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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 16,812 Podiatrists Daily
December 25, 2014 #5,252  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
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| PODIATRISTS AND CHRISTMAS | |
SC Podiatrist Makes Christmas Story Come Alive for Children
Inside the Columbia Foot Clinic, there's more than the daily flow of patients. There's a man who loves Christmas, and some say he even resembles it. "He's like our personal Santa Claus and as you can tell, he even looks a lot like Santa,” Audrey Calhoun, lead receptionist at the Columbia Foot Clinic said. Dr. James Suber has been seeing patients for the last 47 years and he says he doesn't plan to retire anytime soon. "I'll only go if my mind goes or my body goes, but as long as I am okay mentally and physically, I'll try to be here,” Dr. Suber said.
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Now in his eighties, Dr. Suber is trying to leave his footprint somewhere else, in the world of children's books. The 82-year-old doctor says he wrote a poem 20 years ago and hoped to turn it into a book. "I had to find someone to illustrate it and that took years,” Suber said. A patient of his, Vic Carrabotta, helped make that happen. Dr. Suber's dream has made its way into many homes already. It's available at Barnes and Noble and at the Columbia Foot Clinic. "We did donate some of them to Epworth Children's Home and of course they can distribute them or keep them there in their library and let their children read them,” Suber said.
Source: Katie McKee, WIS-TV [12/23/14]
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY | |
TX Podiatrists Host Holiday Coat Drive
The Podiatry Group of South Texas is holding a coat drive this month to help support the homeless in San Antonio, TX. Throughout December, The Podiatry Group will be taking coat donations at each of their 16 locations through December 31.
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Once the coats have been collected, they will then be delivered to SAMMinistries, an interfaith ministry which helps the homeless. SAMMinistries was established in 1983 and offers shelter, housing and services to the homeless and their families in San Antonio, TX. They also offer volunteer opportunities for families, groups, and individuals. Through tailored programs, SAMMinistries strives to overcome homelessness.
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| MEDICARE NEWS | |
Medicare Cuts Payments to 721 Hospitals With Highest Rates of Infections, Injuries
In its toughest crackdown yet on medical errors, the federal government is cutting payments to 721 hospitals for having high rates of infections and other patient injuries, records released Thursday show. One out of every seven hospitals in the nation will have their Medicare payments lowered by 1 percent over the fiscal year that began October 1 and continues through September 2015. The health law mandates the reductions for the quarter of hospitals that Medicare assessed as having the highest rates of "hospital-acquired conditions," or HACs. These conditions include infections from catheters, blood clots, bed sores, and other complications that are considered avoidable.
The penalties, which are estimated to total $373 million, are falling particularly hard on academic medical centers: Roughly half of them will be punished, according to a Kaiser Health News analysis. The new penalties are harsher than any prior government effort to reduce patient harm. Since 2008, Medicare has refused to pay hospitals for the cost of treating patients who suffer avoidable complications.
Source: Jordan Rau, Medscape News [12/22/14]
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| STARK UPDATE | |
CMS Sends Message That Stark Liability Is Limited to 4 Years With Self-Disclosure
“Stark liability does not exist forever. If you are outside the four-year reopening period, you probably have no liability to CMS,” says Bob Wade, who is with Krieg DeVault in Mishawaka, IN. Wade got the good news when CMS responded to several of his hospital-clients’ applications to the self-referral disclosure protocol (SRDP). CMS turned them down, but only because the hospitals didn’t have liability under the Stark law because the claims were deemed too old.
In letters to Wade, CMS explained that it “uses the time frame established under the re-opening regulations at 42 C.F.R. 405.980(b) as a guide to determine the time frame of the SRDP. As such, the time frame of the SRDP is limited to four years from the date that the disclosing party submits the disclosure to the SRDP, unless reliable evidence of fraud or similar fault exists….Because all of the non-compliance disclosed by [reporting entity] occurred outside of the four-year time frame under the SRDP, CMS is removing [reporting entity] from the SRDP.”
Nina Youngstrom, Report on Medicare Compliance [12/15/14]
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| TAX TIPS | |
Three Last Minute Tax Tips for 2014 - Part 1
While last minute holiday shopping is probably the main thing on your mind, it’s important that you don’t let your tax strategy fall to the wayside. According to Patrice C. Washington, the Money Maven of the Steve Harvey Morning Show, waiting too late could affect your ability to benefit from some time-sensitive tax advantages. Here are three tax tips you can tackle at any income bracket.
