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The Voice of Podiatrists
Serving Over 20,000 Subscribers Daily
December 29, 2020 #6,842  Publisher-Barry Block, DPM, JD
A partner of Podiatry Management https://podiatrym.com
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| PODIATRISTS AND WOUND CARE | |
TX Podiatrist Elected President of ILSF
Babajide Ogunlana, DPM is the incoming president for the International Limb Salvage Foundation (ILSF) for 2021-2023. Dr. Ogunlana currently serves as Podiatry Department Chair for Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston, TX, and serves as the panel physician podiatrist for The Amputation Prevention Center at Memorial Hermann Memorial City in Houston, TX.
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Dr. Babajide Ogunlana |
Dr. Ogunlana is on the Board of Trustee for the Podiatry Foundation of Nigeria (PFN) whose mission includes striving to gain podiatry recognition in Nigeria while at the same time establishing the framework for the practice of podiatric medicine.
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 1 | |
MS Podiatrist Opens The Foot Specialists of South Mississippi
Charles Caplis, DPM recently opened a new practice, The Foot Specialists of South Mississippi. Dr. Caplis received his podiatric medical degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
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Dr. Caplis completed his podiatric surgical residency at Michael Reese Hospital. He is Board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Source: Linkedin
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| PODIATRISTS IN THE COMMUNITY - PART 2 | |
CA Podiatrist Joins Wound Care Institutes of America
Earlier this year, Sara Davis, DPM joined Wound Care Institutes of America in Lakewood, CA.
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Dr. Davis received her podiatric medical degree from the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and completed her podiatric surgical residency at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center.
Source: Linkedin
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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 | |
Year-End Financial Planning Checklist - Part 1
Year-end provides the perfect opportunity to review your financial life and make sure you are on track towards your goals. This checklist contains a few of the financial items you may need to address.
1. Get Your Financial Life in Order Before Year's-End
Before the year comes to a close, it is always a smart idea to run through a checklist of financial planning items. As 2020 has certainly proven, a lot can happen in a year, and it is important nothing slips through the cracks. You should update your accounts and check in on where you stand with many of the goals you set at the beginning of the year.
Source: Jeff Witz, CFP®, Logan Lutton, Physicians Practice [12/18/20]
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| CODINGLINE CORNER |
Query: Denials for Chemical Neurolysis
I have recently been denied payment for chemical neurolysis for neuromas by Sisco insurance. They contend it is experimental/investigational. I appealed their decision and was given a peer to peer review with a general surgeon who admitted he has a contract with the insurance company and is paid by them. He states he used up-to-date evidence-based medicine to deny payment. In my letter of medical necessity to the insurance company, I cited many sources as to why this is a viable effective treatment. I also stated that other insurance companies like Medicare approve and cover this treatment. When I asked him why other companies paid and his didn’t he couldn’t tell me why.
What are other practitioners doing in these types of cases? Charging the patient out-of-pocket? Continuing to appeal?
PM News Subscriber
Response: With smaller commercial carriers such as this, it is best to get prior authorization for procedures/injections.
Alan Bass, DPM, CPC, Manalapan, NJ
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| QUERIES (CLINICAL) | |
Query: Amniotic Fluid Injections for Moderate to Severe Osteoarthrosis
I have a 57 year old healthy, female patient with right ankle trauma in 1987. Recent x-rays, MRI and CT resulted in the following conclusions: Mild posterior subtalar joint osteoarthrosis, severe talonavicular joint osteoarthrosis, mild calcaneocuboid joint osteoarthrosis, moderate navicular-intermediate cuneiform joint osteoarthrosis, moderate navicular-lateral cuneiform joint osteoarthrosis, and mild navicular-medial cuneiform joint osteoarthrosis. She is looking to avoid surgery, as her only real option is multiple mid-foot fusions. She has worn a Ritchie brace, undergone cortisone injections, and exhausted all traditional, conservative medical care.
My question to my colleagues who have incorporated amniotic fluid injections and utilized them for a severe case is what were the results? I understand that everybody will respond differently. The patient is very open to the idea and I further believe that amniotic fluid will be more beneficial for her than PRP. With the multiple involved joints involved, the plan is for at least 4cc of fluid into multiple joints. The cost is not an issue, but I am curious what your experiences have been with its use for what I would consider to be a more extreme scenario than just PF, mild OA, neuroma, etc.
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| QUERIES (NON-CLINICAL) | |
Query: Source for Sodium Hydroxide for Matrixectomies
Does anyone know of a supplier for sodium hydroxide that is used for matrixectomies?
