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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,689 Subscribers Daily
November 05, 2019 #6,542  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Don't Self-Treat Peeling Skin on Feet: CT Podiatrist
When your "dogs" start barking over the scaly skin situation going on down there, it can be super tempting to take matters into your own hands by, say, picking. Don't, per Jennifer Tauber, DPM, a podiatrist in New Canaan, Connecticut. "The biggest mistake that people make is trying to remove the peeling skin on their own, either by using some type of instrument, which can lead to bleeding and infection, or an over-the-counter remedy that may be too harsh for the skin and cause more irritation than good."
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Dr. Jennifer Tauber |
Instead, Dr. Tauber recommends scheduling an appointment with your doc, especially if it's your first time having any unexplained peeling since it "can happen for different reasons." And the same is true if you start to experience any signs of infection, such as redness, drainage, itchiness, or pain, she adds.
Source: Laura Stampler and Elizabeth Bacharach, Women's Health Magazine [10/31/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
TX Podiatrist’s Practice is Growing... Along With San Antonio
According to a recent U.S. Census Bureau report tracking of the fastest growing cities between 2016 and 2017, San Antonio was number one with the largest population gain during that time period. An average of 66 people per day are moving into the City. Keeping pace with the growth of the City, Walter “Wally” Strash, DPM of Strash Foot and Ankle Care is now adding a location on the north side.
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Dr. Walter Strash and staff |
Dr. Strash has been in practice for nearly thirty years and serves as an associate professor at the University of Texas San Antonio Health Science Center’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, and is on the board of the Specialty Surgery Center.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
GTEF Holds Key West Conference
"The Greater Texas Education Foundation (GTEF) hosted its 2019 fundraiser conference in Key West on the October 11th weekend with 80 doctors and residents in attendance. Dr. Sam Mendicino hosted the "no nonsense" format with open discussion between attendees and faculty.
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Drs. Sam Mendicino and Mark Hofbauer |
Dr. Mark Hofbauer shared that "this unique meeting at the edge of the U.S. coast, offers informal CME with great updates and interaction." Attendees also enjoyed a beach reception, Margaritaville theme breaks, and sunsets right outside the lecture hall. The meeting is a fundraiser for the West Houston and Kingwood Podiatric Residency Programs.
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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 | |
5 Marketing Steps Your Medical Practice Should Be Taking - Part 4
Marketing is no longer an optional undertaking for physician practices, particularly independent ones. As competition increases and patients take a more active role in practice selection, your viability and growth will increasingly rely on strong marketing initiatives. Relying primarily on referrals from other providers and patients is a losing proposition. Here are the first steps all practices need to take:
4. Make your website easy to be found: Create an SEO optimization and social media plan. This is another area in which professional help is highly valuable. An SEO expert with experience in practice marketing can help tweak your website language so that it is more likely to appear in searches conducted by prospective patients and referrers. Also, up your social media presence, particularly on Facebook, and consider investing in Facebook advertising. The right expert can help you create ads that reflect your value proposition and which are sent out to your target audience. Finally, monitor review websites and appropriately respond to reviews as you receive them.
Source: Kenneth "Boh" Hatter, Physicians Practice [10/28/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Denial for Combination of Digital Procedures
We billed for CPT 28124 (T5) and CPT 11730 (T5) out-patient procedures on the same day. Blue Shield denied CPT 11730 (T5). The denial reason was that this procedure is included with payment for another one performed on the same day. Is there any modifier I can add to re-submit?
Kiss Woo, Staff of Wendy Wu, DPM, Monterey Park, CA
Response: The T modifiers separate digits, so T “x” gets billed with T “y”, indicating separate digits are being worked on. You cannot use the same T modifier as you did. So in your case, the -59 modifier is the better option, I suggest CPT 28124 and CPT 11730-59.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Chris Seuferling, DPM, Stephen Musser, DPM
What toes are affected? Are there any photos? You need to make sure it's not a congenital malalignment of great toenails, as this can present with secondary fungal infection, but it is not the primary pathology.
Chris Seuferling, DPM, Portland, OR
Reinforce daily hygiene. Continue the current topical treatment for 6 months and re-evaluate.
Stephen Musser, DPM, Cleveland, OH
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM
Yes, the train has left the station, and I hope for good. Those who think differently just don't get it. Just as we get our schools to move to a complete set of courses, matching those of medical students, the last thing we need is to divide us into tiny pieces, each of which will be ignored and lost on other physicians and patients.
More than anything else, doctors of podiatric medicine need to become a stable, cohesive profession, and anyone attempting to divide us should be shown the door.
