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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,089 Subscribers Daily
December 20, 2022 #7,407  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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PM News Advance Notice
PM News will not be publishing the week of December 26, 2022. We will resume publishing on January 2, 2023.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Digital Tenotomy Can Prevent Many Diabetic Infections: MI Podiatrist
According to Conway McLean, DPM, "Lower extremity amputations are a tremendous source of illness, disability, and death for Americans living with diabetes. One of the most common sites for these problems to develop is at the tips of the toes. The digits are susceptible to changes in their positioning over the years, becoming angled up or down, even over adjacent toes."
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"A surgical procedure can be used to straighten the toes. This can be a risky venture, taxing the individual’s blood supply, which is often inadequate. Many diabetics are leery of having this kind of correction performed, entailing increased risks of problems with healing (more common in diabetics), risks of infection, and prolonged immobility. Under-utilized is the simple release of a toe tendon.This can be achieved without an incision, a simple procedure, performed in the treatment room, with a needle stick. This can provide enough straightening of the digit to ease the pressure. Not all hammertoes can be corrected this way. But this simple one-minute procedure can sufficiently alter the inexorable process of skin death, infection, hospitalization, and amputation," says Dr. McLean.
Source: The Mining Journal
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
IN Podiatrist Collects Over 500 Pairs of Winter Boots for Ukrainians
Boots on the Ground was created at the end of October by Valparaiso podiatrist Paul Sommer, DPM. After collaborating with businesses across Northwest Indiana, the organization successfully collected over 500 pairs of gently used and new winter boots that will be shipped to Ukraine.
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Dr. Paul Sommer |
“It was surprising. I didn’t expect this much of a response,” said Dr. Sommer, who has been a podiatrist for 30 years. “I was amazed that people went out and bought boots.”
Source: Grace Opinker, Northwest Indiana Times (12/17/22]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
Family Foot & Leg Center Welcomes FL Podiatrist
Karan Malani, DPM recently joined Family Foot & Leg Center (FFLC), and will be seeing patients at the FFLC Naples office. Dr. Malani attended the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine where he graduated with honors. He later went on to complete his podiatric residency at the Harvard Cambridge Health Alliance.
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Dr. Karan Malani |
Dr. Malani is an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
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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 | |
Five Trends for Health Systems in 2023
Adaptability and flexibility underscore nearly every major trend facing the healthcare industry in 2023.
1) Staffing challenges - According to one recent poll of healthcare organization employees, staffing was the top challenge for 58% of respondents, even ahead of expenses and revenues. Around the country, human resources departments are working overtime to retain the staff that remained through the two-year COVID-19 pandemic period in which 20% of healthcare employees reportedly left the workforce. Healthcare isn’t alone facing staff shortages, but the 24/7/365 need for medical care only allows for so much flexibility. Losing workers to competing jobs with the ability to work remotely for higher pay presents healthcare employers with a real quandary.
Emphasizing flexibility wherever possible is not a catch-all solution, though it will be critical to minimizing the outflow of workers. Many healthcare jobs can be tailored for remote work, along with avoiding night and weekend shifts week after week. Allowing employees to work from home reduces their gasoline expenses, saves them time spent in traffic, and in some cases might allow them to save on childcare. The more flexible a practice can be in providing remote work, the greater their success.
Source: Ronald Grifka, MD, Medical Economics [12/15/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Refund of Co-Pays
As patient co-pays increase and physician fee reimbursements decrease, are we obligated to refund a patient copay if the physician fee reimbursed is lower than the co-pay? For example: the patient co-pay on the insurance card is $75 and the approved physician fee is $45 for the office visit. Must we reimburse the patient the $30 difference?
PM News Subscriber
Response: Absolutely! If the patient pays more than the insurance says they owe, then you have to refund the balance. It doesn’t matter why they overpaid, you must refund the overpayment. By contract, you can only bill the patient the balance the insurance says they owe.
Katherine Sharp, Woodbury, TN
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| QUERIES (MIPS) | |
Query: MIPS Exception for 2022
It looks like CMS is offering a COVID-19 MIPS Exception for 2022 as they have done the two previous years. This will need to be filed by December 31, 2022. Can anyone provide a good resource with specific directions for filing the exception?
