Volume 15 - Issue 2 - February 2002
02/03/2002
On the surface, it seems fairly simple. Incorrect codes will result in delayed payment or outright rejection of claims by carriers. Using codes appropriately helps ensure proper payment from third-party carriers and patients.
Appropriate...
On the surface, it seems fairly simple. Incorrect codes will result in delayed payment or outright rejection of claims by carriers. Using codes appropriately helps ensure proper payment from third-party carriers and patients.
Appropriate...
On the surface, it seems fairly...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
02/03/2002
A rather interesting lawsuit is taking place in Canada right now. A podiatry association is suing two of its members, charging them with incompetence and pursuing revocation of their licenses to practice. Those in the know say the doctors...
A rather interesting lawsuit is taking place in Canada right now. A podiatry association is suing two of its members, charging them with incompetence and pursuing revocation of their licenses to practice. Those in the know say the doctors...
A rather interesting lawsuit is...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
02/03/2002
This communication is in response to the Forum column by John McCord, DPM (see “Dispensing Orthotics: Is It Worth The Hassle?,” November 2001, pg. 75). I had a very similar frustrating experience with my bunion surgery and solved the problem...
This communication is in response to the Forum column by John McCord, DPM (see “Dispensing Orthotics: Is It Worth The Hassle?,” November 2001, pg. 75). I had a very similar frustrating experience with my bunion surgery and solved the problem...
This communication is in...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
Column
Diabetes Watch
02/03/2002
Unfortunately, all too often, we shy away from valuable history and background information regarding the overall health of the patient. Many of us ask about diseases such as diabetes and some will routinely inquire about alcohol and smoking...
Unfortunately, all too often, we shy away from valuable history and background information regarding the overall health of the patient. Many of us ask about diseases such as diabetes and some will routinely inquire about alcohol and smoking...
Unfortunately, all too often, we...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
Forum
02/03/2002
I stepped out the back door of my home on a cold December morning and noticed a new pile of firewood sitting at the edge of my driveway. I knew it must have been delivered by a guy named Eddy. Eddy is an unemployed carpenter who visited my...
I stepped out the back door of my home on a cold December morning and noticed a new pile of firewood sitting at the edge of my driveway. I knew it must have been delivered by a guy named Eddy. Eddy is an unemployed carpenter who visited my...
I stepped out the back door of...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
News and Trends
02/03/2002
Brian McCurdy, Managing Editor
How prevalent are foot ulcers among patients with diabetes? About 2.4 million diabetes patients, representing 15 percent of the estimated 16 million Americans afflicted with the disease, will develop serious foot ulcers during their...
How prevalent are foot ulcers among patients with diabetes? About 2.4 million diabetes patients, representing 15 percent of the estimated 16 million Americans afflicted with the disease, will develop serious foot ulcers during their...
How prevalent are foot ulcers...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
Orthotics Q&A
02/03/2002
When it comes to understanding the effect of functional hallux limitus (Fhl) on foot function, Howard Dananberg, DPM, has published over 30 articles on the subject. “Early on, it was quite challenging to convince other DPMs of the...
When it comes to understanding the effect of functional hallux limitus (Fhl) on foot function, Howard Dananberg, DPM, has published over 30 articles on the subject. “Early on, it was quite challenging to convince other DPMs of the...
When it comes to understanding...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
Sports Medicine
02/03/2002
By Mark A. Caselli, DPM and Mohsen Khoshneviszadeh
By Mark A. Caselli, DPM and Mohsen Kh...
Foot injuries are one of the most common injuries for athletes. Specifically, among all the joints and bones of the foot, the first metatarsophalangeal joint with its sesamoid complex is the most commonly affected. It is usually clear when an...
Foot injuries are one of the most common injuries for athletes. Specifically, among all the joints and bones of the foot, the first metatarsophalangeal joint with its sesamoid complex is the most commonly affected. It is usually clear when an...
Foot injuries are one of the...
02/03/2002
Podiatry Today