Millicent Brown, DPM, Oxford, NC
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC) | |
From: Mark Spier, DPM
Is this an April Fool's joke that's 9 months late or possibly 3 months early? Dr. Quezada states "Let nature take its course". That's good advice when growing weeds but hardly appropriate coming from a podiatrist ostensibly licensed in the State of Texas. Does D. Quezada let nature take its course with an ascending cellulitis? Nature's course with an acute compartment syndrome? Does nature resolve acute necrotizing fasciitis? If he's suffering from an acute case of vaccine hesitancy related to the new vaccines for COVID-19, one can understand that.
How about vaccinations that have eliminated diseases that were once a scourge such as polio, smallpox, diphtheria, and measles? If nature's way is his philosophy, does he simply lay his hands on all of his patients and pray with them for divine intervention? If yes, what's the code for that service? Asking for an agnostic friend.
Mark Spier, DPM Reisterstown, MD
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (NON-CLINICAL) | |
From: Allen Jacobs, DPM
The commentary of Dr. Ribotsky regarding the utilization of arthrodesis in foot and ankle surgery may represent his personal opinion, but is hardly consistent with the appropriate science and literature. Nor are his comments consistent with the manner in which surgical decision-making occurs. Arthrodesis of the 1st MPJ is not considered a primary option when reasonable alternatives are present. Arthrodesis is utilized when there is advanced degenerative disease, significant instability, neuromuscular disease, recurrent deformity, such that osteotomy is neither practical nor likely appropriate. It is an alternative to resection or implant arthroplasty of the 1st MPJ. Retrospective studies demonstrate a very high rate of patient satisfaction following 1st MPJ arthrodesis.
There is little functional loss subsequent to performance of a Lapidus procedure. The Lapidus procedure achieves a more durable and predictable maintenance of correction with a lower incidence of recurrent deformity. I know of no accomplished surgeon performing surgery for limitation of excessive and pathological pronation deformity (e.g. PTTD) who utilizes calcaneal cuboid arthrodesis in preference to an Evans procedure when indicated. Conversely, preservation of joint function has been increasingly advocated for example, TAR in deference to ankle arthrodesis, or double calcaneal osteotomy in preference to STJ arthrodesis.
Following clinical and radiographic evaluation of the joint and deformity, and patient specific factors, there are indications for joint preservation and there are indications for arthrodesis. Preservation of joint motion is always desirable, but not at the sacrifice of the high likelihood of procedure failure.
Allen Jacobs, DPM, St. Louis, MO
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| RESPONSES/COMMENTS (PM NEWS QUICK POLLS) | |
From: Joe Agostinelli, DPM
I have read various responses as to this question from well learned colleagues. So far, however, I have not read about some "classic treatment". First of all, a good history, regular radiographs, and physical evaluation of the great toe joint should lead you to believe you have an acute gouty attack.
A local or PT block, then an “aspiration” of the joint fluid is then accomplished. You should see either a gouty synovial fluid aspirate or in the rare case of a septic joint, the synovial fluid murky with purulence. After aspiration of the contents of the joint leaving the aspiration needle in the joint, swap out with another syringe for a...
Editor's note: Dr. Agostinellis' extended-length letter can be read here.
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| YOU CAN'T MAKE THESE THINGS UP | |
RE: Outrageous Shoe of the Day
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How to get your feet in good shapes? |
Source: Evelien Sommen via Virtual Shoe Museum
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| CLASSIFIED ADS - ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AND FELLOWSHIPS |
WOUND CARE/RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY FELLOWSHIP - LOS ANGELES, CA
Attention graduating residents! Multi-specialty surgical group adding wound care and reconstructive surgery podiatry fellowship for 2021-2022 academic year. Will train in multiple settings alongside plastic surgery and general surgery in new facility. Full salary, health insurance, housing stipend, with more opportunities after completing program. Send CV to: woundcaredocs@gmail.com
WOUND CARE FELLOWSHIP - NEW YORK
CPME APPROVED 12 month fellowship beginning July 1st, 2021. Hospital and clinic environment, with onsite hyperbaric medicine. Working with infectious disease, dermatology, as well as, general, vascular, and podiatric surgeons. Must have completed a PMSR residency. Please contact drarnoldhertz@aol.com or jtfootcare@gmail.com. EOE employer.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - MIDWEST
ONCE IN LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY to join a thriving practice with instant patient volume. State-of-the-art practice with Advanced Derm, Limb Salvage, Sports Med, Pediatrics, in-office-lasers, formulary. Seeking ambitious DPM with surgical and patient management skills. Early board-certification with the ability to outpace your peers financially. Buy-in anticipated after initial contract. Starting six-figure salary with generous bonuses. No nursing homes. Perks include Paid Med-Mal, Vacation & CME days. Hospital & Medical Organizational Dues, Health & Disability Insurance, Phone & Car Allowances, 401k, and $5,000 Signing Bonus. DPMPROFESSIONAL2021@GMAIL.COM
