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New Clinical Practice Guideline for the Chiropractic Management of Cervicogenic and Tension-Type Headaches
Editor’s Note: KAC members receive complementary access to Clinical Compass resources with their KAC membership. To learn more about these resources and how to access them, visit here. Clinical Compass has announced via a press release on February 19, 2026,...
Adjusting Patients Isn’t Enough: Why So Many Chiropractic Practices Are Still Leaving Money on the Table
Let me say something I see every day. Most chiropractors don’t have a patient problem.They have a revenue structure problem. I talk to doctors who are doing everything right: They’re investing in marketing. They’re upgrading systems. They’re building teams. They’re...
KAC Members – Free 24/7 Access to Clinical Compass Resources!
The Kentucky Association of Chiropractors (KAC) is excited to announce an exclusive new member benefit: free, full access to all resources available through The Clinical Compass, a highly regarded evidence-based chiropractic research and guideline...
Recognizing Chiropractic Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Chiropractic care is rewarding, but the daily demands can sometimes leave you feeling drained. This article will help you spot the signs of burnout, understand its impact on your health and practice, and discover practical strategies to prevent and overcome it. By...
Table Talk: Chiropractic License Renewal, What Kentucky Doctors Need to Know
License renewal is more than a deadline on your calendar. It is a legal requirement that protects your ability to practice, bill, and participate in insurance networks. Each year, questions arise about continuing education hours, peer reviewer requirements, and what...
Table Talk: Can You Use a “Free” X-Ray Shredding Service That Reclaims Silver?
KAC Member Question: Several individuals have recently approached practices offering to shred old x-ray films at no cost. They state they are able to reclaim small amounts of silver from the film and therefore do not charge for removal or destruction. Is this legal...
Table Talk: PIP Payments to Patients
KAC Member Question: One of the PIP carriers have started paying patients directly. Does KAC have a template we can use to help ensure PIP payments are directed to our office? Answer: Yes. KAC has developed a customizable Kentucky PIP Direction of Payment template to...
New Federal Privacy Rules for Substance Use Disorder Records, What Kentucky Chiropractors Should Know
A federal compliance deadline is approaching that has raised questions across healthcare. The updated confidentiality rule for Substance Use Disorder, SUD, records under 42 CFR Part 2 must be implemented by February 16, 2026. The rule was finalized by the Substance...
Privacy and Security Enforcement: What Chiropractors Need to Know Now
Rules about privacy and data security are being enforced, and chiropractic offices are feeling the impact. Regulators are no longer just looking at big hospitals or tech companies. Now, small and medium practices are expected to follow the same privacy, security, and...
KAC Member Insurance Alert: Humana Update
Humana Medicare Advantage Update KAC has received a recent update from Humana’s code edit department regarding the Medicare Advantage claim denials that were previously reported. Background on the issue:In late 2025, KAC began receiving reports of Humana Medicare...
Table Talk: T-shirts and advertising
KAC Member Question: I am having shirts made for my staff to wear, and we will also have some available for patients. The shirts will include our company logo and name, “XXX XXX Chiropractic.” Do I need to include the doctor’s name or names on the shirts as well?...
Table Talk: Are ABNs considered a part of the patient’s record?
KAC Member Question: Are Advance Beneficiary Notices (ABNs) considered part of the patient’s medical record? Answer: Short Answer: Yes. ABNs should be maintained as part of the patient’s record. What You Need to Know: An Advance Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage (ABN)...
Electronic Health Records: Patient Safety and Liability Concerns
Laura M. Cascella, MA, CPHRM Health information technology (HIT) has significantly shaped the landscape of modern healthcare, and electronic health records (EHRs) represent one of the most consequential technological advances in recent decades. EHRs have...
Medicare ABN Form Set to Expire January 31, 2026
The Advance Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage (ABN), which must be provided to patients when Medicare may not cover a service, is currently scheduled to expire on January 31, 2026. Chiropractic physicians should be aware that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid...
It’s time to renew your Chiropractic License
Renew Your Kentucky Chiropractic License Before March 1, 2026 All Kentucky licensed doctors of chiropractic must renew their license by March 1, of each year to remain in active status and legally continue practicing in the Commonwealth. The Kentucky Board of...