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How to Talk to Patients About the Cost of Care
Americans are paying more than ever for health care. Since 2000, the price of medical care, including services provided, as well as insurance, drugs, and medical equipment, has increased by 115.1%. In contrast, prices for all consumer goods and services rose by 78.2%...
Obituary: Michael Hafford Johnson
March 10, 1965 - May 24, 2023 It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Michael Hafford Johnson on May 24, 2023. Dr. Michael Hafford Johnson, D.C., 58, of Bowling Green went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2023. The Taylor, MI...
Common Pitfalls in Your First Year of Practice
A chiropractor’s first 12 months in practice can be a shaky time. “What do I do?” is the big question, but “What don’t I do?” is arguably more important. Review our preventative tips to avoid some rookie mistakes. Careless Compliance and Documentation Even the most...
HR Risks for Small Business
What’s the biggest HR risk in any business? The answer is a lack of awareness among the HR staff members themselves regarding the numerous in-house threats to smooth operations. Let’s discuss some of the most common HR risks for small businesses and what can be done...
May 2023 CareSource Update for Chiropractors
CareSource was mandated by the Division of Insurance to pay all chiropractic claims dating back to January 1, 2021. This resulted in over $1M paid to chiropractors in the state of Kentucky as a direct result of the work of the KAC Insurance Committee. Read about that...
Act now on the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act (H.R. 1610 / S. 799)
The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act (H.R. 1610 / S. 799) will allow Medicare beneficiaries access to the chiropractic profession’s broad-based, non-drug approach to pain management, which includes manual manipulation of the spine and...
Obituary: George Pellegrin McAndrews
July 29, 1935 ~ April 7, 2023 (age 87) Obituary Known fondly as “Papa George” to his 21 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, George Pellegrin McAndrews passed away peacefully on Good Friday, April 7, 2023, surrounded by his wife of 59 years, Katharine (“Kathy”;...
New ABN released
The ABN, Form CMS-R-131, and form instructions are expiring as of June 30, 2023. The NEW ABN form has been issued by CMS. The use of the renewed form with the expiration date of 01/31/2026 will be mandatory on 6/30/23. You may...
2023 Kentucky Legislative Recap
The 2023 Legislative Session has adjourned Sine Die until January 2nd, 2024, unless otherwise called into extraordinary session by the governor. During this 30-day session, there were 876 bills introduced. Of those 876 bills that have been filed, only 178 were passed...
Mental Health – What to Do When Your Employees Aren’t OK
Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace Report 2022 revealed that workplace stress is at an all-time high. This stress is compounded with growing employee sadness, loss of hope, and even anger, with just 21% of employees engaged at work and 33% thriving in terms of...
Insurance update regarding CareSource and new policies effective 4/1/2023
We have continued to consistently meet with CareSource over the last two (plus) years. In October 2022, we had no choice but to engage the Division of Insurance to help us work on our issues chiropractors are facing. Since October, we want to report the outcome of the...
The Most Important Conversation in your Office
Insurance premiums have increased, the number of covered services has diminished, and deductibles have never been higher. Some of our patients are forced to make decisions about their health based on what they can afford, not what they need. A 2022 Kaiser Family...
It’s time to renew your chiropractic license!
On December, 2, 2022 – the Kentucky Board of Chiropractic Examiners sent out their license renewal reminder – see email below. Remember, you need to complete 12 hours of continuing education – 6 which must be obtained at an in-person event. The remaining 6 hours can...
Updated 2023 Medicare Fee Schedule for Chiropractors
We originally posted all things related to 2023 Medicare Fee Schedule here. This article is a reflection of the updated Medicare Fee Schedule after congress passed the Omnibus bill late 2022. The current fees are reflected below. Most chiropractors are in a...
How Are You Investing in Your Most Valuable Asset?
Employees are your practice's most important assets. Yet the average CA only stays at a practice for 18 -24 months, based on our experience working with thousands of clinics nationwide. Many small businesses are paying the price for not making training a priority....