MOBILE PODIATRIST NEEDED - SAN DIEGO AREA
ast growing housecall practice is looking for a podiatrist to see patients in their homes &/or an assisted living facility. We offer a flexible schedule (Part-Time/Full-time), excellent monthly compensation, dedicated support staff. We are looking to add a third podiatrist. July 2021 associates are welcome. If interested, email CV to: barefeetpodiatry1@gmail.com
FULL TIME PODIATRIST - NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
We are a fast-growing podiatry practice in North Jersey with multiple locations and Doctors. We are currently looking for a full-time motivated and caring Doctor to join our busy practice. Some benefits include: competitive six-figure salary, generous bonus structure, health insurance (including vision & dental), paid vacation time off, paid malpractice insurance and CME time off. Great prospects for experienced Doctors as well as new Associates. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your Podiatric medical and surgical experience in an office-based practice! If interested, please submit your CV to DrSamofal@PodiatryCenterNJ.com
POSITIONS AVAILABLE - RHODE ISLAND and UPSTATE NEW YORK
Looking for reliable and ethical podiatrists to service Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities in Rhode Island and Upstate New York. Send inquiries and CV to: phasetwopodiatry@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH OPTION TO BUY – BRONX, NY
Full time or part time with option to purchase. Co-Op City, Bronx New York. Established in 1969. Full scope of podiatry. Must participate in insurance plans. Pleasant office; great patients; Great opportunity. Call or text 914-772-3842 or email: Lwolstein@aol.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - NW FLORIDA/COASTAL ALABAMA
Busy, well-established practice, EHR, digital x-ray, diagnostic ultrasound. Offering competitive six-figure salary w/bonus structure, health/malpractice insurance, and PTO. PSR-36 required. Partnership path to motivated and compassionate associate. Must obtain Florida and Alabama licenses. Send CV: Brentmharwood@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - DE, OH, MO, TN, PA, CT, FL
PediRite, a company that provides care to nursing home residents has excellent opportunities providing services to our contracted facilities. Flexible scheduling, set your own hours, very lucrative commissions! This is a great match for podiatrists with open days/hours in their schedule. Work available in DE, OH, MO, TN, PA, CT send resume to sara@sightrite.com (submit for any other state as well as we have ongoing opportunities)
ASSOCIATE POSITION - TAMPA/ST PETERSBURG BEACHES AREA, FL
Due to demand we are seeking a well trained associate. Great hours, no call, office based practice, surgery all included in this practice. Great location. Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunity to grow with this busy practice. Contact: Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITIONS - AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
Podiatrist positions available for immediate hire to treat patients in Nursing Facilities in FLORIDA, UPSTATE NEW YORK, TEXAS, KENTUCKY, and ARKANSAS. A unique opportunity with flexible schedules and an unmatched potential for growth. Send CV and Cover letter to office@easternpodiatrypllc.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION - ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Busy, growing, 3 location, Podiatry group in Albuquerque, NM seeking full-time associate. Must be ABPM BQ/BE. Competitive salary and full benefit package. Qualified applicant will join a value based, protocol driven state of the art practice addressing all aspects of Podiatric care to include limb salvage, sports medicine, trauma and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and hospital call. If interested please send CV and cover letter to hiring@nmfootandankle.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION WITH BUYOUT OPTION - FREDERICK, MD
Located in beautiful western Maryland, less than an hour from Baltimore/Washington, DC. Enjoy skiing, hiking, kayaking, hunting, fishing outside your back door. Excellent opportunity for well trained individual who is ready to become an owner after only one year. I will teach you how to become a top earner in the field. Full time offices also in Hagerstown, MD and Gettysburg, PA. Full benefits package. drhenrock@yahoo.com
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE POSITION – FLORIDA PANHANDLE
Immediate position available for hard-working, motivated individual in a well-established practice. Equal mix of primary care and surgery. Excellent opportunity to get on all insurance panels. Board qualified/Certified with ABPS preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please email CV and letter of interest to recruiting@feetareneat.com.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHWEST, FL
Immediate position for busy practice in Sunny Southwest, FL. ABFAS RRA BC/BQ. EMR, E x-rays, US, DME. Base salary + bonus w, PTO, 401K, fees, health benefits. Also 1 ACFAS credentialed fellowship avail, must be BQ ACFAS by start of program 8/2021: DrLam@NaplesPodiatrist.com
PODIATRIST POSITIONS - PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Established practice hiring both full-time and part-time physicians. If you are an energetic physician and would like to practice in an upbeat, well-equipped, modern and conveniently located facility please email CV to HealthyFeetAZ@Gmail.com. Candidates holding Arizona State License preferred.
