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December 01, 2021 #7,093  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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PM News Advance Vacation Notice
PM News will not be publishing the week of December 27th, 2021. We will resume publishing on January 3rd, 2022.
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| PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES | |
Diabetics Need Periodic Exams to Assess Risks: IN Podiatrist
The majority of diabetics regularly check their blood sugar to make sure it stays at an acceptable level. However, they also need to check their feet just as often. Diabetes can affect the body in many ways. The longer diabetes is in place, the higher blood sugars can complicate blood flow and sensation, according to Baptist Health Floyd podiatrist Joseph Spires, DPM. He said it is “very important” for diabetics to check their feet on a regular basis to look for sores, open wounds, or an injury that can lead to more serious issues.
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“Checking feet on a routine basis is a very important aspect, to see if there is a problem,” he said. “If diabetic patients were recently diagnosed, they need to come in and get a once over, and a better understanding of what that risk is for them as an individual and to make sure everything is on point long-term is pretty important. That may mean they need to come in every two weeks to once a year. It’s all about that risk.”
Source: CNHI News [11/29/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
VA Podiatry Practice Partners With House of Mercy to Collect Shoes for Homeless
To help people experiencing homelessness be more prepared for the cold this winter, Williamsburg Podiatry (Michael Dente, DPM) is hosting its first Winter Shoe Drive for Williamsburg House of Mercy. The local podiatry practice is collecting gently used men’s and women’s winter boots, work boots, tennis shoes and new socks, as well as monetary donations.
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The donations will be given to Williamsburg House of Mercy, a non-profit organization that provides support to homeless individuals and families.
Source: Molly Feser, WY Daily News [11/29/21]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
Lexington Medical Center Welcomes SC Podiatrist
Lexington Medical Center has welcomed Thomas D. Nguyen, DPM, to the hospital’s network of care at Lexington Podiatry. Dr. Nguyen earned his podiatric medical degree at the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine.
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Dr. Nguyen completed his podiatric residency at Mercy Health – St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio. He is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Source: The Lexington Ledger [11/29/21]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Walking During The Pandemic Improves Health: Aussie Podiatrist
“With COVID lockdowns and restrictions, people tend to be more sedentary, perhaps sitting and working longer hours than usual, possibly eating more out of boredom or seeking comfort. All of these lead to extra strain on your joints,” explains Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) spokesperson Caitlin Jeffries.
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“Walking and moving actually lubricates the soft tissue and your joints and that’s why the age-old saying of ‘move it or lose it’ is so relevant.” Meanwhile, getting blood flowing back to the heart is also very important for good health,” Jeffries says.
Source: Mirage News
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
2021 Year-end Financial Planning Checklist
The end of the year is a good time to check in on your financial plan to see if everything is on track or if some things need adjusting. You will be in a better position for 2022 the sooner these items are addressed and adjusted if they are off-track.
2. Max Out Retirement Accounts
The contribution limit for 401(k)s and 403(b)s in 2021 is $19,500. The catch-up contribution amount for those over age 50 is an additional $6,500. The deadline for making 401(k) and 403(b) contributions is 12/31/2021. The contribution limit for individual retirement accounts (IRAs) is $6,000 and an additional $1,000 for those over age 50. IRA contributions can be made up to the April 2022 tax filing deadline.
Source: Jeff Witz, CFP®, Physicians Practice [11/17/21]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Medicare Advantage Plan and ABNs
If I have a patient that would like a service that is not covered by their Medicare Advantage Plan, do I need to obtain an ABN? Are ABNs relevant for Medicare Advantage Plans?
Codingline Archive
Response: For Medicare Advantage Plans (MAP), unfortunately you can NOT use ABNs. Only traditional Medicare can you execute the ABN for fee-for-service Medicare. For MAPs, you must send in a request to the plan asking for them to provide in writing whether they do or do not cover the service you are planning to provide. They are required to provide to the beneficiary and you in writing a response regarding whether the service you perceive as not covered, is in fact, a non-covered service. Once received, then you can collect from the patient for those services in the future.
David J Freedman, DPM, CPC,Silver Spring, MD
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (RELEVANT RESEARCH) | |
RE: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Linked to Cognitive Decline in Type 2 Diabetes
From: Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is associated with a decline in cognition for people with type 2 diabetes, according to a study by JL Barzilay from the Division of Endocrinology at Emory University School of Medicine published in the Journal of Diabetes and its Complications. In his findings from the Glycemia Reduction Approaches in Diabetes Study (GRADE), diabetic peripheral neuropathy was associated with worse results in cognitive tests, but no association was found with cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy and cognition. Barzilay indicates that “If indeed subclinical peripheral neuropathy arises together with subclinical cognitive dysfunction in people with diabetes, it suggests that people with peripheral neuropathy may be at risk later on for more serious clinical cognitive dysfunction.”
