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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 17,228 Subscribers Daily
December 28, 2015 #5,561  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management http://www.podiatrym.com
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| EDITOR'S NOTE | |
CORRECTION
In the last issue of PM News, the link to a searchable database in the story Complication Rates of 16,000+ Surgeons Published did not work. The correct link is https://projects.propublica.org/surgeons/
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Results of last week's quick poll |
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| HISTORIC PODIATRISTS REMEMBERED | |
Children Celebrate 100th Christmas Party Started by FL Podiatrist
Even a century later, Sarah Williams Jones continues to be a Christmas miracle to the children of Fort Myers. For the 100th Christmas, a cadre of children came to a corner home in the east part of town and were fed, given gifts, and reveled in the yuletide spirit. The event was held at the Dr. Ella Piper Center.
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Piper grew up to be a successful podiatrist and helped finance many projects centered on improving the lives of those in east Fort Myers. She also helped finance her mother's annual Dec. 25 event. “Dr. Piper wanted to be happy at this (Christmas) time," said Vivian T. Hill who has been going to the same party for 38 years. The 83-year-old knew Piper.
Source: Ben Brasch, News-Press.com [12/25/15]
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| FROM PM's CURRENT ISSUE | |
Twice 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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| HEALTHCARE NEWS | |
Colorado to Vote on Statewide Universal Care
Supporters of universal healthcare in Colorado have gathered enough signatures to put a single-payer state healthcare system up for a vote, according to a recent article in the Denver Post. ColoradoCare will appear on the ballot next year.
Under the initiative, residents would be allowed to choose their healthcare providers, but their bills would be paid by ColoradoCare rather than private insurers. Funding the plan is a proposed 10% payroll tax. Employers would pay 6.67%, and employees 3.33%. Self-employed workers would pay 10% of their net income, according to the report. All together, the tax would raise $25 billion, proponents estimate.
Source: First Report Managed Care
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| PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TIP OF OF THE DAY | |
How to Deal with Negative Online Reviews- Part 1
Online review websites can often determine whether or not a patient decides to use your practice. Reviews matter, and negative ones can derail your practice. Here are some tips on how to deal with negative reviews:
1. Don't delete, respond instead.
Being in business today, even healthcare, leaves you exposed and vulnerable to public criticism. When that first negative review pops up, you might be tempted to delete it and move on. But experts say that would be a bad move. Instead, address the reviewer’s concerns with professionalism and kindness. “Resist the temptation to be defensive, even in outrageous cases, like when the physician has never treated the patient,” said Thomas McClintock, COO of NSI Partners, a Colorado Springs-based consulting company specializing in online marketing and business strategy development. “Most people reading the exchange will be reasonable, especially if you are gracious.”
Source: Adapted from Steph Weber, Physicians Practice [12/14/15]
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) - PART 1A | |
From: Gregory T. Amarantos, DPM
Why worry about it? Now you can charge the patient whatever fee you feel you deserve. No more audits, "Q" modifiers, or "Meaningless Use." The sooner our profession realizes we are chasing decreasing reimbursements, the better. When you provide quality care, the patient will value your services and pay you accordingly. Presently, how many patients come to us because Medicare pays? When is the last time a patient said thank you for the routine care you provided?
Instead, when you tell the patient the service is not covered, the response is "well, the Dr. Foot doctor down the street always charged Medicare, and I never had to pay", and they walk down the street for the next visit. Let's follow the dental profession; the staff provides the routine care and we walk in and say hello. My last dental cleaning was $234, which included a $71 fee for the dentist to say hello and "inspect" the cleaning and provide the "exam." Follow the new rules, provide quality care to your patients, and enjoy the fruits of your labor with reduced stress. What a way to start the New Year!
