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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

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. When the provider feels the care won’t meet that definition, the AT modifier should not be used.

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Is multidisciplinary the right approach for your practice? Four questions to ask

Chiropractic Economics

Though the definition varies based on what sort of professionals and practitioners are in your practice, a multidisciplinary practice tends to blend both holistic therapies and allopathic therapies under a single roof for an overall wellness approach. What is a multidisciplinary practice?

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Virginia Senate Bill 1015, allowing DCs to recommend supplements, signed into law

Chiropractic Economics

Prior to this legislation, the definition of practice of chiropractic in Virginia did not explicitly give DCs authority to advise patients on or recommend supplements. SB1015 amends this definition, allowing DCs to incorporate nutritional guidance into patient care strategies.

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Part 2. Understanding disability insurance: Essential insights for DCs

Chiropractic Economics

Key features to look for Definition of disability. Ensure the policy clearly defines a disability, particularly focusing on whether it uses an “own-occupation” or “any occupation” definition. Benefit periods and elimination periods: Benefit period. The length of time benefits are paid.

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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. Here’s what you need to know: Definition. Premium costs.

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Why More Chiropractors are Buying A Chiropractic Practice Than Ever Before

The Strategic Chiropractor

At that point, you can do the math and figure out that with many practice purchases, even AFTER the increased debt service, you can come out ahead because of the superior salary that you have as the business owner (which can definitely be higher than many associate salaries).

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Big win for Michigan chiropractic patients as House bill advances

Chiropractic Economics

As it was introduced, the bills wording would have aligned its definition of a healthcare provider with that of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which limits DCs recognition as healthcare providers only to cases involving spinal subluxation confirmed by X-ray.

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