ASSOCIATE POSITION - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
A well established practice is looking to add a third podiatrist. We are looking for a candidate with wound care training as well as experience in foot and ankle reconstruction. The Palm Springs area boasts year round resort activities with close proximity to LA and San Diego beaches. Full benefits/CME/Malpractice and salary offered. Potential surgery center buy in. Please contact 515-556-5316 /Email CV to asnelsonbean@gmail.com
ASSOCIATE POSITION – CLEVELAND SW SUBURBS
Excellent opportunity to join a 30 year well established busy two office practice seeking a PSR-36 Board Qualified/Certified with ABPS who wants to stay in the Cleveland area. 401K and Profit sharing plan available. All phases of podiatry from surgery to wound care. Staff privileges at 3 local hospitals. Modern offices with certified EMR, digital x-rays and all aspects of DME. Significant opportunity for growth and development. Please forward CV to footdoc252@gmail.com
FULL-TIME or PART-TIME PODIATRIST - DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA
PSR 24-36 Trained with a current Texas podiatry license. Multi-dimensional, Multi-office group treating a wide range of conditions. A great opportunity for driven personable individual. Please e-mail CV, References Letters, Short Video Introduction Email: cnunez1940@gmail.com
POSITION AVAILABLE - ALBANY, NEW YORK
Immediate opening and opportunity to join a busy growing practice in the capital region of NY. We have a growing practice that offers all aspects of podiatric care - both surgical and non-surgical. We pride ourselves on being state-the-art with EMR, digital x-ray, ECSWT and MLS laser therapy. We have the necessary support staff and have privileges with local hospitals and participate with all of the local insurance panels. We enjoy what we do and are looking for an ethical, reliable and motivated podiatrist to join our team. Please submit CV and cover letter to Albanypodiatry1@gmail.com
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PRACTICES FOR SALE - HUDSON VALLEY, NY
Long established in two Hudson Valley, NY counties. 4 employed podiatrists, experienced staff. Full hospital admitting, surgical privileges. Participation in most commercial, advantage, Medicare & Medicaid. Custom built Office #1 = 1900 sq ft 3-4 tx rms FOR SALE in deal. Office#2 = 1400 sq ft rental 3 tx rms. Contact: podiatrypracticeny@yahoo.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WHITE PLAINS, NY
This established practice has been operating for more than 25 years in key market location. Full range of office services and surgery. Opportunity to grow practice and have outstanding return on investment. Priced to sale. Contact: Yourpracticenow@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - BOSTON, MA
High volume surgical practice. Based on hospital campus, serves as referral center for cases. Established relationships. Key success factors include: outstanding interpersonal skills, well trained in all aspects of surgery, willingness to work weekends and take call. Well trained staff in place and willing to transition. Great hands are not enough, superior interpersonal skills required. Contact: YourPracticeNow@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY
This well-established practice needs a new owner. Current owner seeking to retire. Busy office practice built on sports medicine and general podiatric care. Established referral sources. Priced to sell. Owner will transition. Fully equipped. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - CT - BRANFORD
Solo practice for sale. Practice positioned for future growth. Owner has busy practice with full schedule and privileges available at local hospitals and surgery centers. Owner relocating out of state. Contact: MCrosby518@gmail.com
PRACTICE FOR SALE - VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA
Motivated Seller. General podiatric 53 year old practice for sale in Van Nuys California, next to hospital.
Great growth potential. Will stay to help transition. Call Ron Miller at 310-980-1822
PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA, CALIFORNIA
Thriving practice for sale in optimum location next to pharmacy and across from major hospital in Tarzana California Established 1982 Ground floor free parking Patients are PPO Medicare and cash Serious inquires only text 818 451-8441.
PRACTICES WANTED TO BUY – TRI-STATE AREA (NY, NJ, CT)
Building out a network of podiatry practices throughout the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, CT). We are looking to buy podiatry practices large, small, rural or urban. Podiatrists who are looking to join a larger group to manage business operations, or retire, can contact us at podiatrymanagementinc@gmail.com. Competitive compensation and benefits package for those who would like to sell and work within the larger company.
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