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Part 1. Understanding disability insurance: Essential insights for doctors of chiropractic

Chiropractic Economics

Each type has distinct definitions and implications for coverage, especially crucial for chiropractors whose skills are specialized. Here’s a detailed look at this type of policy: Definition. Case example Laura, DC, develops severe arthritis in her hands, making it impossible to perform adjustments. Coverage continuity.

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Chiropractic maintenance care: How to recognize it, document it and code it

Chiropractic Economics

If you eavesdrop on a discussion between any four doctors of chiropractic, you will likely hear at least four different opinions on what these words mean. If you can’t recognize true maintenance care, you’re at risk of violating the policy of certain third-party payers who have very distinct definitions of this care.

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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy and disc herniations

Chiropractic Economics

Before the 1990s, the only tool we had to address disc herniations was the chiropractic adjustment. A review of these tools would include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression therapy, therapeutic exercises and Class IV laser therapy.

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Chiropractic documentation: Are you the droid they’re looking for?

Chiropractic Economics

It is a rare occasion that we see doctor of chiropractic emblazoned on a report from the OIG, but it happens. The provider is billing for three to four spinal regions, but the chiropractic documentation shows complaints and documented findings in two. And private payers follow the same definitions and rules.

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Discover How Atlanta Chiropractors Provide Sciatica Relief

Any Spine

Definition of Sciatica Sciatica is characterized by discomfort that originates from the sciatic nerve, which stretches from the lower back down through the hips and legs. Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine and reduce discomfort in the neck and knee. Visit our massage therapy page for more information.

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The Science Behind Scanning the Nervous System 

CLA

When subluxations alter the balance in the ANS and “drain” the adaptive reserve, adjustments restore this coherence and resilience. Thermography isn’t just about diagnosing issues—it’s a real-time tool that helps you track how your adjustments are working. Higher HRV means the nervous system is flexible and handling stress well.

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Understanding Chiropractic Nervous System Scanning Methods

CLA

Nervous system scanning serves as a bridge between traditional chiropractic adjustments and objective data. The Benefits of Using Objective Measures Objective measures provide concrete evidence of a patient’s condition, making it easier for chiropractors to explain the need for adjustments.