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Are You Charging What Workers’ Compensation Allows?
By Dr. Ray Foxworth, DC, FICC I was reviewing practice numbers with a chiropractor recently who was convinced workers’ compensation patients just weren’t profitable anymore. His collections seemed lower than they should have been, and like many doctors, he...
What is a Pure Consent Provision?
Seven Malpractice Policy Pitfalls to Avoid Your insurance policy has a consent provision that decides if you have the choice to refuse to settle a claim. Learn the details of this important policy clause to better protect your future. Key Concepts Understand consent...
Frequency of Re-Exams in Chiropractic Care: Intervals or Outcomes?
By: Ronald J. Farabaugh DC and Evan M. Gwilliam DC MBA CPC CCPC CPMA CPCO A common question in chiropractic documentation is: How often should a patient be re-examined? For years, many doctors have operated under some version of the “every 30 days” or “every 12...
Medicaid Budget Impact on Provider Reimbursement
FROM: Lisa D. Lee, Commissioner DATE: June 8, 2026 RE: Medicaid Budget Impact on Provider Reimbursement Dear Provider Partner, As you may be aware, House Bill 500, passed in the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly Session,...
KAC Member Insurance Alert: Passport and Humana Medicaid Issues
Dear KAC Members, Please review the following updates regarding two current insurance issues affecting Kentucky chiropractors. PASSPORT: RECOUPMENT OF 97XXX CODES Passport is attempting to recoup 97xxx codes on previously submitted claims where the GP modifier was not...
Infinedi
Below is an email we sent to doctors using the latest list of Infinedi users we had from from January 2025 regarding Infinedi. We understand that list may not be current or all inclusive as of 2026, hence the post here. As we know more or hear directly from Infinedi,...
How to Handle Patients Who Cancel — 7 Tips to Keep You in Control
It happened again this week. A last-minute cancellation on Tuesday and a patient no-show on Thursday. And there you are, stuck with vacant slots and lost income. Missed appointments are frustrating—and costly. One study found that financial losses from missed...
Rising Deductibles Are Reshaping Patient Expectations
Healthcare affordability has become one of the defining challenges of 2026. According to a new analysis from KFF, the average Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace deductible increased by more than $1,000 per person this year — the largest increase in Marketplace...
Table Talk: Treating Patients with Financial Hardship: What Kentucky Chiropractors Need to Know
One of the most common questions chiropractors ask is whether they can legally discount their fees for patients who simply cannot afford care. The short answer is yes, but the rules matter. Kentucky chiropractors must navigate a careful balance between genuine...
Table Talk: CDL Medical Certification Is Going Digital
What Kentucky Chiropractors Need to Know Before June 8, 2026 To read the official release from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, click here. If you hold a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Certified Medical Examiner (CME) certification, or if you...
Table Talk: Updating Your Chiropractic License with the Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services
Question: Do I have to update my chiropractic license with DMS every year? Answer: The quick and short answer is yes. The license sometimes, but not always, updates - you should take a minute to double check your license has been updated to avoid delays in billing....
UnitedHealthcare Cuts Prior Authorization Requirements by 30%
Click here to read the full article and original post. UnitedHealthcare (UHC) announced on May 5, 2026, that it will eliminate prior authorization requirements for an additional 30% of healthcare services by the end of 2026. Notably, the list of services being freed...
Table Talk: Are Extremities in Our Scope of Practice?
Question: Are [adjusting] extremities within our scope of practice? Answer: One of the most common questions that arises in chiropractic practice is whether treatment of the extremities falls within the Kentucky scope of practice. The short answer is yes. However,...
Artificial Intelligence and Compliance in Chiropractic
What Helps and What Hurts By Evan M. Gwilliam DC MBA CPC CCPC CPMA CPCOSenior Vice President at Practisync. Artificial intelligence is no longer a “someday” issue for chiropractic. It is already showing up in electronic health record (EHR) templates, predictive text,...
KAC Member Insurance Alert: Humana Medicare Advantage LCD Claim Update May 2026
Humana Medicare Advantage Update KAC has been actively monitoring and advocating on a Humana Medicare Advantage claim processing issue that has affected providers since late 2025. We want to provide members with a full update on where things stand today. Background In...