Greg Caringi, DPM, Lansdale, PA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (SHORT VIDEOS) | |
RE: Tiger Woods' Plantar Fasciitis
From: Roger Kilfoil, DPM
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Roger Kilfoil, DPM, Baldwin, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (SHORT VIDEO - CLINICAL) | |
From: Jeffrey Kass, DPM
I don’t know Dr. Kilfoil and I never clicked on any of his videos that he uploads here until today. I’m not sure why he posts them here as they seem to be directed to the layman vs. the professional but nonetheless I enjoyed watching it.
I would like to compliment the doctor on his enthusiasm for which he loves his work and takes care of his patient. I did not like the fact that he referred to himself as “just a dumb podiatrist” as I think that is a disservice to himself and the profession.
I once obtained an autograph from Henry Winkler otherwise known as “the Fonz” and on it he wrote “self-respect is joy”. Dr. Kilfoil, you appear to be an excellent podiatrist, far from a “dumb podiatrist.”
Jeffrey Kass, DPM, Forest Hills, NY
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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One way to get Planter's warts? |
Source: KUULA + JYLHÄ via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - AZPOD (GLENDALE, AZ)
The Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine with Midwestern University, Glendale, Arizona invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure track Assistant Professor faculty appointment that will include an academic (80%) and clinic (20%) appointment. Rank will commensurate with experience. Position requirements include: DPM; board certification and AZ Podiatric license (or eligibility to obtain); previous research, clinical and teaching experience. Please submit your application packet, including a cover letter and CV, through Midwestern University online job board located at the THIS link. https://www.midwestern.edu/faculty-and-staff/employment
DR. WILLIAM M. SCHOLL COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PODIATRIC MEDICAL EDUCATION
The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is seeking one full-time Assistant Professor to train and lead the next generation of podiatrists in an interprofessional, multicultural learning environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to didactic lectures, clinical workshops, and clinical education. https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/employment/ Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is dedicated to creating and fostering a diverse academic environment. EOE, Including Disability/Vets.
LIMB SALVAGE FELLOW POSITION – LOS ANGELES, CA
art of a busy rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position includes multiple settings for learning including tertiary and community hospitals, private clinic with in house surgery center and skilled nursing facilities. Training also includes practice management along with coding training. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Join a well-established, busy and growing podiatric practice. We are fully integrated with the medical community in a large tertiary teaching hospital. Research opportunities are available. Applicant should be ethical, personable, hardworking, and committed to quality patient care. We are offering a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and a wide range of benefits. Associate position can lead to partnership. All interested candidates should send a resume to JCMOOREDPM@aol.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 amldpm64@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS – VA, CT, DE, FL, MD, MO, PA, OH, NJ, NY, TN
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)
ASSOCIATE POSITION – JOPLIN, MISSOURI
Established practice looking to add a third podiatrist and eventual partner. Senior podiatrist is non-surgical thus surgery volume high, if desired. Joplin is an outdoorsman’s paradise, a fantastic place to live and raise a family. Please send CV and cover letter to mnmrichins@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MONROE, LA
Full-time associate position available next fall. 2 year contract, 100k base 1st year, 150k base 2nd year, and realistic bonus structure. Malpractice, Health Insurance, Boards, plus more paid 100%. Sign-on and Moving bonus. No call. 2 weeks paid off, plus holidays. Low cost of living, family friendly. Email Resume to Dr.lukehunter@gmail.com
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Work where you want to live. Supportive environment, Sunny SWFL, build your surgical boards cases quickly, busy, modern, technologically advanced offices. ABFAS BC/BQ a must, EMR, CT, DME, Base salary + bonus, PTO, 401K, health ins. 1 ACFAS fellowship position also DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - LOS ANGELES, CA
Associate positions as part of a rapidly growing practice providing care in Los Angeles. Position including hospital rounding, clinic and skilled nursing facility providing wound care and limb salvage. Position comes with a competitive salary with full benefits including CME allowance, Health, Dental, Vision coverage as well as matching 401k plan. Email resume to info@woundinstitute.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – ST. GEORGE, UTAH
