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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. This modifier, when appended to a chiropractic manipulative treatment (CMT) code, denotes an adjustment was performed, and the provider “certifies” the service was active treatment and not maintenance care. It all comes down to the documentation.

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Meralgia Paresthetica: A Commonly Overlooked Cause of Thigh Pain

ChiroUp

The Three Most Essential Tests for Diagnosing Meralgia Paresthetica Recent evidence supports three simple yet powerful clinical tests for meralgia paresthetica diagnosis. 51) Differential Diagnosis Clinical Differentiator L2-L3 radiculopathy Lumbar symptoms, provoked by lumbar testing, possible motor or reflex loss. Harney D, Patijn J.

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Structured rehabilitation plan in personal injury

Chiropractic Economics

A thorough assessment and diagnosis serve as the foundation for a care plan and as crucial evidence that supports the patients PI lawsuit. Attorneys rely on your evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, documentation and billing to establish the full extent of medical damages and support settlement demands, making your role indispensable.

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

Chiropractic Economics

The diagnosis may be as simple as subluxation or segmental dysfunction. Plan: If your treatment plan is for the patient to come monthly, indicate that. If you manipulated, indicate the segments adjusted and any therapy performed. As with all plans, you must indicate what treatment you rendered.

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How Chiropractic Adjustment Works

Any Spine

How Chiropractic Adjustment Works The Basics of Chiropractic Adjustments Chiropractic adjustments are a central component of chiropractic care. But how exactly do these adjustments work? What is a Chiropractic Adjustment? Over time, regular adjustments can help maintain spinal health and prevent future issues.

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Can Chiropractic Care Help with Sleep Apnea?

Oviedo Chiropractic

For those with sleep apnea, chiropractic adjustments may provide benefits in the following ways: 1. Chiropractic adjustments, combined with soft tissue therapy, can help alleviate tension, promoting better airway function. They may also ask about lifestyle factors like stress and posture that could be contributing to your symptoms.

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How Chiropractic Care Enhances Quality of Life Through Improved Mobility

Fisher Chiropractic

Whether you're dealing with chronic discomfort or simply seeking to maintain optimal wellness, spinal adjustments and manual therapies can significantly improve your quality of life. Chiropractic adjustments aim to relieve this pressure by realigning the spine.