In fully adjusted models, highly sensitive C-reactive protein, HbA1c, systolic blood pressure, and alcohol intake were not associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. However, LDL cholesterol was associated with definite diabetic peripheral neuropathy, but not continuous diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Waist circumference and urine albumin creatinine ratio were the strongest covariates in the association between diabetic peripheral neuropathy and cognitive impairment. “Recently there was a scientific study demonstrating that peripheral nerve stimulation leads to MRI changes in the parts of the brain associated with cognition,” Barzilay said. “Such scientific studies can help explain how and why such associations exist.
Leonard A. Levy, DPM, MPH, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRISTS AND DIABETES) | |
From: Steven Kravitz, DPM
Congratulations to both David Armstrong, DPM and Larry Lavery, DPM. Dr. Armstrong was listed as the top-rated expert in diabetic foot in the world during the years 2011-2021. However, also outstanding is that this Medscape article acknowledges Larry Lavery, DPM as the number three rated expert in diabetic foot in the entire USA during the years 2011-2021.
The worldwide analysis is "based on 6,449 eligible articles published since 2011." Medscape is a biographical database that uses primarily MEDLINE published articles. It is produced by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). This achievement is remarkable for both of these doctors and at the same time is the very best way the podiatric community, on a worldwide scale, can be recognized for our expertise and knowledge in the treatment of the diabetic foot. Their accomplishments cannot be understated.
Publishing scientific articles in podiatric publications is indeed important. But also equally as important is to publish in other sources for other fields of medicine to broaden our reach to inform other providers of the skills and knowledge offered by the podiatric physician. Many thanks for their hard work and effort.
Steven Kravitz, DPM, Winston-Salem, NC
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| YOU CAN'T MALE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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De"fence" for De"feet"? |
Source: Abel Bazan via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PODIATRY PRACTICE FOR SALE – NEW YORK CITY
30 years in practice. 2-3 days a week. Located in Gramercy Park, New York with the option to renew lease or bring the patients to your own practice. For more information, please email dr.raminzaghi@yahoo.com or call, text, or leave a message at 201-310-5749.
PRACTICE FOR SALE - LAKE TAHOE, CA
Solo practice, turn-key with 2 treatment rooms, 3rd available. General podiatry mix with hospital nearby. Zoomers with insurance moving to town. Boomers with cash anxious to maintain active lifestyle Rent or buy freestanding building. Contact patwooft@hotmail.com
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – PENNSYLVANIA
Looking to hire no later than July 2022. We are a free-standing large office with surgery center on site searching for a new surgeon to join our high volume practice. Located in a thriving, affluent community with growing patient base. Partnership/equity opportunity for an individual where significant surgical productivity exists in one's own office. Email inquiries/CV to ascpractice142@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND/ WEST VIRGINIA AREA
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
PART TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – LEHIGH VALLEY, PENNSYLVANIA
We are a growing podiatry practice with multiple locations and doctors. We are looking for a Part-time motivated and caring doctor to join our busy practice. Great prospect for experienced doctor as well as new associate. Applicants interested in nursing homes, office-based practice needed. Please send CV. Khancock@pafootdoctors.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – BALTIMORE, MARYLAND
Podiatry group seeks full-time podiatrist to perform surgical, nonsurgical and wound care. Good opportunity for a graduating PSR-36 resident to join us. We are a high volume, four office/five physician group. The practice is affiliated with a 350-bed teaching hospital with a strong referral base. A generous base salary with a full benefits package. Candidate must be ABFAS eligible or certified. Email CV to jhoward@ggpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
FT position available. $200K starting salary. Benefits include health insurance, malpractice, and paid vacation. Well established, single location, 30yr practice. The office has been recently renovated. Position has high financial growth potential for those that are motivated. Email CV to footdoc789@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DURANGO, CO
Established and growing practice in need of a podiatry candidate with strong surgical and clinical skills. Multiple clinics and some mobile locations in the beautiful Four-Corners area with endless outdoor activities. Board Certified/Board Qualified recommended. Job Type: Full-time. Pay: $120,000 starting base with incentives per year. swfoot21@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy two office practice in Upstate SC seeking a full time podiatry associate. Senior doctor looking to slow down. Partnership potential. General podiatry and surgery. Benefits include 401K, malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME, short and long term disability. PTO. Please send CV to podiatryresumes@upstatefootdocs.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WASHINGTON DC METRO AREA
Busy and thriving podiatry practice with 4 office locations and ASC seeking a surgically trained, highly motivated, ethical and responsible full time associate. Offering a varied patient base and strong support staff, this position could lead to ownership opportunities. Email CV to LFFAC04@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, CT, DE, PA, OH, MO, NJ, NY, TN, FL
PediRite provides care to nursing home residents. Excellent opportunities working in our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, very lucrative commissions! Great match if you have open days/hours in your schedule. Resume to sara@sightrite.com (sign-on bonus for VA, CT, DE and PA for immediate start)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LONG ISLAND/QUEENS
Advanced Podiatry Seeking Full Time DPM for upscale practices based on Long Island with opportunities in Queens and Suffolk. Excellent work environment and company culture. Latest technology with digital x-ray, laser, EHR, Ultrasound, the latest Apple software and iPads. Must be surgically trained, motivated, with a great work ethic. Very competitive salary with significant upside. Visit www.LIFootCare.com and email eavieiradpm@gmail.com for more info.
