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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

Let’s interpret the Act as it relates to chiropractic spinal adjustments. Since the ABN form is mandatory only when the otherwise covered service may not be covered that visit, it simply means that it only applies to manual manipulation of the spine when it doesn’t meet Medicare’s definition of medical necessity.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

Definition and clinical significance Spinal instability occurs when the stabilizing systems fail to maintain normal alignment and control under physiological loads. Imaging and diagnostic tools X-rays and MRIs can reveal structural abnormalities but should be used with clinical findings.

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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. The science clearly shows that without a healthy endplate you cannot have a healthy disc.

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Rethinking Chiropractic: Function > Structure

CLA

Shifting the narrative toward functional outcomes means focusing on how patients feel, move, and operate rather than simply on what their X-rays show. So, when we adjust patients, we’re not just correcting their spine—we’re facilitating better function throughout their nervous system and body.

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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.

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Chiropractic Table Talk for Enhanced Patient Engagement and Retention

CLA

Effective communication during chiropractic visits goes beyond adjusting techniques; it involves engaging patients in conversations that empower them to take an active role in their health journey. This approach reinforces the value of chiropractic adjustments and encourages continued commitment.

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Elevate Your Practice with Advanced Chiropractic Instrumentation

CLA

These tools allow chiropractors to detect subtle patterns of dysfunction, which can then be addressed through targeted chiropractic adjustments. Using tools like Synapse software , chiropractors can visually display scan results, making it easier for patients to understand the importance of their adjustments.