Robert Scott Steinberg, DPM, Schaumburg, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: Leonard A, Levy, DPM, MPH
Brent D. Haverstock, DPM said, "It would seem that if podiatry is to become a branch of medicine (MD/DO), the APMA would have to meet with the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)..." This remark and so many others from podiatric physicians seem to indicate that the "appetite" for DPMs to acquire an MD or DO degree is rapidly increasing. However, before any meetings take place with the AMA or AOA and the APMA, it is essential that strategic planning take place to determine exactly what the profession needs to do and what needs to be done to get there.
Such an activity must, at the least, include representation from the APMA, the Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine, representatives of the current licensing examination body (i.e., American Podiatric Medical Licensing Examination), and the bodies within our profession that represent both the accreditation of undergraduate podiatric medical education and graduate podiatric medical education (i.e., residency training).
It would be a disaster if such a plan was not properly developed and members of our profession were not on the same page. Our effort needs to be one having a uniform voice devoid of bickering by individuals and groups in the profession. The strategic plan developed should be articulated in a document containing the background of the proposal, the state of the profession, including its current education and training, and a detailed description of what is being proposed. I suggest that the time is ripe to undergo such an effort but that it needs to be done very carefully. This formal process must begin now.
Leonard A, Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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What to wear while basket weaving? |
Source: Tabitha Osler via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (LONG BEACH)
Established busy practice looking for a full-time podiatrist. This special doctor should be personal, teachable, motivated and independent. Five or more years of practice experience welcome. Need someone immediately. Please submit a CV with a cover letter and three professional references to PodiatristLB@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SAN ANTONIO, TX
Well established practice seeks full-time podiatrist in San Antonio, TX. Recent expansion to second office location offers exclusive opportunity for growth. Candidate must possess strong surgical and clinical skills and have a team player attitude. Salary with incentive structure and benefits. Please send description of your background, training, practice expectations and CV to: lisa.baine@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SC
Group practice looking for ABPS certified or PSR-36 trained DPM. Must be well versed in forefoot, rearfoot and ankle surgery and diabetic wound care. Senior doctor looking at early retirement or transition to part time work. Please send resume and cover letter to rose6584@att.net
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – PA, TX, FL, MD, KY, WASHINGTON, DC
A provider of high quality podiatric care in nursing facilities is looking for podiatrists to treat patients. We are a fast growing company looking for motivated, caring podiatrists. Full-time and part-time positions available. Please send your CV & cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Busy Podiatry Practice in Essex and Bergen County who is involved in Residency Training. Candidate must be competent in Rearfoot/Ankle Reconstruction and Limb Salvage. Must enjoy teaching, be interested in research, and keeping up to date with literature. Great opportunity for a motivated young well trained podiatrist. Please Send CV to maria@completefootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BERGEN COUNTY, NJ
Looking for a Saturday and covering podiatrist in a very busy, fast-paced practice. Offering competitive salary and bonuses. Lots of sports medicine, excellent support staff, and positive environment. Immediate start date. Please e-mail CV to cma@njfootpain.com. Should you have any further questions, you may call Gerry 201-523-9489 ext 101.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE NY
Rapidly growing practice seeks associate for fast paced, fun, busy practice. 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. Office work, hospital call, and surgery. Please send CV to: docryanlee@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ALABAMA
Love the beach? Busy, established practice located in a coastal community is looking for a full-time or part-time podiatrist! ABFAS board qualification or certification is required. Must be motivated, hardworking, positive, and dedicated to growing the practice and individual career and reputation. Must have great people skills, caring bedside manner, and positive demeanor. Must work well with staff and local medical community. Competitive pay and partnership track available. Send CV and contact information to: manager@southbaldwinpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENSACOLA FLORIDA
Do you love the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico? We are a busy two person practice located in Pensacola Florida with three locations along the Florida panhandle. We are currently seeking a full time, motivated and caring associate to join our practice with partnership opportunities. We treat the full gamut of podiatric conditions. We offer a competitive salary with a generous bonus structure, CME, 401K, health insurance. A valid Florida license is a must. We encourage all who are interested to submit their CV with a cover letter to info@pensacolapodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHERN VIRGINIA
