trained. High surgery case load. Competitive benefits & salary. Send CV to upstatescpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MONTEREY BAY, CALIFORNIA
Work in beautiful Monterey Bay where the weather is wonderful. ASK Medical group is seeking a personable and energetic DPM to work in our long-term care clinic. Excellent income potential with discretionary time. Come and work with a professionally managed team (over 100 years’ experience). We also have a position available in Shasta County, Northern CA. Please send CV and interest letter to dwayne8543@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TEXAS
Busy podiatry practice seeks motivated DPM to join our team. Amazing opportunity for someone looking to grow with us. Incredible company culture. Suburban outpatient practice in an active part of town. Sports medicine and lots of kids. No weekends or hospital call. Interested applicants invited to send CV's to: HoustonDPMJob@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
Seeking a dedicated, hard-working podiatrist to join our practice in Birmingham, Alabama. Must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, close attention to detail and thrive in collaborative environment. This position includes a competitive compensation and benefits package with dental, health, and vision coverage. Please email CV to podiatrymanagementinc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS CITY
Our busy, multi-office practice is still growing and needs another doctor who understands the importance of creating an amazing patient experience as much as providing great medical care. You will be working with supportive doctors and staff who are committed to your success. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
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Whether you have used equipment to sell or are offering an associate position, PM News classified ads are the fastest, most-effective way of reaching over 18,500 subscribers. For details, click here or write to: bblock@prodigy.net or call (718) 897-9700 for details. For commercial or display ads contact David Kagan at davidekagan@gmail.com or call (215) 808-0770.
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