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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,812 Podiatrists Daily
December 24, 2014 #5,251  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| AT THE COLLEGES | |
Dressing for the Holidays at the FCNY
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"Dressings" for the holiday at FCNY |
There's no need to let a little surgery get in the way of holiday cheer! Doctors and students made sure that Foot Center of New York (FCNY) patients’ lower extremities are dressed for any festivity. The patients love their fun holiday bandages!
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| PODIATRISTS AND SPORTS MEDICINE | |
CT Podiatrist Discusses Lower Back Pain in Runners
Many athletes suffer from lower back pain associated with muscle strains or spasms. "If the back pain is not due to a direct trauma and no numbness goes down the leg, it may be due to a structural weakness. Always look to the feet, which may be the problem," says podiatrist Dr. Robert F. Weiss.
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"A common cause of lower back problems is a biomechanically weak foot, especially the Morton's foot. This foot type is structurally and mechanically imbalanced, allowing the foot to pronate, or roll in. To add to the problem, running on the hard roads causes trauma with retrograde forces up the foot, legs, and lower back," says Weiss.
Source: The Westport News [12/22/14]
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| INTERNATIONAL PODIATRISTS IN THE NEWS | |
Trinidad Podiatrist Discusses Onycholysis
Onycholysis means separation of nails from nail beds. "There are many causes for such a development. Nails worn long, are frequently lifted by being snagged. It is a nail disorder frequently encountered, and is characterised by a spontaneous separation of the nail plate from the underlying and or lateral supporting structures," says podiatrist Leana Huntley.
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Leana Huntley |
The most common cause of onycholysis is trauma. "Even slight trauma can cause onycholysis when it happens repetitively, for example, the daily tapping of long fingernails on a keyboard or counter. Onycholysis also can be caused by manicure tools that are pushed beneath the nail to clear dirt or smooth the nail. Too much moisture also can cause the problem. Nails with onycholysis are usually smooth, firm, and without inflammatory reaction. Onycholysis is not a disease of the nail matrix, but nail discoloration may appear underneath the nail as a result of secondary infection. When it occurs, a co-existent yeast infection is suggested," says Huntley.
Source: Trinidad Express [12/22/14]
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| IN THE COURTS | |
Supreme Court to Hear King v. Burwell on March 4
The U.S. Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments in King v. Burwell for March 4, meaning a decision in the landmark case is likely by the end of June. The question in King v. Burwell is whether the language of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act allows consumers to receive premium subsidies in states that have not established their own exchanges and instead are relying on HealthCare.gov. One part of the law says the subsidies are available only to Americans who enrolled “through an exchange established by the state,” leading those behind the lawsuit to argue that the subsidies shouldn’t be available to those in states without their own exchanges.
But the Obama administration argues that the law's clear intention was to offer subsidies and expand coverage to Americans in every state, and that other sections of the law indicate that subsidies are available to people in states served by the federal exchange. The IRS has been interpreting the law to mean Americans in every state should be eligible for the cash. If the court rules the subsidies illegal in states without their own exchanges, its likely millions of Americans would no longer be able to afford their insurance. That in turn could lead healthy people to drop their coverage, leaving only the sick on the federal exchange. That could put insurers in a financial bind and the law itself in jeopardy.
Source: Lisa Schencker, Modern Healthcare [12/22/14]
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
Tips for New Medical Practice Staff Performance Reviews - Part 2
Many practices hold a 90-day review with new staff members to discuss performance, areas that need improvement, and provide kudos for a job well done. Here are a few tips to help ensure you are making the most of these important evaluations:
3. Be detail-oriented. Frame the review (and your conversation with the staff member) around their job description. Be on the lookout, however, for smaller details when it comes to professionalism and patient relations. For instance, consider whether the staff member is willing to ask questions (a good thing), and if he is always asking the same questions (a bad thing). Similarly, don't focus on how often he makes mistakes, but on how often he learns from those mistakes, said Stryker. "If you make the same mistake repeatedly then we've got a problem — you have to learn from that."
4. Gauge engagement. You want your staff members to be engaged and committed to helping improve your practice. Consider how many suggestions the staff member has made that were helpful and whether the staff member is willing to share her input and ideas, said Stryker.
5. Ask for input. The 90-day review isn't just for you to share your thoughts, it's also the new hire's opportunity to share his thoughts, experiences, needs, and questions. Ask the staff member how he feels about working in the practice, how the orientation process could be improved, and so on, said Troy Jaklich, president of Legacy Human Resources, which specializes in medical offices.
Source: Aubrey Westgate, Physicians Practice [12/9/14]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER | |
Query: Coding the Treatment of a Porokeratosis
How do I properly bill (diagnosis and procedure code) for treating a painful porokeratotic plantar discreta lesion that I treated with cantharidin? The patient has Medicare.
Carlos Dimidjian, DPM, Big Spring, TX
Response: The question is how successful, long-term, is the treatment? I will assume the application of canthardin is meant to destroy the benign lesion. The procedure coding would be CPT 17110. The ICD-9 code for a typical acquired painful porokeratotic plantar lesion is ICD-9 705.89 - disorder of sweat glands, other.
You should check with the Novitas (Texas) Medicare for coverage guidelines.
Tony Poggio, DPM, Alameda, CA
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
RE: Becoming a Certified Foot Care Nurse
From: Michael Costantino, DPM
With all the emphasis on surgical training, this link illustrates how some in the nursing profession view basic foot care as an area that is underserved. Has the profession taken this area of patient care for granted?
Michael Costantino, DPM, West Palm Beach, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 2 | |
From: Joseph Borreggine, DPM
I stumbled across this article this morning from a fellow colleague who posted this on her Facebook page. I believe that this article has hit the nail right on the head. The regulations that have been created over the last decade certainly have impeded the delivery of good medicine.
Joseph Borreggine, DPM, Charleston, IL
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Post-op Christmas Spirit
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Christmas Crutches |
This patient came in for his first post-op visit using his crutches. He obviously was not going to let foot surgery interfere with his festive holiday spirit. Note: the lights were battery-operated.
Dr. Pat Caputo, Holmdel, NJ
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31 year old established, respected office with 4 DPMs. Large referral base from PCPs, Vascular, Peds and Orthopedists. A well-rounded hospital and surgical center based podiatry practice encompassing all aspects of foot and ankle care. Large number of new patients weekly, solid surgical schedule. Large modern office with digital x-rays and EMR. Involved with residency program. Looking for a personable individual with strong ethics and high motivation. Seeking serious associates only leading to partnership. Must have PMSR/RRA or equivalent training. Very competitive compensation package. Starting July 2015. Please email CV and references to Northnjpod1@gmail.com
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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
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 tophasetwopodiatry@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-mail drjenkins@southchicagofoot.com
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.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – X-RAY MACHINES
Two classic podiatry base unit x-rays machines. 1) a 1992 model but basically in perfect shape. Recently calibrated and inspected. MB700A1C $2,500. The second is older and the platform could use new vinyl but the head was recently replaced, so basically it’s a brand new tube. We're only asking $1,500 for it. We're in Austin Texas so any shipping, other than driving it, will be expensive due to weight and insurance. Mark Robson 512-944-2920 mrobsondpm@aol.com
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
(1) Extra Corporeal Acoustic Therapy - Cura Medix D Actor 50- 2 yrs old. 3 Applicators. Excellent Condition $12,000 OBO (1) Pressure Specified Sensory Device - Quantitative Sensory Testing with Light Touch, Two-Point Discrimination and Grip Strength- $15,000 OBO. jbv2323@gmail.com
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