Full time associate position, leading to partnership, opportunity for highly motivated individual with PSMR-RRA training. Well established, busy, two-office practice with all ABFAS board certified, FACFAS, foot and ankle surgeons. Would be turn-key taking over high volume existing practitioners patient care. Associated with large local hospital/residency. Competitive compensation package which includes base salary and bonus structure, health and malpractice insurance, 401K and other benefits. Immediate availability or to start when individual graduates from residency/fellowship in July 2020. Email letter of interest/CV to medical622@aol.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - KANSAS, OKLAHOMA, CENTRAL TEXAS
If your passion is to enhance people's independence and quality of life through helping them improve their mobility, then a career as a Preferred Podiatry Group podiatrist could be for you. Flexibility, autonomy, resources - they're all yours! High income potential without the logistical hassles of running an office! Significant sign-on bonuses available in these areas too. Please send an email to recruiting@PPGpc.com if you're interested in learning more about PPG podiatric care for residents in long-term care homes.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Multi-office podiatry practice in Suffolk County seeks full time associate, leading to partnership. New York State license required. Must be self-motivated and energetic. Competitive compensation package. Please email CV to newpodiatrist@optimum.net
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Modern, upscale, all-female group practice seeking energetic, team-oriented and caring FT Associate to join our busy practice. No travel, nursing homes, minimal wound care, or Medicaid. Only 18% Medicare. Compensation benefits: Salary of $125,000 + generous bonus structure, health insurance, 410K, all professional fees covered (including malpractice), time off for paid CME, scrubs/shoes annually, etc. Looking for a highly motivated and ethical individual with excellent clinical and surgical skills (residency must be 3-year surgical with plans on sitting for the FF & RF boards. Please see our website: www.lexpodiatry.com and email drfreels@lexpodiatry.com your cover letter and CV.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NAPLES, FL
Immediate and July 2020 associate positions for busy practice in SWFL. ABFAS or ABPM BC or BQ. Interpersonal skills and willingness to work as a team a must. Cloud EMR, Digital x-rays, Ultrasound, DME. Base salary, bonus, health, 401K, Paid vacations etc. Our practice cadaver surgical labs to enhance everyone's skills as a group exclusively available. If you like FL sunshine, fishing, golfing, beaches and to live and work in paradise. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CENTRAL FLORIDA
We are an established and growing group of podiatric physicians and surgeons looking for new physicians in central Florida. We are looking for a full-time, hard-working, doctor to join our practice. Board certification or qualification preferred, but not mandatory. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for those who would like to join a larger group of podiatric physicians. If interested, please submit your CV to cindy@atlanticfootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION PART-TIME – BROOKLYN, NY
WOUND CARE/RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP - MULTI-SPECIALTY SURGICAL GROUP - LOS ANGELES, CA
Multi-specialty surgical group adding wound care and reconstructive surgery podiatry fellowship for 2020-2021 academic year. Will train in multiple settings alongside plastic and general surgery in new outpatient facility. Full salary, health insurance, and housing stipend provided, with more opportunities after completing program. Send CV to: woundcaredocs@gmail.com
NON-CLINICAL FACULTY POSITION – POMONA, CA
Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine is seeking a podiatric physician who is interested in a full-time non-clinical faculty position at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. Academic rank will be commensurate with past experience. Please apply at https://apptrkr.com/1675621.
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PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTCHESTER, NY
Well established, successful, located downtown in growing major city Westchester, NY. Parking, public transportation. Retiring due to health reasons. On surgical staff of close major hospital. On ALL major health insurances, four treatment rooms, power chairs, EMR with Dragon, Electronic Billing, ERx, Digital X-ray, Vascular Testing, Fluoroscopy, RSWT, Ultrasound, Radiofrequency, Cryoprobe, Autoclave, Whirlpools, Footmax Metascan, complete surgical (with power) and conservative care instruments. PRICED TO SELL. Will introduce. E-mail: lifehope53@yahoo.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - STORZ ERGO ELECTRICAL POWER EQUIPMENT
Great for MIS. Used console with motor, foot pedal, and carrying case. Four hand pieces: sagittal, oscillating, drill, and K-wire driver. $2,250. Includes 18 miscellaneous blades, drill bits, file/rasps and K-wire, most never used. Email: edgewoodfoot@yahoo.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - ALLPRO SCANX-12 ILE DIGITAL SCANNER
Super low-cost digital solution. Used Allpro ScanX-12 ILE digital Scanner 3 brand new plates and digital screens, server. Works with your existing podiatry x-ray unit. Server, monitor, Tigerview software (not sure if it will transfer). Will need updating. Recommend a service contract first year. $4,500 plus shipping. AustinPodiatry@hotmail.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - 2020 DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEM
I purchased a brand new combined server computer rather than upgrade the older-type laptop and server to Windows 10. So it’s basically like new. X-ray hardly use. It was at a satellite research office. $17,000 delivered and set up. Email AustinPodiatry@hotmail.com for pictures, details and questions.
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