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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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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. And private payers follow the same definitions and rules. And as I look into the reasons these DCs made headlines, it saddens me that most of it was very preventable. Where do you find those? In the MRP, of course!

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Empowering Female Chiropractors: Insights and Tips from the 2024 State of Chiropractic Survey

Perfect Patients

This 2024 Women in Chiropractic Report explores this shift and offers valuable advice for women looking to succeed in this dynamic profession…straight from female chiropractors themselves! Today, only 31% of all chiropractic practices are owned by women, but our report indicates this could be changing as more women enter the field. .

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The Destructive D’s

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Dyskinesia: This refers to altered spinal movement, which is present in all definitions of the subluxation. By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.

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Understanding Dysponesis: Distraction and Exhaustion Defined

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By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.

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Dysafferentation: “Noisy” Neurological Communication

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By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.

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The Hip Bone connected to the…. Universe?

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By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.