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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 22,085 Subscribers Daily
December 22, 2022 #7,409  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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| APMA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION NEWS | |
APMA Educational Foundation Names PICA Full Tuition Scholar
APMA and the APMA Educational Foundation recently announced that Andrew Attia, California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University Class of 2024, was the winner of the 2022 APMA-PICA full-tuition scholarship ($45,000). The APMA Education Foundation Scholarship Committee selected Attia to receive this award based on his academic excellence, community service, professionalism, and vision for the future of podiatry.
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The First Finalist—($10,000) was Whitney Branham, Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine at Midwestern University. The Second Finalist—($5,000) was Chanelle Mariestern University College of Podiatric Medicine. Commended Scholars—($2,000), Amber Bland, Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, Bianco Boafo, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Carly Goehring, William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at the Rosalind Franklin University, Sophia Huynh, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Faiyaz Rahman, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and Peter Sorensen, Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery.
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| APMA COMPONENT NEWS | |
APMWA Announces 37th Annual Student Writing Competition
The American Podiatric Medical Writers Association (APMWA) has announced its 37th Annual Student Writing Competition.
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All papers MUST be non-technical in nature. Appropriate subjects include practice management, ethics, law, education, healthcare, or any topic that would be suitable for a lay publication.
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There is no word limitation. Papers will be graded for content, style, grammar, neatness, and overall impact.
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First prize one thousand dollars ($1,000), Second prize seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750) Third prize five hundred dollars ($500) sponsored by an APMA Educational Foundation endowment from Dr. and Mrs. Steven Berlin, and recognition in the APMA NEWS and the APMWA Newsletter. Honorable Mention Certificates may also be awarded.
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This competition is open to ANY enrolled podiatric student.
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Entries must be received by 4/1/23 via e-mail at bblock@podiatrym.com
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Entries become the property of APMWA, which may arrange publication of the entry.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
OH Podiatrist Discusses Why Feet Can Smell Like Vinegar
Sour-smelling feet are a funky problem with several effective DIY solutions. “Feet smell like vinegar when they sweat too much, and the moisture interacts with bacteria on your skin,” explains podiatrist Joy Rowland, DPM. “The bacteria actually eat your sweat, and this creates an acidic byproduct that smells like vinegar.”
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For most people, the right foot self-care methods should do the trick. But if you’re not happy with your results, Dr. Rowland says it might be time to visit a podiatrist. “Podiatrists can recommend prescription products that reduce the sweat and bacteria. They can also determine if the vinegar foot odor is the result of something else, so you can address it with the right treatment.”
Source: Health Essentials [12/16/22]
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| HOSPITAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
LA Podiatrist Honored By CHRISTUS Health
A Southwest Louisiana CHRISTUS Health physician was honored for leadership and outstanding service in the Lake Charles community. CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital named Tyson E. Green, DPM, the 2022 Dr. John Greene Martin Compassionate Care Award recipient. Green is a foot and ankle specialist at the Center for Orthopaedics.
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The Dr. John Greene Martin Compassionate Care Award is given annually in honor of the founding physician of St. Patrick’s Hospital in 1908 with the Sisters of Charity, according to CHRISTUS Health officials.
Source: Sudan Britton, KPLC-TV [12/16/22]
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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.
3) Delayed screenings - During the COVID-19 pandemic, seemingly healthy patients were more likely to skip routine screening exams because they did not feel comfortable entering clinical settings, or they were explicitly discouraged from coming in for check-ups. Mammograms, colonoscopies, and prostate screenings (just to name a few) were not performed. Now, as patients return for check-ups, the consequences of these missed exams are being noted. We are diagnosing increasing numbers of advanced-stage cancers, heart disease, diabetes, and other diseases that would have been more successfully treated had they been detected sooner.
Around the world, these consequences will be widespread. The number of severely ill patients will rise. CT scans, MRI studies, biopsies, and other advanced-care measures will be needed with greater frequency. More aggressive medical and surgical therapies will be needed – and at a higher cost. Healthcare facilities will face increased strain, specialty drug prescriptions will escalate, and ensuring fair access to these limited resources will take center stage.
Source: Ronald Grifka, MD, Medical Economics [12/15/22]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Reimbursement for Orthotics
We have had so much trouble with Medicare reimbursement for orthotics in the second half of 2022. L3010 RT KX and L3010 LT KX always got reimbursed until recently. Something changed and are we missing something with the modifiers? We are DME certified suppliers.
PM News Subscriber
Response: While you might be a DME certified supplier, are the orthotics that you are supplying going into a shoe that is attached to a leg brace? If not, the orthotics are not a covered service. It does not matter if you had gotten paid in the past.
Alan Bass, DPM, CPC, Manalapan, NJ
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) -PART 1A | |
From: Connie Lee Bills, DPM
I have never collected more than the fee schedule allowed for the code, so if the co-pay is larger, I don’t collect the entire co-pay. I’m not an expert but I wouldn’t collect more when you know you’ll need to refund.
Connie Lee Bills, DPM, Mount Pleasant, MI
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) - PART 1B | |
From: George Jacobson, DPM
I think the discussion is over-generalizing. It depends on the contracts. If the patient's contract says that the podiatry co-pay is $40, then in my opinion, if the allowed amount is less than $40, the patient still contractually pays $40. The co-payments are agreed upon by the patient when they sign the contract. They know what to expect. Their premiums are based on how much their deductible, co-pays, co-insurance, and maximum out-of-pocket they will be.
If I have a $250 co-payment for every visit to the ER, I pay $250, even if they tell me to go home and call a podiatrist for the ingrown toenail. The higher co-payments above the approved amount are how the insurance companies pay nothing and have shifted costs to the patients. But again, the patient knew these costs before signing the contract. We also knew this when we accepted a very low reimbursement plan, where the co-payment may be the only payment. The answer to this question depends on the contracts and should be asked of a healthcare attorney.
George Jacobson, DPM, Hollywood, FL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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Diamonds are a shoe's best friend |
Source: Dan Sullivan via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE AND FACULTY POSITIONS, AND FELLOWSHIPS |
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 - 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 – 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
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
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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.
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