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Medicare Part B’s advance beneficiary notice

Chiropractic Economics

Without a properly executed ABN, you can’t pass the fee on to the patient when coverage of the visit is denied. The AT modifier doesn’t mean “all the time” Through the years, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has conducted many reviews and audits of chiropractic treatment and billing.

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Brachioradial Pruritus: The Neuropathic Itch Every DC Should Recognize

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2) Chiropractors routinely encounter patients with neuropathic itching, particularly conditions like brachioradial pruritus, as they often stem from cervical spine dysfunction and nerve irritation. 9) Neuropathic itch is more common in patients with systemic triggers like sensory polyneuropathy (e.g., What Is Brachioradial Pruritus?

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Stop outsourcing with new technology

Chiropractic Economics

You spend thousands of dollars and hours to get new patients in the door. Then, you begin treatment. New technology is constantly providing new ways to obtain data, treat patients and provide the most effective and timely results. But more importantly, it’s essential to provide your patients the best care possible.

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A comprehensive guide to attaining spinal stability

Chiropractic Economics

This article delves into the anatomy and biomechanics of spinal stability, explores the clinical significance of instability and outlines evidence-based strategies for assessment, treatment and rehabilitation. Imaging and diagnostic tools X-rays and MRIs can reveal structural abnormalities but should be used with clinical findings.

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Ensure patient compliance with radiology

Chiropractic Economics

Patient compliance is one of the many challenges in a chiropractic practice. While perusing the internet and discussing patient compliance with colleagues, I discovered a commonality among DCs; we all agreed that excellent communication is the key to the most successful outcomes.

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The power of taking vitals in your office

Chiropractic Economics

However, you might not realize this simple practice can significantly impact your marketing efforts, confirming you prioritize patient safety as a healthcare professional. From my experience In the early 1980s, a patient called me and said they had terrible neck pain, difficulty breathing and felt very clammy.

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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy and disc herniations

Chiropractic Economics

If your practice is like mine, you get several patients a day with disc herniations. In my 25 years of practice, I have noticed the best outcomes result from carefully examining the patient to determine the exact nature and cause of their symptoms. As you know, no two patients are the same.