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New Systematic Review Shows Chiropractic Care Leads to Lower Healthcare Costs for Spinal Pain
PRESS RELEASE In a recent systematic review study by Farabaugh et al. featured in Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, compelling findings underscored the value of chiropractic care for patients experiencing spine-related musculoskeletal pain. The study revealed that...
Unlocking the Power of AI: Meet ChiroAI™️ Powered by CHUSA
Author: Ray Foxworth, DC, FICC In the fast-paced world of technology, communication is evolving at an unprecedented rate. One of the revolutionary advancements in this field is the advent of ChatGPT, a cutting-edge language model developed by OpenAI. This powerful...
Understanding the Cost of Malpractice Insurance for Chiropractors
Chiropractic care is becoming an increasingly popular choice for U.S. patients. In fact, 1 million adjustments are made every day in this country! Since 2017, the chiropractic industry has grown nearly 13%. As the field continues to expand, so...
Cost of chiropractic versus medical management of adults with spine-related musculoskeletal pain: a systematic review
Abstract Background The cost of spine-related pain in the United States is estimated at $134.5 billion. Spinal pain patients have multiple options when choosing healthcare providers, resulting in variable costs. Escalation of costs occurs when downstream costs are...
Transform Reimbursement for Chiropractic Care through the CPI Survey
A Clinician Practice Information (CPI) Survey has been emailed to 333 random chiropractors who have an exclusive opportunity to provide critical information regarding the cost of practice. Because the sample is small, it is critically important that those who...
Navigating Legal Requirements When Hiring Independent Contractors
Hiring independent contractors for a chiropractic office can offer flexibility and specialized expertise. Still, it comes with a set of legal considerations that must be carefully addressed. From compliance with healthcare regulations to proper classification,...
Important reminder: The correct original claim number must be included if submitting a corrected claim
Anthem March 12, 2024 - Anthem Provider Communications When we receive a corrected claim and it doesn’t have the original claim number, or the original claim number is not correctly entered, we are not able to process it because we’re not able to connect it to the...
UPDATED 2024 Medicare Fee Schedule for Chiropractors
Each year CMS updates their fees. The current fees are reflected below. Most chiropractors are in a non-facility setting. MARCH 12, 2024 NOTE: THIS PAGE HAS BEEN UPDATED WITH THE NEW FEE SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE 3.9.2024 Medicare Fees Increase by 1.68% as of March 9, 2024...
Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan Announces StudentTravel Stipends for ACC-RAC Conference 2024
Celebrating Academic Excellence and Advancing Chiropractic Research Molalla, OR – January 22, 2024 – Chiropractic Future is thrilled to announce the recipients of the esteemed student travel stipends for the upcoming ACC-RACConference in 2024. This initiative...
Transform Reimbursement for Chiropractic Care through the CPI Survey
A Clinician Practice Information (CPI) Survey has been emailed to 333 random chiropractors who have an exclusive opportunity to provide critical information regarding the cost of practice. Because the sample is small, it is critically important that those who...
Master’s students aspire to transform chiropractic health care
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Students in the Master’s in Business Analytics and Data Science program (MS BAnDS) in Oklahoma State University's Spears School Business are at the midpoint of a two-semester long project, which is aimed at building a data lake of millions...
Changing Malpractice Insurance Carriers: A Comprehensive Guide
Switching malpractice carriers can seem overwhelming and complicated. However, it’s often a necessary step to ensure you are getting the coverage you need at the best price. This article covers common reasons chiropractors might want to switch malpractice insurance...
Are You Using Social Media Compliantly in Your Practice?
Social media has become integral to our daily lives, transforming how we communicate, share information, and connect with others. Chiropractic practices have recognized the importance of engaging with patients and the public through social media platforms. While the...
Chiropractic Billing and Coding Tips
Chiropractic billing and coding can be a complex and time-consuming task. However, it’s essential to ensure that you get paid for your services. This article provides tips and best practices for chiropractic billing and coding that can help increase efficiency and...
The Dangers of Billing Under Another Provider’s NPI Number
Recently, in a Facebook group, the question arose about whether it was okay for the associate doctor in a practice to bill for services under the owner's NPI number. The range of responses surprised me and made me aware that many providers largely misunderstand the...