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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,814 Podiatrists Daily
December 20, 2014 #5,248  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
VA Podiatric Joins Peninsula Foot & Ankle Specialists
Dr. Mirsada Hasanovic recently became an associate at Peninsula Foot & Ankle Specialists. She joins Drs. Arnold Beresh and Jeremiah Bushmaker. She said that she has long been interested in healthcare. She chose to specialize in podiatry care, Hasanovic said, treating many people with foot problems associated with diabetes—a growing problem in this country. She said she wants to help people protect their feet and not have to face amputation.
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Dr. Mirsada Hasanovic |
Hasanovic performs routine foot exams and minor surgical procedures in the office. She has surgery privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center and Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News and at Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, as well as at their affiliated ambulatory surgery centers. Hasanovic completed her three-year residency in podiatric forefoot and rearfoot reconstructive surgery in July at Heritage Valley Health Systems in Beaver, PA.
Source: Bill Nachman, Gloucester-Mathews Gazette-Journal [12/17/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
NY Doctor Has Long Commute to New Practice
There’s a new doctor in the village of Millbrook, and she probably makes the longest commuting trip by car every day to practice podiatry medicine and surgery with David Stamm, DPM. That’s because Fiona Connolly, DPM, has lived on Long Island since 1991 and has no immediate intention of moving to the Dutchess County area. “It’s not bad at all,” she said. “I’m always going against traffic both ways. The commuters are driving into the city in the morning and out of the city at night. I’m always going the other way.”
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Dr. Fiona Connolly |
Dr. Connolly was born and brought up in Northern Ireland. After graduating from Queens University in Belfast, she began working in London and dated a man from Long Island. They married in Northern Ireland and moved to Long Island in 1991. She then attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating as valedictorian in 1995. She is now dual board certified in podiatry medicine and surgery and was associate director of New York Hospital Queens.
Source: Tim O'Shea, Tri-County News [12/18/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
OH Podiatrists Sponsor Annual Shoe Drive
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(L-R) Drs. Larry Karlock, Catherine Karlock, John Flauto, and Joseph Arters |
Austintown Podiatry Associates, Drs. Larry Karlock, Catherine Karlock, John Flauto, Joseph Arters, and Darlene Abadco are announcing their annual shoe drive. New or gently used shoes can be donated to any of their offices.
Source: vindy.com [12/18/14]
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Providers Balk as CMS Announces Penalties for 2013 EHR Issues
A CMS announcement that many doctors will see their 2015 Medicare payments cut by 1% for failing to meet federal electronic health-record incentive-payment program standards has provoked strong reactions from physician and hospital groups. “The American Medical Association is appalled by the news,” said AMA President-Elect Dr. Steven Stack, who noted that “more than 50% of eligible professionals will face penalties … a number that is even worse than we anticipated.”
The cuts will target more than a quarter million physicians and other eligible professionals. The penalties will apply next year to providers who failed to meet the program's Stage 1 meaningful-use criteria in 2013. Letters informing affected providers will be mailed in the coming weeks, a CMS official said. Instructions on how to appeal the CMS' penalty decision is available on the CMS website. Appeals must be filed by Feb. 28, 2015.
Source: Joseph Conn, Modern Healthcare,[12/18/14]
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| QUERIES (MEDICAL-LEGAL) | |
Query: Effect of Non-Renewal of Staff Privileges
I just received a letter from a hospital and their affiliated surgical center. I have been on staff at the hospital/surgical center for over 10 years. According to the letter, the hospital bylaw change that occurred this year states the following: "A physician must have 20 patient contacts in a 24 month period and if that does not occur in that time period, then the physician will no longer have their privileges renewed at the next renewal cycle or they may volunteer to relinquish their privileges in writing prior to that renewal".
Since I am not in compliance with this hospital bylaw, then I guess I must relinquish my surgical and admitting privileges either voluntarily or allow them to just expire? Since this is a hospital bylaw, I am certain there is no other recourse than to relinquish my privileges? Therefore, I am concerned what effect, if any, this will have on other hospital staff privileges that will be up for renewal in the future. I ask this because there is always the question that is asked on insurance, hospital, and malpractice renewal applications: "Have you (the physician) ever voluntarily elected to leave a hospital staff or not renew their privileges?"
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Suture Removal Coding
Is there a specific code for suture removal? This is not for post-op surgery, but for the patient who presents for removal of sutures after a laceration.
Samuel Ruggiero, DPM, Cheektowaga, NY
Response: CPT 15851 - removal of sutures under anesthesia (other than local), other surgeon - is the only CPT code available. You did not say if you placed the sutures yourself or if there was a need for general anesthesia to remove them. If you did suture the site, you might have very well performed one of the following:
CPT 1200x - repair of simple wound(s);
CPT 12041 - CPT 12047 - repair of intermediate wounds; or
CPT 13131 - CPT 13133 - repair of complex wounds.
All of these codes have a 10-day Medicare global. If you placed them yourself and are taking the sutures out within 10-days following their placement (on or before the 11th post-operative day), then the suture removal is part of the global surgical service. If someone else placed the sutures or it is beyond the global period. then you would need to bill the service as an E/M code following the E/M guidelines. If it were me and I placed the sutures, and they needed to come out beyond the global period, I would not charge the patient for just that simple service. From an ICD-9 coding standpoint, you would code V58.32 - encounter for removal of sutures.
