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Breaking Language Barriers and Growing Chiropractic in Hispanic Communities

How to Read Your P&L Statement (and How Often You Should)

Well-managed bank and credit card statements are your practice’s ticket to a reliable profit and loss statement. Here’s a primer on some key terms and equations. A business’s profit and loss (P&L) statement is one of its most crucial living documents, so-called...

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Important Medicare Notice

Important Medicare Notice

CMS reported that a data breach in May 2023 occurred with one of CMS’ contractors.  As a result, about 612,000 Medicare beneficiaries were affected.  CMS is contacting the affected Medicare beneficiaries to change their Medicare MBI number and...

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Chiropractic Burnout: What to Look For, What to Do About It

Chiropractic Burnout: What to Look For, What to Do About It

Every day, you focus on restoring your patients back to wellbeing with expert chiropractic adjustments. While it’s rewarding, the work can take its toll on you. It’s a strain on your body and also on your mind. After all, when you work as closely with patients as you...

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Breaking Language Barriers and Growing Chiropractic in Hispanic Communities

Risks and Benefits of Selling to a Corporate Buyer

Passing your practice to a corporation could mean renewed growth and opportunities. It could also be a step backward. Consider these pros and cons before selling to a corporate buyer. The Benefits Greater Expansion and Compensation Opportunities Joining a corporate...

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CareSource Update for Kentucky Chiropractors

CareSource Update for Kentucky Chiropractors

We continue to meet with CareSource monthly on your behalf to ensure the new chiropractic policies have a smooth implementation process. In our latest meeting with CareSource, we learned that they have updated their copay policy so only 1 copay will apply per day of...

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Breaking Language Barriers and Growing Chiropractic in Hispanic Communities

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%...

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Obituary: Michael Hafford Johnson

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...

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Common Pitfalls in Your First Year of Practice

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...

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Breaking Language Barriers and Growing Chiropractic in Hispanic Communities

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...

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CareSource Update for Kentucky Chiropractors

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...

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Obituary: Michael Hafford Johnson

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”;...

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Important Medicare Notice

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...

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2023 Kentucky Legislative Recap

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...

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