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The Voice of Podiatrists
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November 26, 2020 #6,819  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Two IL Podiatrists Receive 2020 Scholl College Honor Medallion
The Honor Medallion is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional leadership and have contributed to the advancement of the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. This year's honorees are Edwin Harris, DPM '70 and Lisa M. Schoene, DPM '90. Dr. Harris has 50 years of experience in podiatric medical education and is renowned for his specialized work in pediatric podiatry. His interests include pediatric neuromuscular disease, reconstructive congenital foot deformity surgery, and pediatric foot and ankle trauma.
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Drs. Edwin Harris and Lisa Schoene |
Dr. Schoene, a sports medicine specialist and certified athletic trainer, is highly sought-after by Olympic, professional, and semi-professional athletes both locally and nationally. She has built a successful practice, Gurnee Podiatry and Sports Medicine Associates in Gurnee, IL. A skilled speaker, she has more than 100 presentations to her name and has been published in a plethora of newspapers, magazines, and podiatry journals.
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| RESIDENCY NEWS | |
NJ Podiatrist Appointed TRMC Residency Director
Trinitas Regional Medical Center (TRMC) has appointed Georgios Kotzias, DPM as the new Program Director of the Podiatry Residency Program. Dr. Kotzias is not new to Trinitas. In fact, he completed his residency at Trinitas in 2017. Since then, he has been in practice at the Trinitas Center for Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine.
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Dr. Georgios Kotzias |
As a graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, he has also been an active faculty member in the podiatry program and is board-certified by both the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: tapintonetwork [11/24/20]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
TX Podiatrist Elected to NPR Board of Trustees NPR Foundation
National Public Radio (NPR) welcomes the election of the seven new trustees who were elected as members of the NPR Foundation Board this fall with three-year terms beginning in September 2020. Among those elected was Lawrence Harkless, DPM. Dr. Harkless is Interim Dean of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Podiatry, and Founding Dean Emeritus and Professor Emeritus, Western University Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Lawrence Harkless |
Harkless is an internationally distinguished clinical educator, investigator, lecturer, author, and political scholar who has been described as the "father of diabetic foot care." He did his undergraduate work at the University of North Texas and graduated from the California School of Podiatric Medicine. The NPR Foundation enhances current and long-term financial support for NPR, in support of of NPR's mission of creating a more informed public.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Podiatrist Joins NY Specialty Clinics
Asher Wiederkehr, DPM has joined NY Specialty Clinics in Brooklyn, NY.
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Dr. Asher Wiederkehr |
Dr. Wiederkehr received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his podiatric surgical residency at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY | |
17 Podiatrists Make Becker's ASC List of "38 Foot and Ankle Surgeons to Know"
Becker's is thrilled to feature 38 foot and ankle surgeons to know in 2020. The surgeons and specialists featured on this list have led accomplished careers and hold leadership positions at some of the top institutions across the U.S. The list was developed through nominations and internal research. Individuals do not pay and cannot pay for inclusion on this list. The list is presented in alphabetical order:
Eric Barp, DPM, Louis Ciliberti Jr., DPM, Michael Cornelison, DPM, Thanh Dinh, DPM, Homyar Karanjia, DPM, Ted Lai, DPM, George Liu, DPM, Christopher Lotufo, DPM, Alan MacGill, DPM, Spencer Monaco, DPM, Scott Nelson, DPM, Alan Ng, DPM, Christopher Reeves, DPM, Barry Rosenblum, DPM, Glenn Weinraub, DPM, Matthew Williams, DPM, and Edwin Wolf, DPM.
Source: Laura Drrda, Becker's ASC Review [11/17/20]
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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 | |
Best Collection Tactics for High-Deductible Patients - Part 2
High-deductible health plans are on the rise. Here are some methods to ensure your practice collects from patients with these plans.
2. Let patients know in advance how much they will need to pay.
Most Clearinghouses permit real-time and batch eligibility processing. It is important to know in advance whether you should collect more than just a co-pay.