Gregory T. Amarantos, DPM, Chicago, IL
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CODINGLINE CORNER) - PART 1B | |
From: George Jacobson, DPM
If indeed there is a new interpretation of RFC, it should have been in a bulletin. The response to this post needs to be stronger. The State associations affected need an experienced healthcare attorney to attack this situation. Although an individual should seek competent advice as well, it may be too costly on an individual basis. Many years ago, Florida fought an RFC issue and won. We do not know the particulars here and whether it is widespread. This sounds like an important survey question see if it is a limited or extensive problem. If they get away with this in one region, we'll see it spreading to other regions.
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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The lady went gaga for these shoes! |
This is a custom pair of coral shoes completely hand sculpted by Jos Kwakkel for Lady Gaga.
Source: Dennis Diem via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - PART 1- ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
ASSOCIATE POSITION - PENNSYLVANIA
A well-established, podiatry practice located in Delaware County, PA, is seeking a BE/BC podiatrist to join our team. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled, personable, and hardworking physician with an interest in partnership. Please forward cover letter and a current CV via email to podiatrymgmt@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – YONKERS, NY
Well established podiatry practice is looking for part-time podiatrist to work 2-3 days per week, including some Saturdays. Will work to get you on as many plans as possible. Competitive compensation package with bonus structure and partnership/ownership opportunity for the right individual. Please submit resume to: Podiodoc@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
available immediately in a busy, 30 year established, single location, high visibility office with digital x-ray, DME, diabetic shoe store, and EMR. Good patient volume and potential for partnership or purchase. Contact samuel10530@yahoo.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION – MARYLAND, DC SUBURBS
Large, well established, multi-office practice looking for an Associate to begin July 2016. Looking for a highly motivated, surgically trained, outgoing, ethical Podiatrist to join us. Walk in day one with a full schedule. Must be at least Board Qualified by start date with Maryland license. Competitive compensation package with excellent base salary, bonus structure, benefits, and partnership opportunity. Well rounded Practice that covers all aspects of Podiatry. Cover Letter and CV to Sharon at MarylandPodiatry@yahoo.com.
IMMEDIATE ASSOCIATE POSITION - INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
Available in busy three office practice Leading to Partnership. Position available for graduate in 2016. Two locations in Indianapolis and 1 location outside of Metro area. Competitive salary and benefit package including 401, profit sharing, Health insurance. Surgery Center Ownership Available If interested forward letter and resume to Imalament1@comcast.net
ASSOCIATE WANTED - SOUTHWEST, FL
Associate position: now or July '16: must be BC or BQ by ABFAS, ability to work independently on complex cases. Hospital rounds, ER calls, great work ethic, team players needed. Fellowship experience preferred, not mandatory. LOI, LOR from director, CV. great salary + bonus, partnership buy-in. Naples, FL klamdpm@hotmail.com
PART TIME PODIATRIST POSITION - CHICAGO SUBURBS, WILL & LAKE COUNTIES
Part time, excellent supplemental income opportunity in an established podiatry practice. Must be hardworking, personable and self-motivated. Please send your CV to CHIFOOTCARE@YAHOO.COM
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| CLASSIFIED ADS PART 2 - PRACTICES FOR SALE OR WANTED, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE |
PART TIME OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE – PHILADELPHIA, PA
Podiatry office space available for use more than half the week in downtown Philadelphia. More than 2,000 square feet of treatment space with digital x-ray, diagnostic US and EHR available. I am looking to segueway out of practice in the next several years and this could be a beginning opportunity for an individual to gradually purchase the practice and create their own right now. Also seeking a preceptor to be involved with the practice. For more info: ediamond7@comcast.net.
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE – K-LASER
K-laser 1200 portable. In excellent condition …. FDA cleared for Pain and inflammation battery operated e-mail footcare@comcast.net
PRACTICE FOR SALE- SOUTHEAST FLORIDA
Busy well established successful turn-key Podiatry practice for sale. Active adult community. Professionally designed and decorated. Office is immaculate. Good yearly gross with many new patients. Medicare and cash patients. No managed care. Owner willing to stay for transition. Excellent well trained staff. Click on link to view website. www.turnkey-podiatry.com
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