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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,706 Podiatrists Daily
November 22, 2014 #5,224  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
MI Podiatrist Receives AAPPM President's Award
During the recent Fall Conference of the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management, AAPPM President Charles Greiner, DPM awarded Jeffrey Frederick, DPM with the AAPPM President’s Award. This honor was presented for Dr. Frederick’s commitment, leadership, and service to the AAPPM.
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(L-R) Drs Charles Greiner and Jeff Frederick |
“The AAPPM would not be here today without the leadership Dr. Frederick provided the AAPPM for the last several years. In addition to being a good friend, he has been a mentor and example of a confident leader for our profession,” said Greiner.
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
OHFAMA Elects New Officers for Centennial Year
The Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association’s (OHFAMA) 2014 House of Delegates elected officers for 2015, which will be their centennial year.
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OHFAMA newly-elected officers: (L-R) Drs. Thomas McCabe, Corey Russell, Richard Schilling, Karen Kellogg, and Alan Block. |
Elected were:
President – Corey Russell, DPM
Immediate Past President – Karen Kellogg, DPM
First Vice President – Richard Schilling, DPM
Second Vice President – Thomas McCabe, DPM
Secretary/ Treasurer – Alan Block, DPM, MS
Elected as the 2015 APMA Delegates were: Kevin Schroeder, DPM – Delegation Chair; Bruce Blank, DPM; Marc Greenberg, DPM; Corey Russell, DPM; Alan Block, DPM, MS; Mark Gould, DPM; Karen Kellogg, DPM. Alternates: Atta Asef, DPM; Animesh Bhatia, DPM and Jerauld Ferritto, DPM.
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| MEETING NEWS | |
AAPPM Fall Conference Addresses Healthcare Reform
The American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management (AAPPM) completed its 2014 schedule of events with another packed Fall Conference at Lago Mar Resort in sunny and warm Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The nearly 200 physicians, assistants, executive managers, and exhibitors experienced an agenda that featured a full day of workshops followed by a weekend agenda with three different tracks that offered nearly 15 hours of continuing education credits.
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Attendees listen to keynote by Dr. Sev Hrywnak |
Speakers touched on topics from healthcare reform to the latest in wound care. The conference also included a full-day devoted to topics and challenges facing practice executive managers and medical assistants that also had credits available for the PMAC credential.
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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Amoxicillin Adverse Effects Under-reported, Under-recognized
The adverse effects of amoxicillin appear to be under-reported in clinical trials. In particular, treatment with amoxicillin-clavulanic acid commonly results in diarrhea, and treatment with amoxicillin-clavulanic acid or amoxicillin commonly results in candidiasis. Malcom Gillies, PhD, from NPS Medicine Wise, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, and colleagues published their systemic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials online November 17 in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.
The authors found that 10% of courses of treatment with amoxicillin were associated with diarrhea. They calculated an odds ratio for diarrhea of 3.30 (95% confidence interval, 2.23 - 4.87) for patients receiving amoxicillin-clavulanic acid compared with control patients. The odds ratio for candidiasis was significantly higher, at 7.77 (95% confidence interval, 2.23 - 27.11).
Source: Lara C. Pullen, PhD, Medscape News [11/19/14]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of James V. McInerny, DPM
Dr. James V. McInerny passed away on October 7th, 2014. I just thought his friends and colleagues should know.
Aric M. Dinnerman, DPM, Westbury, NY
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Doctorbase
I recently discussed Doctorbase with one of their reps. They are offering Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for the practice, as well as a secure patient communication portal. I had not previously heard of them and am not familiar with their reputation. I was also unable to find anything on the web that was not linked to their sites. Has anyone had any experience with them?
Eric Steen, DPM, Denver, CO
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Which code: CPT 28126 or CPT 28160?
Which code would be most appropriate to bill when the prominent head or base of the phalanx is partially removed due to a painful overlying corn, CPT 28126 or CPT 28160?
Lynn Stafford, DPM, Fort Wayne, IN
Response: Let's look at the two CPT codes you asked about
1) CPT 28126 - resection, partial or complete, phalangeal base, each toe
2) CPT 28160 - hemiphalangectomy or interphalangeal joint excision, toe, proximal end of phalanx, each
So, if you are removing an interphalangeal joint, meaning the base of the middle phalanx and the head of the proximal phalanx, then it is CPT 28160.
If correcting the hammertoe, then it would be CPT 28285 -correction, hammertoe (e.g., interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy). This procedure allows for removal of part of the phalanx, i.e., the head of the proximal phalanx. If just doing the phalangeal base, then use CPT 28126.
