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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 18,681 Subscribers Daily
December 02, 2019 #6,561  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
IL Podiatrists Deliver More Than 100 Boots to Rescue Mission
OSF HealthCare St. Anthony Medical Center podiatry residents and residency director Kelly John, DPM recently delivered more than 100 boots and provided foot care to guests of the Rockford Rescue Mission.
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In 2018, OSF HealthCare provided 100 new pairs of shoes and basic foot care to 60 guests of Carpenter’s Place.
Source: Rockford Register Star [11/29/19]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Welcomes IL Podiatrist
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital continues to expand its medical staff and advanced practice providers. Recently, the hospital welcomed Bryan Guignon, DPM.
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Dr. Guignon graduated from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a residency at Loyola University Medical Center.
Source: Illinois Business Journal [11/29/19]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS AND FOOTWEAR | |
Chefs and Restaurant Workers Need Supportive Footwear: UK Podiatrist
If Newcastle-based podiatrist Damian Mather was standing in front of a room of chefs, he could talk for hours. Such is the prolific nature of foot health problems faced by hospitality professionals. Chefs are often confined to small spaces while wait staff are on the move. The commonality? Both are on their feet for hours on end, likely on hard surfaces wearing less-than optimum footwear.
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The conditions of restaurant life can lead to overuse injuries — think repetitive strain injuries and stress fractures. Whatever the concern, there are a number of strategies to reduce discomfort. Off-the-shelf alternatives are typically used for short-term injuries — think heat-molded insoles — while chronic pain will usually require a customized device. Mather says most aches and pains can be pinned to one issue. “It boils down to support … that’s the biggest thing.”
Source: Madeline Woolway, Hospitality Magazine [11/28/19]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
7 Financial Reports Your Practice Needs to Run - Part 5
Most physicians readily admit that classes on how to run a successful medical practice were not part of the curriculum in medical school. While "financial reporting," might not have been a class at your medical school, experts say you need to at least become familiar with understanding some of the basic reports. Here are seven to track.
5. Provider Productivity – A provider performance and productivity report measures what each physician is contributing to the practice. From this report, you can spot areas of weakness or strength and increase revenue producing activity while holding down costs.” - John Bender, MD, Board of Directors at AAFP
Source: Angela Watkins, Physicians Practice [11/15/19]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (OBITUARIES) | |
RE: The Passing of David Louis Tomczak, DPM
Dr. David Louis Tomczak, age 89, passed away on November 27, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He earned a Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the Illinois College of Podiatry. He set up his medical practice in Muskegon in 1960 and retired 50 years later to the dismay of his many patients.
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Dr. David Tomczak |
He was very involved in his community as he served as the Muskegon Community Concerts President for several years, as well as being a member of the Optimist Club, Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, Michigan Bonsai Club, prison ministry, served on the school board of Muskegon Catholic Central, and was the co-owner of Giuseppe's Pizza in Lakeside.
Source: Grand Rapids Press [12/1/19]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Adjustment of a Rybo Brace
Is there a code that we can use to bill out for the adjustment of a Rybo Brace?
Carrie G, Jacksonville, FL
Response: Adjustments of custom or custom fit pre-fabricated AFOs are included as part of HCPCS code(s) for the device at the time of and first 90 days (assuming your warranty period does not exceed 90 days) after dispensing. Adjustments are thus rolled into the reimbursement for the device during this time period.
After 90 days (or longer if the warranty period exceeds 90 days), one can bill for labor in increments of 15 minutes for miscellaneous adjustments requiring no parts. This would be billed as HCPCS code L4205.
Paul Kesselman, DPM, Woodside, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From:Allen Jacobs, DPM
The question of evaluating the diabetic patient for manifestations of autonomic neuropathy is an important one, whether by ANS testing, other technologies, or by history or clinical examination. In my opinion, investigation of the diabetic patient for the presence of autonomic neuropathy is largely not performed.
In the lower extremity, manifestations of autonomic neuropathy include neuropathic edema, sudomotor deficits (xerosis, dry skin), vasomotor instability, vascular calcification, or an increased predisposition to...
Editor's note: Dr. Jacobs' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) - PART 2 | |
From: Robert Kornfeld, DPM
I’m sorry and disappointed to see this kind of biased reporting on this site. CBD has been legalized in all 50 states for use in adult humans and pets (not children other than for seizures). There is far from a paucity of literature about its safety and efficacy. It has been well studied for years and there are still ongoing studies. Yes, there are unscrupulous companies out there. Selling to pregnant women is unethical since there are no teratogenicity studies. Putting it in food is a direct violation of FDA guidelines. It doesn’t belong in food no more than ibuprofen belongs in food.