1. Make More Donations: According to the IRS, you may deduct contributions in the year they are made. Even if it is December 31st, charge your charitable gift to a credit card or get your envelope postmarked. While you may not pay the credit card bill until 2015 or the check doesn’t clear until then, you are still covered. “Don’t forget that if your gift is over $250, you must obtain a written receipt or record of the transaction from a qualified charity,” says Ms. Washington. “If you plan on donating clothing or household goods, look forward to deducting the fair market value as long as everything is in good condition.”
Source: Patrice Washington, CEO, Seek Wisdom Find Wealth
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1A | |
From: Elliot Udell, DPM
Thanks, Dr.Costantino, for once again shining a light on who may be providing foot care to the next generation of patients. Many of our esteemed colleagues in higher academia may believe that podiatry has a lock and key on foot care and we can treat the patient community the way we see fit. If we as a profession want to restrict future podiatric services to "complex foot surgery", many podiatrists believe that the public will simply have to suck it up because "we own foot care." Unfortunately, the opposite is true.
Podiatry evolved to serve the needs of the public and not the other way around. If we are foolish enough to not teach the next generation of podiatrists podiatric medicine, biomechanics, and all other facets of non-surgical podiatry, we as a profession will lose the privilege of serving the public, and as Dr. Costantino pointed out, there will always be another allied healthcare profession in the wings, waiting to take over.
Elliot Udell, DPM, Hickville, NY
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) - PART 1B | |
From: John Lanthier, DPM
In response to Dr Costantino's observation about foot care nurses and we as a profession relinquishing basic foot care, I can speak to this in a forward looking fashion. Where I practice, there are no podiatrists for 150 miles except me. I see less than 2% routine foot care for better or worse. Most people are very sheepish about asking me to cut their toenails, as I am seen as a specialist who presumably would not provide the service. Don't get me wrong, I'm not above it and I welcome the duty, as frankly it is relaxing and enjoyable, although menial.
The bulk of the routine care is taken up by chiropodists and much more by foot care nurses. If I were not to have such a wide territory and so many primary care referrals and patients, I am sure that I would be upset that I was not getting the routine care. The downside is that the nurses are requesting through training, the abilities to do wound care, biomechanics, etc. They are well funded and organized, well educated and have been in the system and know how to get things done. The outcome can be predicted as we see we lost our corner on orthotics.
John Lanthier, DPM, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) | |
From: Paul Hilbert, DPM
I believe that ICD-P 757.39 is also an acceptable code to use for this condition. It may even be more appropriate, whereas the code mentioned in the article more aptly corresponds to bromidrosis.
Paul Hilbert, DPM, Navarre, FL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NEWS STORIES) | |
From: Dennis Shavelson, DPM
Repetitive microtrauma (RMT) of shoes against toenails along with abnormal biomechanics that cause an increased dorsiflectory stiffness at the distal end of the distal hallux phalanx (that move or press against the nail causing onycholysis, fragmentation, surface scuffing and deformations) are undeniably the number one cause of primary onychodystrophy and secondary invasion, infection, and re-infection of opportunistic organisms like fungus and yeast in shoe-wearing societies. These classify as Type II and Type IV in The Shavelson-Bakotic Classification System of Onychodystrophy: Bakotic B, Shavelson D: The Pathogenesis of Nail Unit “Dystrophy”; Podiatry Management; Aug 2006: pp.149-155.
Generous shoe toe-boxes and foot orthotics that address flexible forefoot foot type pathology, along with maintenance topicals that are FDA-indicated for brittle or traumatized nails (such as Nuvail) must replace the “red herring” that primary onychomycosis is not the root cause of most ugly toenails. Lasers may not be the panacea.
Dr. Hartley is correct when she states that trauma is the root cause of toenail onychodystrophy and not onychomycosis, and that distal onycholysis precedes hyperkeritinization within the nail unit.
Disclosure: I am a consultant to Innocutis, the marketers of Nuvail (poly-ureaurethane 16%).
Dennis Shavelson, DPM, NY, NY
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 1
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RE: Outrageous Shoes of the Day
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MEETING NOTICES - PART 2
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ASSOCIATE POSITION- NORTHERN NJ - MORRIS COUNTY
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
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
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.
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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