David J. Freedman, DPM, CPC, Silver Spring, MD
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APMA Members: Click here for your free Codingline Silver subscription
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
In yesterday's "Podiatric Products in the News" section, the story spoke about doctors discussing the Hyprocure procedure and described "The procedure is nearly pain-free." What is nearly pain-free? What a dangerous use of wording when discussing a surgical procedure. I think using "rosey" language is blatant deception and unethical.
I am a strong advocate of the HyProCure procedure and find it can be a life-changing procedure for some of the patients who have it done. But, "nearly pain-free" - come on guys, let's keep it real. All patients respond differently to any surgery, some have pain, some don't. There are varying degrees. The procedure does not differ and is not magical in any way that it is "nearly pain-free."
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Source: Michael J Felicetta, DPM
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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ASC STAFF PRIVILEGES AVAILABLE - NEW JERSEY
Fair Lawn ASC (ambulatory surgical center) is accepting applications for staff privileges. NJ license needed. Patient transportation available in the tri state area. Equity buy-in available. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM.
LOCUM TENENS WANTED – NEW YORK
Seeking recent podiatry graduate who can speak English and Spanish to run 2 offices in Queens January, February, and possibly March due to medical absence. Position can lead to associate/ partnership. Please email: Hsd18@aol.com if interested.
PODIATRIC PHYSICIAN WANTED - CHICAGO/SUBURBS
If you are working in private practice and have the time to see more patients; we can significantly increase your income. Chicago Podiatric Surgeons is looking for a minimum of two days per week commitment to work at one of our offices located in Chicago, Tinley Park or Lombard. Enjoy a full schedule and high compensation immediately. We would consider part or full time employment, independent contracting, partnership or merge. If interested or want more information contact, Thomas Carr, DPM at dr.tcarr@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION, IMMEDIATE – NORTHERN CALIFORNIA/SF EAST BAY
We are seeking podiatrists to join our multi-office practice, immediate opening. Must have great people skills, bedside manner, and positive demeanor. California license required. No nursing home visits. Prefer private practice experience, credentialed with insurance. Full and Part Time positions. Send CV and cover letter to: ebpod2008@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP IN LOS ANGELES
Looking for PMSR/RRA graduate to join the group and the residency training 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 topodiatricri@yahoo.com attention Stan Mathis, DPM
ASSOCIATE POSITION - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY- KANSAS CITY
Kansas City may be the perfect move for you and your family. We are looking for an entrepreneurial-minded associate who wants to grow and then own part of an already successful practice. If you are the right candidate for this associate position, you will enjoy a competitive compensation package and you will be working with doctors who are as committed to your success as we are to our own. Go to: www.YourFutureInPodiatry.com for full details.
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR A DPM - DC METRO AREA
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC is in need of a replacement practitioner in our Downtown Silver Spring and DC offices. Come join our team of top docs. If you are an established practitioner (available now), and you are enthusiastic, personable, motivated and well-trained, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position in our 33-doctor group with 21 locations with you. Significant patient flow, EMR, computerized scheduling, certified ambulatory surgical centers, hospital and physician referral base. Please send cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.com.
BUSY PRACTICE SEEKING FULL TIME / PART-TIME ASSOCIATE - WASHINGTON, DC
Active DC License required now. All facets of podiatry including office, ER, hospital surgery, and nursing homes. We are in three offices in the DC area. We treat you right. Applicants should be PSR-24/36. Competitive salary. You will be seeing 20 patients a day from the start. Opportunity to get cases for boards. Hospital based practice.. Come grow with us. Send CV and references to DCMDfootdoc@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
We are a group practice based in Irvine (Orange County), with a second office in the high desert city of Victorville. Currently, there are four doctors in the group and we are ready to bring on a fifth doctor. Both offices are attached to surgicenters. We have a high patient volume and very little C & C. Our compensation is competitive and negotiable. If you are interested in this opportunity, please feel free to reply via email or call me at your convenience. Michael Goddard 949-289-0685 Email: mgoddard@cafai.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Well-rounded, hospital based podiatry practice. Large number of new patients monthly, digital x-rays, and EMR. Team podiatrist for Division 1 college sports program. Currently have 3 DPMs and 3 offices. Senior partner is Chair of Pod Dept.; Partner & Associate are involved in wound center. Offices located 75 miles north of New York City, in the beautiful Hudson Valley. More affordable cost of living; great place to live. Looking for a personable individual with strong ethics and high motivation. Seeking an associate leading to potential partnership. Must have PM & S-36 training. Please call (845) 471-2243 or email eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND
