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Why DCs need cannabinoid therapy education

Chiropractic Economics

The educational gap between healthcare professionals and cannabinoid therapeutics is significant. Additionally, discussing cannabinoids openly with patients fosters trust and allows for accurate diagnosis and treatment. This all contributes to the educational gap between healthcare professionals and cannabinoid therapeutics.

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CPT Code 97018: Application of a Modality to One or More Areas; Paraffin Bath

ChiroTouch

Chiropractors should use CPT code 97018 when providing paraffin bath therapy to patients with conditions such as: Arthritis Tendonitis Muscle strains Joint stiffness Paraffin bath therapy can help alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility in affected areas, so be sure to document these goals in your paperwork. Modifier 76.

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CPT Code 97022: Application of a Modality to One or More Areas; Whirlpool

ChiroTouch

This is used to indicate a repeat procedure or service by the same physician or qualified healthcare professional. What Are the Billing Guidelines and Documentation Requirements Specific to This Code? Documenting the location, duration, and frequency of whirlpool use. Staying updated on coding regulations.

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Integrating Massage and Chiropractic Care: Your Path to Comprehensive Holistic Wellness

Any Spine

Healthcare professionals often suggest incorporating regular massage sessions after chiropractic adjustments to enhance the body’s absorption of essential vitamins and accelerate tissue repair. It involves incorporating behavior changes that support the medical diagnosis and scope of practice provided by health professionals.

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Expert analysis: Did cervical spine manipulation cause the death of Katie May?

Chiropractic Economics

Information for the case report came from publicly available documents in the November 24, 2020, Appendix of Declarations and Evidence in Support of Plaintiffs Opposition to Defendants Motion for Summary Adjudication.5 14 Chiropractic researcher Sidney Rubinstein co-authored the IFOMPT document. and Whedon, et al., hours after CSM.12

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What you need to know about the new 2025 ICD-10 codes for chiropractic

Chiropractic Economics

Choosing a diagnosis code based on intuition alone is insufficient.The clinical rationale for each diagnosis must be clearly written, included in your care plan and recorded in the patients chart notes. Contributory conditions should be documented. Without such documentation accurate coding cannot be achieved.

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Collaborative care in an integrated practice

Chiropractic Economics

An increasing number of healthcare professionals recognize the benefits of collaboration. State board inspectors and federal agencies have increasingly scrutinized medical directors who fail to document their services or who lack an active role in the practice.