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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

When documentation is compared to billing, as much as 78% of the time providers were found to be billing for treatment didn’t meet the definition of medical necessity. It all comes down to the documentation. AT vs. GA modifier Documentation for chiropractic spinal adjustments has specific requirements in Medicare Part B.

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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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Why Delayed Symptoms After an Auto Accident Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Reinhardt Chiropractic

Onsite digital x-rays: To help diagnose, rule out any serious complications, and aid in a more specialized treatment plan. Document any emerging symptoms to share with your chiropractor. Soft Tissue Therapy: To reduce inflammation and promote healing in muscles and ligaments.

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Structured rehabilitation plan in personal injury

Chiropractic Economics

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. Functional movement testing highlights range-of-motion deficits or weaknesses, further proving the ongoing impact of the injury. The result?

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Patient Education and Meticulous Documentation

Genesis

Evan Katz, a seasoned chiropractor and founder of Professionally Integrated, sheds light on the two pillars of a successful chiropractic practice: patient education and meticulous documentation. Dr. Katz highlights how thorough documentation serves a dual purpose: protecting both chiropractors and their patients. X-rays, MRIs).

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Five steps for creating a compelling brand story for your chiropractic practice

Chiropractic Economics

He added cozy chairs, soft lighting, even artwork showing people thriving, not just X-rays. RAY FOXWORTH, DC, FICC , is founder and CEO of ChiroHealthUSA. For more than 35 years, he worked “in the trenches” facing challenges with billing, coding, documentation and compliance.

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The Chiropractic Exam Reimagined

ChiroUp

Can you remember all the positive orthopedic tests needed to be documented for tarsal tunnel syndrome? By following specific criteria like tenderness at key spots or the inability to bear weight post-injury, you can confidently decide whether an X-ray is necessary, saving your patient unnecessary radiation exposure and healthcare costs.