Paul Kinberg, DPM, Dallas, TX,,
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MEDICAL/LEGAL) | |
From: Michael J. Schneider, DPM
If you think you might work as a podiatrist in some way after retirement, I would advise you to keep every form of license you have. You can never tell what opportunities arise (locum tenens, etc.)...even when you think you are done...done....done. "Been there...done that."
Michael J. Schneider, DPM, Denver, CO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP) | |
From: Art Hatfield, DPM
When in doubt, cut it out.
God protects children, drunks, and surgeons.
Art Hatfield, DPM, Long Beach, CA
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Absurd ICD-10 Code of the Day
V00.01XD: Pedestrian on foot injured in collision with roller-skater, subsequent encounter.
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Is there a code for two roller skaters colliding? |
First, are roller skates even still a thing anymore? I mean, other than how one knows spring has sprung in Central Park? Second, can you call a person on roller skates a pedestrian? Thirdly, if the answers to one and two are "yes," then these things should be outlawed, because they are obviously dangerous.
Source: Healthcare Dive
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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| CLASSIFIED ADS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION – SOUTH EAST FLORIDA
Growing south east Florida practice seeks personable motivated associates for long term position. Rearfoot and ankle training required. Please reply with CV to jbv2323@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE - UPSTATE NEW YORK- SYRACUSE, UTICA, AND ALBANY AREAS
Looking for podiatrists to see residents in nursing homes in and around Upstate New York. Great opportunity for full-time or part-time income. Positions available immediately! Email inquiries to phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE PART-TIME POSITION – PHOENIX ARIZONA
Seeking part-time associate in a group practice. Board Qualified/Certified , motivate, ethical, hard-working. Established 30 + year-old practice with diverse patient demographics with large referral base. Letter/CV to pdxbaba@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR SOUTHEASTERN PA
General and surgical podiatry practice providing comprehensive patient care with hospital privileges available. Must be surgically trained. Send letter and CV to podmedsurg@gmail.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 - 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.
ASSOCIATE PODIATRIST POSITION – CHICAGO AREA
Well-rounded urban practice with hospital affiliation looking for Associate to cover 2 offices. All phases of podiatric practice. Four day week schedule. Must have 3 year residency and proficient in rear foot surgery. Six figure base income, health, malpractice, 401K Contribution. Joint Commission Accredited on-site surgical suite. Interested podiatric physician can fax your resume to: 773-374-5860 or e-maildrjenkins@southchicagofoot.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - DAYTONA BEACH, 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.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - FULL TIME/ PART TIME WISCONSIN
Opportunities to serve residents of long-term care facilities in Madison and Milwaukee Wisconsin. High earning potential with competitive benefits as part of a 40 year old company for the right candidates. Contact ckestner@preferredpodiatry.com for additional information.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA FLORIDA
Beaches, great weather, great restaurants, culture , all year! – Be part of a unique thriving practice model that will survive any environment. "Old-style" work ethic. 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!", why you want to join this practice, CV, docmkatz@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Join our Team! Thriving, five location, progressive, podiatry practice seeking a family-oriented Associate Podiatrist to build career and long-term relationship. Must be surgically trained (PSR-24/36) and have EMR experience. Position available in our Statesboro, GA location, one of the fastest growing cities in Georgia and home to Georgia Southern University. Associate will have full range of services and access to Surgical Center along with access to all of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Email CV with Cover Letter to hr@atlanticfeet.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE - NORTH GEORGIA/CHATTANOOGA AREA
Busy group practice located in Chattanooga area seeking a growth-oriented individual with a strong work ethic to join our expanding 5 physician TEAM. Must have PM&S 36. Established patient base with tremendous growth opportunity. Associate with partnership potential. Chattanooga offers a strong music and arts culture, unrivaled outdoor amenities, and a government/populace committed to sustainable development. Competitive Salary and benefits. Email cover letter and CV to hr@advfootcare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - OHIO
Well-established group practice in Ohio seeks a well-trained surgeon, PSR24/36. Our practice provides all of the latest technology needed to provide patients with the best care, including ultrasound, lasers, PAD testing, DME, EMR and digital x-ray. Competitive compensation package including salary and bonus. Please send CV to: DPMgroup1@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE – MARYLAND
Well established, turn-key busy podiatry practice with accredited hospital-grade ASC is available for sale. Situated in a full service medical building located in a very desirable and convenient area of Northwest Baltimore County. Strong referral base and modern facility with EMR, digital x-rays, hi-def ultrasound and multi-use laser equipped. A great opportunity for a group to expand services into this area or for a very motivated and well trained individual. For more information contact Mr. Jesse Delanoy, attorney representative c/o Offit/Kurman Law Group: jDelanoy@offitkurman.com or at his office 301-575-0301.
DIABETIC FOOT AND WOUND FELLOWSHIP – DALLAS, TX
One position for a 12-month TMB-approved Diabetic Foot and Wound fellowship beginning July 1, 2015. Candidate must have completed a podiatric residency/plastic surgical residency/general surgery residency and be eligible for Texas Medical License. Training involves all aspect of diabetic foot management. Curriculum focuses on surgical limb salvage, and medical management of the complex wound patient. Interested candidates should email their CV, personal statement and 3 letters of recommendation to amanda.murden@utsouthwestern.edu. UT Southwestern is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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