Claims for its effects in advertising and on labels will always be an issue with the FDA since they don’t allow claims to be made for any natural substance. Putting in chemical additives is another issue. I’m all for removing companies like this from the market. However, this FDA release smacks of BIG PHARMA. There are NO studies to show it can do harm when...
Editor's note: Dr. Kornfeld's extended-length letter can be read here.
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RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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These shoes take the cake! |
Source: Joyce-de-Gruite via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
2020-2022 LOWER EXTREMITY PERIPHERAL NERVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP
US Neuropathy Centers is now accepting applications for their 2-year lower extremity peripheral nerve surgery fellowship accredited by the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons (AENS). This fellowship is directed by Dr. Stephen L Barrett in Atlanta, Georgia. The fellowship includes microsurgical training at the Mayo Clinic, fundamental and advanced AENS peripheral nerve surgery cadaveric courses, and qualification for fellowship status in the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons upon completion. Applicants will need a Georgia license by 6/30/2020 and have completed a CPME accredited 3-year residency. Send your CV, two letters of recommendation, and a cover letter to: USneuropathyATL@gmail.com
ANKLE & FOOT ASSOCIATES DEFORMITY CORRECTION & ADVANCED SURGICAL SKILLS FELLOWSHIP - SE GEORGIA
Fellow position available for the year 2020-2021. Focus on deformity correction, orthoplastics, minimally invasive surgery, and trauma. Interested candidates should send CV to AnkleandFootFellowship@outlook.com. Fellow to be chosen by mid-December.
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. Also 1 fellowship position: ACFAS-approved surgical fellowship open for 2020 yr. MIS, RRA Surgery, Practice Management w over 1,200 procedures/450 cases/yr. Must have foot/RRA ABFAS qualified status by 8/2020. DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – LONG ISLAND, NY
FT associate position available July 2020 with a nearly 40 y/o group practice on LI. Future partnership opportunity. Compensation includes competitive salary & production bonus, pension, medical & malpractice insurance & PTO. Board qualified/certified needed for hospital affiliation. Send CV to PODCOAL@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA BAY
Immediate opening. Also accepting applicants to begin July 2020. Well-established, multi-doctor practice in one of the finest demographic areas of Tampa Bay. High tech, EMR, digital x-rays, ESWT. Sports medicine, surgery and general podiatry. No NH/HMO's. Excellent hospital privileges. C.V. to floridapodiatrist@tampabay.rr.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ROCKLAND/WESTCHESTER/SUBURBAN NYC
Well-established foot and ankle surgery/sports medicine practice looking to hire a Talented Team Player to add to our successful family. Must be surgically trained, willing to work hard, and grow with us. Highly competitive salary. Modern, advanced equipment, including PinPointe Laser. Terrific opportunity for the right doctor. Signing bonus. Partnership potential. Please send Cover Letter and CV to: linchpindpm@yahoo.com
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 PODIATRIST - METROPOLITAN MARYLAND
Established practice (3 locations) looking for a full-time podiatrist with opportunity for partnership. Must be motivated, personable and dedicated to our growing practice. Must have strong skills in wound care, diabetes, general podiatry and surgery. The ideal candidate will be able to merge into an already protocol-based office. State of the art, fully staffed facility including EMR, PadNet, DME, digital x-rays and shoe stores on premises. Staff privileges at 3 local hospitals. Great location close to Washington D.C. and Virginia. Please send CV to marylandpodiatryjobs@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - WESTERN PHILADELPHIA SUBURBS
Is your ideal practice opportunity one with all aspects of podiatry included? We are a group practice with 6 offices looking for the right surgically trained board qualified/certified doctor to join our family. Forefoot and rearfoot surgery, as well as, wound care and limb salvage with privileges at 2 local hospitals are available. Partnership is certainly part of the long-term plan. We are looking for the right candidate. Send all inquiries and CVs to sgrulke2002@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND
Perfect opportunity for highly motivated individual with excellent clinical skills and bedside manner. Candidate must be proficient with inpatient management, wound care and all aspects of podiatry. Competitive compensation package which includes base salary and bonus structure. Email letter of interest/CV to contact@shadygrovepodiatry.com
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 – LOS ANGELES, CA
Established multispecialty private practice group seeking well trained and ambitious specialist to treat podiatry and wound care patients. Expertise in complex and chronic wounds is needed but residency or wound care certification not required. Full-time and well compensated based on a private practice productivity model with salary and benefits guaranteed. Our experienced team provides beautiful, fully equipped offices with on-site ASCs. We provide trained office staff, marketing and expert revenue cycle management, ensuring doctors can focus on patient care. Excellent opportunity to build a great wound care and podiatry practice as part of a reputable and established company. TWCCJobs@gmail.com
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