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Anthem Medicaid contract expiring after December 31, 2024
Effective January 1, 2025, Anthem will no longer participate in Kentucky’s Medicaid Managed Care Program. Anthem will continue to be responsible for proper and timely adjudication of all claims for services rendered to its enrollees until 11:59 p.m. on December 31,...
What Chiropractic Business Owners Need to Know About the Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a federal regulation that may impact your chiropractic business. Whether running a single practice or managing multiple locations, compliance with this law is crucial to avoid significant penalties. Here's what you need to know...
Getting Practice Advice from Social Media: What to Know
With the prevalence of misinformation, outdated advice, and lack of expert opinion on social media, getting practice advice online can sometimes cause more harm than good. So how can you know where to look for help when you need it? It’s important to use discernment...
KAC Leadership Attends ChiroCongress Convention in Denver, CO
Earlier this November, Dr. Sanda Crnkic, President of the Kentucky Association of Chiropractors (KAC), Dr. Kate Baker, KAC First Vice President, and Dr. Rachel Wendt, KAC Executive Director, represented Kentucky’s chiropractic community at the annual ChiroCongress...
Important HIPAA Changes for Chiropractors in 2024
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is ever evolving. Its purpose is to protect patient health information (PHI) from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge. It also sets national standards for electronic...
Better Access to Chiropractic PAC Backs U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans with Digital Ad
https://youtu.be/HrPWb-yncdo?si=G86ovACb8i0UOs7- Molalla, Oregon — 10/22/2024 – The Better Access to Chiropractic PAC (known as BAC PAC) is proud to announce its support for U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-VA2) in her re-election effort and the release of a digital...
Humana Medicare Advantage notice to patients
Some KAC members have contacted us about a Humana Medicare Advantage notice their patients received regarding 2025 coverage changes. The notice, part of the Annual Notice of Changes, highlights updates to the plan but doesn’t reflect full coverage details. It states...
Chiropractors, Be Cautious: Improper Billing Could Result in Significant Financial Penalties
Recently, Healing Place Medical, P.C. and its owner, chiropractor Dr. Gregory Thomas White Jr., had to pay $170,000 to settle allegations of improper billing. The issue? They were accused of billing Medicare for treatments involving the Sanexas device, which weren't...
Corporations and Limited Liability Companies: “FINCEN” Reports due by January 1, 2025
The federal Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires small businesses, including health care practices structured as corporations or PLLCs, to file reports with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Treasury Department. These reports...
Diagnosis Pointing Can Help You Get Paid
By Evan M. Gwilliam, DC, MBA, QMCC, CPC, CCPC, CPMA, CPCO, AAPC FellowPractisync Senior Vice President Reimbursement in healthcare is about conveying that a service was done for good reason. When a provider documents the services delivered during a healthcare...
Reminder – Access your F4CP Member Benefits today!
As a valued member, we want to remind you of the great marketing benefits available to you through the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP)! Make the most of these resources to help boost your practice's visibility and engage with your community. Here’s what’s...
Update on Wellcare Prior Authorization Issues for KAC Members
Update: October 14, 2024 We are pleased to report that, thanks to the swift action of the KAC Insurance Committee, the issue has been resolved. Providers can now submit prior authorizations electronically again, leading to faster approvals and ensuring patients...
From Conflict to Collaboration: Addressing Performance Concerns in the Workplace
As a chiropractor and small business owner, you wear many hats. In addition to providing patient care, you also manage the business side of your practice, including handling employee-related challenges. No business owner wants to address employee issues, but doing so...
Strategies to Avoid Chiropractic Malpractice Claims
Chiropractic malpractice claims can be emotionally and financially draining. Preparing in advance by implementing strategies to avoid them can help you protect your practice and better care for your patients. Key Concepts What is a chiropractic malpractice claim? How...
Kentucky Association of Chiropractors Thanks Dr. Jeff Meyers for 6 Years of Exemplary Leadership as President
Lexington, KY – The Kentucky Association of Chiropractors (KAC) extends its deepest gratitude to Dr. Jeff Meyers for his outstanding service and unwavering dedication during his six-year tenure as president. Under his leadership, Dr. Meyers has been a tireless...