Source: Lucien W. Roberts, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [11/17/20]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Intermetatarsal Nerve Decompression
I performed an intermetatarsal nerve decompression of a neuroma for a patient in our clinic. We submitted code CPT 64726 (Decompression; plantar digital nerve) to Medicare. It was rejected as “treatment was deemed by the payer to have been rendered in an inappropriate or invalid place of service.” Is there a different code or another way this should have been submitted to obtain payment?
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Response: I would really be interested in finding out the name of the Medicare Administrative Carrier that made the decision to reject the claim for CPT code 64726 since it was performed in an office setting based upon the premise that “treatment was deemed by the payer to have been rendered in an inappropriate or invalid place of service.” I find this determination to be just plain wrong.
CPT code 64726 is defined, as stated in the above post, as: Decompression; plantar digital nerve. The appropriate ICD-10-CM codes that qualify this CPT code for reimbursement are: G57.61 (Lesion of plantar nerve, right lower limb) and G57.62 (Lesion of plantar nerve, left lower limb). I find it ironic that I have performed this procedure in an office OR in the past and I have been reimbursed by the Medicare Administrative Carrier. I took the liberty of accessing the website of First Coast Service Options, the Medicare Part B Administrative Carrier for the state of Florida. CPT code 64726 is reimbursable in BOTH a facility setting and in a non- facility setting, the office. The reimbursement for performing this procedure in either setting is exactly the same amount, 278.40 or 8.11 RVUs. I am making the assumption that if one Medicare Administrative Carrier reimburses this CPT/procedure code in an office setting, Place of Service Code “11,” the other Medicare Administrative Carriers should follow suit and not only reimburse this CPT code in Place of Service Ambulatory Surgical Center (POS code “24”) or Outpatient Hospital (POS code “22”).
There is not another CPT code that should have been billed; or is there another way that the claim should have been submitted to obtain payment? Unless the Medicare Administrative Carrier of the posting physician confirms that CPT code 64726 cannot be performed in a non- facility setting, this physician should have received reimbursement.
My suggestion is to go onto the website of the Medicare Administrative Carrier in question and access the “Fee Schedule.” When you enter CPT code 64726 and the date of service in question, I am extremely confident that CPT code 64726 will be reimbursable in a facility setting AND in a non-facility setting. If this is indeed the case, you need to file a Level One Appeal (i.e., Redetermination) with the Medicare Administrative Carrier and present them with all of the appropriate documentation to support your position. Unless a Place of Service Code other than “11” was entered on the claim, you should be reimbursed.
Michael G. Warshaw, DPM, CPC, Lady Lake, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of Dennis Weber, DPM
It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my good friend Dennis Weber from pancreatic cancer. Our lives mirrored each other in the respect that we lived in suburban Maryland outside of Washington, DC. and after college attended podiatry school - he in Cleveland and I in Philadelphia. We didn't know each other then, but I believe it was divine intervention when we both attended a Pennsylvania CME seminar which "starred" Drs. Earl Kaplan, Irv Kanat, Bob Weinstock, and Sol Luft. We came away from that meeting and agreed that Civic-Kern was the place to go after school. Luckily, a few years later, our dreams came true and our residency programs overlapped and we became good friends. We then went back to suburban Maryland and opened our practices in different locations but became good friends.
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Dr. Dennis Weber |
We attended meetings together - served on some committees together - opened our own ambulatory surgery centers and played a little golf and poker too. Dennis was my "go-to guy" - if I had a question - whether personal or business - he had the ability to communicate with me in a "soft" way that was non-criticizing and always positive. We both retired to Southern Florida and lived near each other so we made a plan to have monthly breakfasts together which were a lot of fun and informative. He lived and died with dignity, which I will never forget. To his loving wife Ellen and their two children Marc and Julie and their grandchildren - I send my deepest sympathies.