Immediate Doctor of Podiatric medicine position for a well-trained, highly motivated individual. Location: St. George, Utah. Competitive salary with commission structure. Benefits include: PTO, CME allowance, health and malpractice insurance. Must be confident in working solo in your own office environment. Please email Cover Letter and CV to vanessa.deleon@summitmedicalpartners.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION -- LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
Busy and well-established practice in Las Vegas, NV. Must have excellent bedside manner. Send cover letter and CV to: sierra@lasvegasacfac.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Opportunity to improve your quality of life and start a thriving career in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Offices are located in Hudson and Catskill. We are looking for skilled, well rounded podiatric surgeon. Position available immediately but also willing to wait for skilled resident to begin in July. Please send CV to: mzhubrak@yahoo.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
Opportunity to join a well established and expanding practice. Expertise in wound care a plus. Benefits: 401k, health insurance, paid time off, and bonus potential. Email CV and letter of interest to info@monpod.com or fax 734-241-1961
ASSOCIATE POSITION - CT (GREENWICH)
Full time position available. A very busy schedule and competitive compensation package is being offered. Our EMR system is MacPractice and digital x-ray is 20/20 Imaging. Sonoace ultrasound, a PinPointe laser, and an EPAT by Curamedix as well. Please visit our website www.greatfootcare.com and send resume to DrKassaris@GreatFootCare.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - EUGENE, OREGON
Growing practice seeking highly skilled, ethical, and personable physician. ABFAS BQ/BC required. Competitive salary, benefits, paid malpractice. Partnership path for the right candidate. Practice sees wide range of foot/ankle pathology. No nursing homes. New, modern office & equipment; digital x-ray, shockwave. Email CV to monica@cascadiafootandankle.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION- FT/PT - AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO, TX
Growing practice looking for associate to provide care to Nursing Homes and ALF's in the greater Austin and San Antonio, TX areas. Earn 50% of receivables to start; P/T = Six figures. Flexible schedule; Be your own boss. For info email: t.fisher@thebestfootforward.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Thriving practice with 5 DPMs and multiple office locations…. and continuing to grow. With as modern/state-of-the-art office that you will see… with multiple ancillaries including vascular testing, Gait analysis lab, EPAT/Shockwave. Large volume, diverse pathology, Wound care/ limb salvage, and elective surgery. We have all the tools to allow you to be successful. We offer a competitive salary and benefits from day 1, but more importantly a great culture and place to stay and grow for years to come. Please send inquiries/ CV to eriksims@hotmail.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TX/AR
Growing practice on the border of Arkansas and Texas is looking for a well-trained associate to join and become a member of the team. Outdoorsman's paradise. Opportunity for full range of services outpatient surgery, hospital privileges, busy office practice. Competitive salary and benefits. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTH CENTRAL GA
Senior doctor looking to hire well-trained associate. Practice has a fully accredited surgery center. Opportunity to join and become a partner. Competitive salary and benefit package. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CALIFORNIA
Come join a team that is changing lower extremity care across California. Bay Area Foot Care has openings for energetic and warm podiatrists in our Redding, Sacramento and Bay Area Locations. As part of our group, you will work with leading doctors across subspecialties and receive the support necessary to grow your practice. Excellent training, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a 401k match included. If interested in learning more, submit your CV to DPMcareers@balancehealth.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of patients to include: forefoot, rearfoot, diabetic wound care, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Modern offices and equipment. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail Cover letter, CV, Letter of references Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
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ACTIVE PRACTICE FOR SALE IN TARZANA CALIFORNIA
Serious inquires only great location across from major hospital three treatment rooms and all equipment free parking great staff. Perfect for one or two doctors text 818-451-8441 Email drpatriciawalters@gmail.com.
PRACTICE LOCATION FOR SALE – ATASCOCITA, TX
Recently remodeled, well established, turn-key podiatry practice for sale in Atascocita, TX (northeast suburb of Houston). Fully stocked with four exam rooms, exam chairs, instruments, digital x-ray equipment, autoclave, computers, and phones. Contact Rebeccah at 281-361-7400 or rburgers.tcfa@gmail.com.
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