PODIATRIST POSITIONS – FLORIDA/SOUTH CAROLINA
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 lower extremity care to residents living in long-term facilities throughout the state of Florida and South Carolina. 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 State licenses. Email CV to kgadmin@kghealthpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NEW YORK
Expanding multi-office Tri-State practice in New York’s Hudson Valley (1 hour north of NYC) and Milford, PA. Routine podiatry and surgical. Partnering with a NJ Ortho group and will be the main foot/ankle provider. Also, acquiring new location of a retiring colleague. Forward thinking private practice that thrives on offering superb outcomes, minimally invasive surgery, complex repairs and VIP service to our patients. Confident high-energy and skilled physician that lives and breathes foot and ankle and desires independent practice. Email Cover letter, CV, surgical logs (case details/numbers). Salary $130K/Bonus. Drfrankel@frankelfoot.com
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - NEW JERSEY
Well-established and fast growing House-call podiatry practice (www.homefootcareservices.com) is looking for Full-Time or Part-time podiatrists to do home , assisted living, nursing homes, adult daycare center visits in NJ. Full Time Position: $100,000 Base Pay Plus BONUS, Paid Gas, Malpractice Ins., Health Ins, Car allowance, Administrative/EMR support. Email resume - Lana.Raginsky@homefootcareservices.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - FLORHAM PARK, NJ
Full-time associate position available for immediate hire in Northern NJ. Competitive compensation package. State of the art facility that includes all aspect of podiatric care. Must be surgically trained with a great work ethic. Please send CV to drsteinberg@florhamparkpodiatry.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HAGERSTOWN AND FREDERICK MARYLAND
Offices located in Frederick and Hagerstown Maryland. Motivated seller/owner of 26 years is ready to sell Hagerstown practice after one year associate position. Would consider selling outright from the start. Will be available for advising, teaching, and practice management as long as needed. Highly producing, full scope podiatry office. drhenrock@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - RHODE ISLAND
Well-established 28 yr practice is looking for motivated and caring doctor with the possibility of eventual partnership and transition to buyout Compensation includes competitive six-figure salary, health & malpractice insurance, vacation and CME time. Hospital privileges with referral base; all aspects of podiatry. Digital x-ray, Laser, EMR. Please send CV to: ripodiatryassociate@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – OH, KY, CO
National podiatry leader hiring physicians to practice at state-of-the-art facilities in Columbus, Louisville, and Denver — with more national locations to come soon. Our physicians receive generous compensation, bonuses, and a path to partnership without the financial risk. Email resume to careers@podiatry-partners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEW JERSEY
Full-time position available for immediate hire in New Jersey with multiple locations. We are currently looking for a board certified/qualified person who is highly motivated with excellent bedside manner and personality, charismatic, and most importantly a team player. Compensation would include a competitive salary with bonus structure, health insurance, paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance. Full array of office-based services with local hospitals, surgery centers and wound care centers. The practice includes all aspects of podiatry ranging from trauma, elective forefoot and rearfoot patients to routine foot care. If interested, please submit your CV to drbhuta@ankleandfootdoctors.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 - 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 2022. $120k base salary with bonus and incentives. Please send CV and letter of interest to podiatrystlouis@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Stat position for busy, modern practice. ABFAS BC/BQ, EMR, Dig x-rays, U.S., DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, fees, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship available. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS
Looking to hire Summer of 2022. Thriving podiatry practice in Chicago suburbs looking for associate to take practice to the next level. Must be highly motivated and the ability to wow our patients with your charismatic personality and professional expertise. 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
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WEST COAST FLORIDA
Outstanding opportunity for PSR-36 graduate to join successful group podiatry practice. Seeking a sociable, articulate graduate who is confident in foot and ankle surgery but also enjoys all phases of podiatry. Long-term opportunity for the right candidate with generous pay and benefits. Reply to: jwicks@cortezfootandankle.com
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