Mark H. Sugar, DPM
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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Served at a podiatrist's Thanksgiving dinner? (Photo: Fashion Vs. Art) |
Source: Shoe Tease
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
POSITION AVAILABLE - SYRACUSE, NY
Great opportunity to join a growing podiatric medicine and surgical team in central New York. Fast paced, fun environment with a variety of foot pathologies. You will meet your surgical case requirements for boards within the first year. For more information please email: docryanlee@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – KENTUCKY
Associate position available for well-trained, compassionate physician for busy, established office in Central Kentucky. Wide range of services to be offered with ancillary services onsite. Enormous potential for growth. Generous salary with incentive/full benefits and partnership opportunity. Email CV and cover letter to: Kyfootdr@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HOUSTON, TX
Busy, growing, state of the art surgical, sports medicine office based group practice in Houston, TX currently looking for a full-time associate to start 8/1/21. Must be BQ/BE Competitive six-figure salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Opportunity to invest in surgery center and PT clinic. If interested, please submit your CV to mvargas@thefootpros.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Established practice seeks full-time ABFAS or ABPM cert or qual. Podiatrist for our growing practice. Ideal candidate possesses strong clinical and surgical skills. Must be willing to merge into an already established protocol-based office. State of the art facilities and equipment. Hospital privileges, No nursing homes, base $120,000, and generous bonuses. Benefits include medical insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and holidays, paid CME, and malpractice. Please send C/V to DPMOhio@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Rapidly growing podiatry practice is seeking a personable, outgoing and self-motivated individual, who is competent in office-based practices, surgery, and enjoys all aspects of podiatry. Position available immediately and/or July 2021. $120k base salary with bonus and incentives. Please send CV, letter of interest and references to podiatrystlouis@gmail.com
F/T or P/T PODIATRIST - LOS ANGELES AREA
Immediate position in respected, pleasant, fast-paced practice. Must be well-trained and confident with surgery and experienced with all patient care. Current CA license. Great opportunity for personable, patient-focused, ethical individual. Potential partnership. Send CV, references, cover letter to podiatricphysician26@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PORTLAND SUBURB, OR
Busy, growing, group practice in Portland, OR currently looking for a full-time Associate/Graduate. Must be ABPM BQ/BE Competitive six-figure salary, paid malpractice insurance and CME, bonus, health insurance, paid vacation time off. Please submit your CV with references to: drwring@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST PETERSBURG/CLEARWATER, FL
Rapidly growing two location practice looking for a full-time associate. General podiatry, wound care, sports medicine, DME, surgery, inpatient. Competitive salary, malpractice, paid time off, CME included. Applicant must be highly personable, caring, and self-motivated. New graduate or experienced provider. Submit letter of interest and CV to precisionfootandankleFL@gmail.com.
FULL TIME PODIATRIST- NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North 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 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.
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained with a current Texas podiatry license. Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of conditions. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail CV, References Letters, Short Video Introduction Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PODIATRY GROUP IN SAN BERNARDINO/ ORANGE /LOS ANGELES COUNTIES
Position starting august 2021. Must be well trained in limb preservation, trauma and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Send CV to podiatricri@yahoo.com.
PODIATRIST POSITION – F/T IN OCALA, FL TERRITORY AND P/T IN VARIOUS FL LOCATIONS
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 foot, ankle, and lower leg care to residents living in long-term facilities in the Orlando/Daytona Florida territory. 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 Florida licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS credentialed fellowship avail, must be BQ ACFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
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PRACTICES FOR SALE - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Long established in two Hudson Valley, NY counties. 4 employed podiatrists, experienced staff. Full hospital admitting, surgical privileges. Participation in most commercial, advantage, Medicare & Medicaid. Custom built Office #1 = 1900 sq ft 3-4 tx rms FOR SALE in deal. Office#2 = 1400 sq ft rental 3 tx rms. Contact: podiatrypracticeny@yahoo.com
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