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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,221 Subscribers Daily
December 14, 2021 #7.102  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 IN THE MEDIA | |
GA Podiatrist Does Ted Talk Presentation on Diabetic Nerve Issues
Stephen Barrett, DPM, a Board of Trustees member of the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons (AENS) recently presented a TED Talk on diabetic nerve issues.
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Dr. Stephen Barrett |
"Diabetes affects millions of Americans with often debilitating consequences. While surgery is available for diabetic peripheral neuropathy patients, many suffer with severe symptoms, unaware something could be done for them. If providers would hit their reset buttons and make this resource known, a lot of patients’ lives would be improved and many saved," said Dr. Barrett.
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| APMA STATE COMPONENT NEWS | |
NY Podiatrist Receives 5th Annual Ronald L. Soave Award
On December 9, 2021 Sandro Frasca, DPM was presented the fifth Ronald L. Soave, DPM Integrity and Excellence in Podiatry Award at the New York State Podiatric Medicine (NYSPMA) Downstate Meeting. The inscription on the award reads as follows: “In recognition for your time and dedication to the podiatric profession and for your outstanding leadership in the NYSPMA.” The award was presented by the Award Founder Corrine E. Renne Landau, DPM and Dr. Soave.
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(L-R) Drs. Corrine Renne Landau, Sandro Frasca, and Ronald Soave |
Dr. Frasca is a past president of Kings Division, and serves on the Board of Trustees as the current Vice President. He is co-chair of the Legislative Committee. In attendance were many other members of NYSPMA as well as his wife Anna, son Nick, and daughter Isabella.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
MO Podiatrist Discusses Morton's Neuroma
One of the most common foot conditions, Morton's neuroma, affects about a third of U.S. adults, according to the Cleveland Clinic. It's an inflammation of a bundle of nerves between the toes, most commonly the third and fourth toe, notes Tim Oldani, DPM, podiatrist at Missouri Foot and Ankle in St. Louis.
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"With continued inflammation and entrapment, the nerve tissue can become thickened and enlarged, which can lead to a painful, burning sensation with weight-bearing that is typically felt more on the bottom or ball of the foot," he tells LIVESTRONG.com. "There can also be associated numbness or tingling radiating to the toes." Unlike some other foot conditions, Morton's neuroma is not hereditary, nor is it related to a specific injury. It's often the result of wearing narrow or ill-fitting shoes, Dr. Oldani says. "Many times, people with neuroma pain will feel relief and decreased pain simply by removing their shoes," he says.
Source: Jenn Sinrich, Livestrong.com [12/9/21]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY | |
7 Ways to Prevent Ransomware Attacks at Your Practice
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a sea change in the realm of remote employment, but that has opened the door to hackers attempting to take advantage of the situation. One of these bad actors’ chief tools is ransomware. These kind of attacks have been on the rise over the past few years, and in the last year alone have impacted 34 percent of healthcare organizations.
3. Expedite and automate patching.
Delivering patches should be a priority when new vulnerabilities are discovered in clinical and business applications, medical devices, and other patient care and delivery systems. When these vulnerabilities are identified, updates should be automated, and patches should be distributed to third-party applications known to be impacted.
Source: Keith A. Reynolds, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [11/30/21]
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Best Treatment Option Status Post Transmet Amputation
From a biomechanical standpoint, is a patient who is status post a transmet amputation better off with a forefoot filler, AFO with a filler, or a rigid full length insole like a carbon fiber plate?
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Venture Capital Groups or Companies Buying Podiatric Practices
Are there any venture capital groups or companies buying podiatric practices? I’m selling my practice and office condominium in Pennsylvania.
Name Withheld
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CLINICAL) | |
From: Burton Katzen, DPM
A minimally invasive tibial sesamoid planing (partial sesamoidectomy) might be one of my all-time favorite procedures. I use it for a variety of sub 1st met problems in my office. This includes sub 1st met IPKs, even in the presence of mildly plantarflexed 1st rays or laterally deviated tibial sesamoids in the presence of HAV where the patient is not having an HAV procedure, enlarged or bipartite sesamoids, and even non-responsive sesamoid fractures.
A small medial incision with a 67 blade is made directly to the sesamoid, and after separating it from the soft tissue, a rotary burr is used to remove approximately 1/2 of the sesamoid. A Steri-strip (or one stitch) is applied and the foot bandaged. I have the patient remove the bandage in 3 days, apply a simple Band-Aid, and they are in a shoe before the 1st post-op visit in less than a week. The IPK/pain “magically” disappears. This also avoids the possible complications associated with complete sesamoid excision and the post-op recovery period due to the necessary dissection in order to perform the procedure.
Burton Katzen, DPM, Clinton, MD
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From: William H FitzPatrick, DPM
We are experiencing the same denials addressed by Name Withheld. We too meet all the CMS criteria only to have appeals rejected with an LPN reviewing and denying them for lacking information clearly provided but obviously unread. I believe that Name Withheld is correct in that his/her next appeal should be congressional, and this is where the political arm of the APMA should be more strident and vigorous in their demands.
The individuals who list DPM + JD degrees have a unique combination that should give them insight into how podiatrists might pursue punitive damages for unreasonable demands and “harassment.” Oh yes, you have an ABN. I wonder how the patient will react to being billed 2 years after delivery of DME. And will it help your social media reputation?
