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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,089 Subscribers Daily
December 21, 2022 #7,408  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| EDITOR'S NOTE | |
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 COMMUNITY | |
FL Podiatrist Joins Modern Foot & Ankle
A new podiatrist is making waves at Modern Foot & Ankle. Patrick Derby, DPM, joined the Central Florida podiatric group recently, practicing at the Tampa, Westchase, and Largo clinics.
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Dr. Patrick Derby |
Dr. Derby earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine in Oakland, California. He then completed a surgical residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan.
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| ON THE INTERNATIONAL LECTURE CIRCUIT | |
CA Podiatrist Delivers Virtual Lecture to Taiwan Society for Plastic Surgery
On December 18, 2022, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) at Keck School of Medicine of USC, David G. Armstrong, delivered a virtual lecture to the 2022 Symposium of the Taiwan Society for Plastic Surgery (TSPS) held in Taipei.
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Dr. David Armstrong |
The TSPS, which represents over 700 plastic surgeons registered in Taiwan, was pleased to welcome Armstrong as a speaker at their annual symposium to help it celebrate its 40th anniversary. Armstrong's lecture, entitled, "The Diabetic Foot: The Global State of Play in 2022 and beyond," focused on the current state and future prospects for the management and treatment of diabetic foot conditions.
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| PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS | |
First Heelless Athletic Shoe Awarded APMA Seal of Acceptance for Select Models
Sports Medicine the DIFFERENCE Inc. has announced that the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has bestowed the Seal of Acceptance for its Heelless Technology Runners (HTR) shoe. The company’s mission is to aid in an active lifestyle through comfortable heelless performance footwear that encourages natural movement to enable those who suffer from joint and tendon injuries to run, walk, or stand comfortably for long periods of time.
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“Most diabetics have a reduced sense of feeling on the bottom of their feet, especially the heel. This shoe, with its heelless technology, can prevent any further damage to the bottom of the feet,” says Harry Lopez, DPM, a podiatric surgery specialist.
Source: EIN News [12/15/22]
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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.
2) New competition - During the Great Depression and World War II, a new form of healthcare delivery arose out of the need to provide for the uninsured shipyard, dam, and aqueduct workers in the western United States. This legacy company, Kaiser Permanente, (KP), now serves more than 12 million members in eight states, making it the largest managed care organization in the U.S.
Future entrants into the healthcare industry are not assured the same degree of success as KP, as the new, large investments in healthcare by Amazon, Walmart, and CVS cannot be ignored. Each of these companies has the revenue streams to support their healthcare initiatives. Their for-profit financial models do not support the additional imperatives of medical teaching and research, without which the field of medicine cannot improve. Yet university and academic medical centers, which have supported medicine for decades, might be competing against these financial juggernauts for patients...and workers. The potential for industry disruption is high.
Source: Ronald Grifka, MD, Medical Economics [12/15/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Aetna Medicare Advantage
We are seeing multiple denials from Aetna Medicare Advantage. This is specifically involving the combination of CPT 11721 and CPT 11055. A typical scenario that is getting denied is as follows:
CPT 11055-Q8, with diagnoses I 73.9 L84
CPT 11721-59, with diagnoses B35.1, R26.2
The explanation from Aetna is that CPT 11721 was not paid because the “procedure codes are mutually exclusive.” Is this a new trend? Does anyone have any suggestions on how to handle this?
PM News Subscriber
Response: I appeal them with the APMA appeal letter and I am getting paid on the claims.
Lori Stack, Long Beach, CA
For information on Codingline subscriptions, click here
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (MIPS) | |
From Corey Fox, DPM
There is a box to check for Covid. In the explanation box, I wrote that we had staffing issues and periodic office exposures. I don't think the application was actually read by a human. As soon as I clicked "submit", I received an email saying my application for a MIPS exception was approved.
Corey Fox, DPM, Massapequa, NY
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From: Jon Purdy, DPM
I was collecting the lower amount, if the office visit was less than the co-pay. I have been told by the “experts” that I am obligated to collect the entire co-pay even if I know I will have to issue a refund. Are there other opinions out there?
Jon Purdy, DPM, New Iberia, LA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PODIATRIC PRODUCTS IN THE NEWS) | |
RE: WA and NY Podiatrists Form Podiatric Clinical Affairs Board of Sagis Diagnostics
From: Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH
Congrats are in order for Drs. Dockery and Markinson, both well respected leaders in our profession for their new venture to help other pods. Thank You.
Ivar E. Roth DPM, MPH, Newport Beach, CA
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Talk about wearing your best sundae shoes! |
Source: Submitted by Dr. Joseph Borreggine
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ASSOCIATE POSITION – GEORGIA
Large multi-site podiatry group seeking Board Qualified/Certified podiatric surgeon for a location in GA. This is an outstanding opportunity with steady new patient volume and a well-trained team. We offer an excellent compensation and benefit package. Please send inquiries and CV to doctors@podiatryinga.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ST. LOUIS, MO
Rapidly growing podiatry practice in desirable area 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 2023. Salary is percentage based with bonus and incentives. Please send CV and letter of interest to podiatrystlouis@gmail.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
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 – 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 - 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
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
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
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