Multiple office practice located on the Eastern Shore of MD near beaches. Seeking motivated, energetic individual to join our three existing physicians. We are an expanding practice with focus on all aspects of podiatric care. Offices equipped with ultrasound, digital imaging, 3-D scanners, onsite ambulatory surgery center and many other state of the art amenities. Excellent salary with bonus and benefits package. Send CV to dpmkthomas@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - MISSOURI/KANSAS
Podiatrists needed to join the nation’s largest growing, most technologically advanced and expertly managed nursing home medical and podiatry practice. We ensure your success by providing an established patient base, scheduling and billing assistance, medical assistant, allowances for equipment, coverage of travel expenses, and the newest tablet-technology EMR system to dramatically reduce your workload so you can spend more time providing quality care to patients. We offer generous benefits and flexible scheduling: base salary available, bonus opportunities, malpractice coverage, matching 401(k), health insurance benefits. Part-time positions available. Send CV to careers@aggeus.org. Call 866-216-5518, ext. 305. www.aggeus.org. Confidentiality assured.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CAROLINA
South Carolina's largest provider of foot care is a multi-doctor, multi-location practice currently seeking a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician to join our TEAM. South Carolina License is necessary. Salary range $120k-$140k (base + bonus) and benefits. Please send Letter of Interest and CV to scdpmjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL FLORIDA
Associate wanted for well-established practice in central Florida. Experienced support staff, malpractice coverage and health insurance provided. Excellent opportunity for a promising future. To apply please go to www.yourcareerinpodiatry.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA FLORIDA
Beaches, great weather, great restaurants, culture, laid back lifestyle – all year! "old-style" work ethic, unique thriving practice. Associate to "Buy-In" Opportunity. Customer service, sense of humor detailed, driven, laid back personality. Market yourself and the practice, Good surgical skills, great practice management ability. Email, "I'm the ONE!", CV, docmkatz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NY, LI, and NJ
Position available for a 3-year residency trained, board eligible/certified experienced DPM to work in multiple locations. NYC, Long Island,and New Jersey. Call for information (516) 476-1815
ASSOCIATE POSITION – TEXAS
Seeking three-year surgically trained podiatrist for busy podiatric medical and surgical practice in Texas. Must be hard-working, open to direction, and willing to do all phases of podiatric foot and ankle care. Please send CV, and salary history to: jmh6122@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FREDERICK, MARYLAND
Exceptional opportunity for an associate Podiatrist who is trained in all aspects of trauma and podiatry. ER call is required. Salary with bonus structure and benefits package is offered. Please send CV and case log with cover letter to drsteinberg@mynewfeet.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALGARY, ALBERTA
Growing new practice is seeking a highly motivated associate. State-of-the-art office (5 exam rooms, 1 surgical suite), EMR, digital x-rays, Cutera Genesis Plus laser, shockwave therapy and orthotic scanners. Must have excellent bedside manner and people skills. Please e-mail CV to info@alpinefootankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTHWEST INDIANA/CHICAGOLAND AREA
Busy established practice looking for a full time Associate with long term goal of partnership. Two to Three PSR trained. Modern office with EHR/Digital X-ray. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits. Please send cover letter, and CV to Pjames@cffaac.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - MULTIPLE ITEMS
PADNET $14,000 OBO Cost $28,000, 2 Midmark 417 chairs and 2 stools $4,000 each, Autoclave Ritter/MidmarkM 9 $2,000, Fluoroscan Premier Purchased used 1 year ago $20,000. Email Tajranier@aol.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE - NEUROTHERM NT250
Podiatherm /NT250 Incoming test procedure with various accessories. Purchased in 2012 for 7075.00 now priced @ 4995.00. Training possible Please contact me @ no1footdoc@gmail.com or 845 454 0630 ext 106
PRACTICE MERGER SOUGHT – NORTHERN NJ
If you are tired of the business aspect of running your practice, and are in the Paramus, Ridgewood, or Hackensack area, I am looking for the right practice to merge into my own. I will handle all aspects of your practice. No more worrying about ordering supplies, paying suppliers, dealing with employees, health insurance or malpractice insurance. Diagnostic x-rays, laser, vascular analysis, diagnostic ultrasound, EMR, etc., available. Earn more money without the day-to-day drudgery of practice. No practice is too small to consider. All information discussed will be considered confidential. E-mail Lfg3657@optonline.net
SPACE TO SHARE - MANHATTAN AND LI
Desirable locations on Upper East Side, Gramercy, the Financial District, and Plainview (North Shore Long Island). Extremity MRI and cat scan available in selected offices. Call 516 476-1815 PODO2345@AOL.COM.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS AREA
This 37 year old practice located in the. Very busy practice with surgery, biomechanics, orthosis and diabetic foot care. Reasonably priced. Call 1-716-688-4087 and leave message or E-mail me at dwink@roadrunner.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE- ARIZONA
Central Arizona - between Phoenix and Tucson. Well established and very busy 35 year old solo-practice. High volume surgery and general practice with good cross-section of patients from pediatric to geriatric. Hospital, surgicenter and in-office surgery. Located in professional center. Contact E-mail:pmmpod@gmail.com
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