Bill FitzPatrick, DPM Albuquerque, NM
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1 | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Kudos to Dr. Simmons for bringing up an issue that has long affected and annoyed all of us. When we write a prescription for a topical antifungal, we never know if the patient's insurance company will either allow it, reject it, or hit the patient with a "million dollar" co-payment for it. The latter will generally result in either the patient and/or the pharmacy chasing after us to try to find an alternative antifungal that is covered with a reasonable co-payment.
Since many topical antifungals are OTC products and many of our podiatry suppliers are happy to stock our shelves with them, dispensing these products is a good option. If the patient must get the medication via his or her pharmacy, one method that has worked well with us is to write for a specific cream and give the pharmacist permission to substitute an alternative topical antifungal that is covered by the patient's insurance company. This avoids calls back and forth from the pharmacy while the pharmacy staff searches for the product that will be covered.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hicksville, NY
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From: Brian Wm. Zale, DPM
Podiatrists in the great state of Texas can administer vaccines. I do, but I don't advertise that I do, and after I get through my first batch of 100 I'm done. It's really quite a hassle to get set up, get the required calibrated double thermometers that are hooked up to the cloud. For every freezer and or refrigerator, you need two thermometers. If you have the personnel and you can do a couple of hundred in a week, it may be worth it. You are supposed to get $40 to give the vaccine. You are to bill the patients’ insurance first and hope to get paid, and then the Government if you don't, and for the uninsured patients. Then you will need someone to keep track of that.
The vaccines only last so long refrigerated, and you need special freezers with Moderna and Pfizer (which you have to mix) to keep them longer. Once the vial is punctured, you have 6 hours to use it, and then if you don't, you have to report the waste in 24 hours. Once you give the vaccination, you have to enter the data within 24 hours.
Brian Wm. Zale, DPM, Rosenberg, TX
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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The thinnest heel ever? |
Source: Karin Maas via Virtual Shoe Museum
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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 – 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
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 - 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 POSITION – UPSTATE SOUTH CAROLINA
Busy four physician practice in Upstate South Carolina seeking highly motivated, ethical associate. PSR-36 trained. High surgery case load. Competitive benefits & salary. Send CV to upstatescpodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NORTH CAROLINA
Established, rapidly-growing practice is seeking a full-time surgically trained podiatrist. We are a multi-location practice with offices in the greater Greensboro and Winston-Salem area excelling in comprehensive, protocol-driven care. Competitive salary plus bonus options and attractive benefit package. Must be licensed in NC. Interested? Email CV to ncpodiatrist@gmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – NEWPORT NEWS, VA
Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, LLC is looking for an upcoming or recent residency graduate or experienced practitioner to join our practice in Newport News, VA - just a quick drive away from the oceanfront. We are a growing group of 125 providers and 73 locations. If personable, motivated, well-trained, and licensed in VA or willing to secure a VA license, we would be delighted to discuss an associate position with you. We offer growth opportunities, a strong compensation package, and many other benefits. Please send a cover letter and resume to: newdpm@footandankle-usa.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-$150K. 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
FULL TIME POSITION – OKLAHOMA
Surgical podiatrist for hospital/clinic practice with a tribal health service. Excellent salary with RVU bonuses, full benefits, paid leave, more. Trauma, limb salvage, wound care, all foot ankle pathologies. ER call. Great staff. Send CV and inquiries to paulb4791@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 – 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 - GREATER HARTFORD, CT
Our four-doctor practice is looking for an associate to join us this coming Summer. Competitive six figure salary with a bonus structure, health insurance, 401-k and vacation benefits. You must be personable. Surgical training is desired. Send resume to latifdpm@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CALIFORNIA
CPC, established for over 40 years, is one of the largest providers of podiatry care to residents of skilled nursing facilities in Southern California ranging from Los Angeles to San Diego. Scheduling is extremely flexible from part time to full time and can provide a significant primary or secondary income source based on your needs. If you are interested please contact our office manager Darlene Sears at 562 867-0811 or forward your resume to cpclakewood1@yahoo.com
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
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ACTIVELY SEEKING TO ACQUIRE ANOTHER FOOT ORTHOTIC COMPANY
FOR SALE: COMPLETELY EQUIPPED PODIATRIC PRACTICE - PHILADELPHIA SUBURB
This solo podiatry practice is located in a Philadelphia suburb near the Pennsylvania turnpike. Very long established. Over 35 years (historical reference: 3 previous podiatrists in the same practice) excellent referral base and volume. Additional amenities: computerized records, orthotic lab, digital x-ray, surgical suite, free parking, and more. For more information and virtual tour, email hershpodiatry@gmail.com.
PRACTICE FOR SALE – CONNECTICUT
Practice for sale in Fairfield county growing community recently featured in the NY Times. I plan on retiring in one year. Part-time practice with strong potential for growth contact: footcaremanagement@gmail.com
AMAZING PRACTICE FOR SALE- PHILADELPHIA, PA
Turn-key upscale boutique 85-year-old podiatry practice. Great location by Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, PA. Non-surgical grosses $350,000/ four days weekly. Majority of practice is fee for service in low overhead beautiful office setting. Seller will stay on for transition. Serious inquiries only. This is a rarely available cream puff practice / Call (215) 715-1570.
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