This site uses cookies to improve your experience. To help us insure we adhere to various privacy regulations, please select your country/region of residence. If you do not select a country, we will assume you are from the United States. Select your Cookie Settings or view our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Used for the proper function of the website
Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
Cookie Settings
Cookies and similar technologies are used on this website for proper function of the website, for tracking performance analytics and for marketing purposes. We and some of our third-party providers may use cookie data for various purposes. Please review the cookie settings below and choose your preference.
Strictly Necessary: Used for the proper function of the website
Performance/Analytics: Used for monitoring website traffic and interactions
When documentation is compared to billing, as much as 78% of the time providers were found to be billing for treatment didn’t meet the definition of medical necessity. It all comes down to the documentation. AT vs. GA modifier Documentation for chiropractic spinal adjustments has specific requirements in Medicare Part B.
As it was introduced, the bills wording would have aligned its definition of a healthcare provider with that of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which limits DCs recognition as healthcare providers only to cases involving spinal subluxation confirmed by X-ray.
Onsite digital x-rays: To help diagnose, rule out any serious complications, and aid in a more specialized treatment plan. Document any emerging symptoms to share with your chiropractor. Soft Tissue Therapy: To reduce inflammation and promote healing in muscles and ligaments.
Attorneys rely on your evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, documentation and billing to establish the full extent of medical damages and support settlement demands, making your role indispensable. Functional movement testing highlights range-of-motion deficits or weaknesses, further proving the ongoing impact of the injury. The result?
Evan Katz, a seasoned chiropractor and founder of Professionally Integrated, sheds light on the two pillars of a successful chiropractic practice: patient education and meticulous documentation. Dr. Katz highlights how thorough documentation serves a dual purpose: protecting both chiropractors and their patients. X-rays, MRIs).
He added cozy chairs, soft lighting, even artwork showing people thriving, not just X-rays. RAY FOXWORTH, DC, FICC , is founder and CEO of ChiroHealthUSA. For more than 35 years, he worked “in the trenches” facing challenges with billing, coding, documentation and compliance.
Can you remember all the positive orthopedic tests needed to be documented for tarsal tunnel syndrome? By following specific criteria like tenderness at key spots or the inability to bear weight post-injury, you can confidently decide whether an X-ray is necessary, saving your patient unnecessary radiation exposure and healthcare costs.
These tools include care tools like chiropractic tables and activator adjustment tools as well as technology items like computers, iPads, and X-ray machines. The process involves detailed X-ray analysis to identify the exact misalignment. Here are some of the most popular chiropractic tools.
Winners were picked not only by their apparent beauty and their X-rays but also by their standing posture. Various tools have been used to document posture, including X-ray analysis, plumb line analysis, bilateral scales and photos of a patient standing in front of a grid.
Consider explaining to the patient what will happen during the first exam, such as x-rays or blood tests, or providing a urine specimen so that there are no surprises for the patient upon arrival. The receptionist should inform patients that this paperwork must be filled out before being escorted to the exam room.
Bring along documents and medical history for a comprehensive analysis of your health. Discussing Your Health Concerns and Symptoms During your initial consultation, my goal is to listen carefully to your health concerns, documenting any symptoms indicative of inflammation or dysfunction within your body’s soft tissue structures.
Picture this: You take an X-ray image of a patient’s spine, and instead of spending hours meticulously analyzing every detail, AI algorithms quickly process the image, identifying potential abnormalities or misalignments with remarkable precision. AI also comes to the rescue when it comes to documentation. But fear not!
Fractures are missed and a needless year of suffering is documented here. If you have pain in your big toe joint, and the x-ray shows a bipartite or tripartite sesamoid, discuss the probability that this can be a fracture with your physician. We fracture at weak spots in bone.
This includes X-rays, MRI scans, Patient history, Blood tests, and other diagnostic tests to identify hidden injuries that may not be immediately apparent. Documentation of Injuries Accident doctors also play a crucial role in documenting injuries, which can be invaluable in accident injury cases.
The most important things you can do to help your case are to document all your injuries and seek medical attention as soon as possible. However, these injuries may not show up on an initial X-ray taken in the hours right after the accident. This is where a car accident chiropractor comes in.
Chiropractors are integrating AI-powered diagnostic tools, virtual reality (VR applications), and advanced tools like digital X-rays to improve diagnostic accuracy, treatments, and patient outcomes. In the future, you can expect to see more of these technologies and tools, including: AI-powered diagnostics.
X-rays are a valuable tool in chiropractic practice, offering diagnostic insights and supporting patient education. However, with advancements in technology and evolving clinical practice guidelines, how chiropractors use X-rays has shifted. How do imaging rates for PCPs compare to DCs?
The role of technology in enhancing diagnostic precision Although technological advancements have significantly improved the precision of diagnostics, many DCs are scrutinizing the return on investment of owning an X-ray machine. Assuredly, AI is currently being used by carriers to scrutinize your claims and documentation.
For example, did you know that traditional X-rays and MRIs are being replaced? X-rays were discovered way back in 1895 and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) have been around since the early 1970s. This data was previously unavailable with static X-rays and MRI scans. This is where new technology can help.
Many chiropractors rely exclusively on traditional tools like X-rays, which provide great insights into structural misalignments. Why X-Rays Alone Arent Enough Anymore X-rays have been a staple in chiropractic care for decades, and for good reason. X-rays dont reveal that interference.
Instead of relying solely on X-rays to show structural changes, scans measure the nervous systems functional performance. They might still have a slight misalignment on their X-ray, but if their nervous system is thriving, theyre on the right track. Is their autonomic nervous system balanced?
Why Neurological Scanning Goes Beyond Traditional X-Rays Lets talk about X-rays for a second. X-rays show bones. They can see exactly how their care is working, which builds trust and keeps them coming back. Theyre great for showing structure, but they dont tell you anything about function.
Traditional approaches focused on structure, like spinal misalignments seen on X-rays, have been the backbone of the field for decades. Heres what traditional care offers: Clear diagnostics : Tools like X-rays provide detailed images of spinal structure. Lets face itchiropractic care is evolving.
Why Non-Invasive Diagnostics Are Important Traditional diagnostic methods like X-rays or manual palpation have their place, but they cant measure nervous system function. No radiation or discomfort : Unlike X-rays, non-invasive diagnostics are safe for all patients, including kids and pregnant women.
Shifting the narrative toward functional outcomes means focusing on how patients feel, move, and operate rather than simply on what their X-rays show. Take this practical approach into the clinic: Instead of using scans or X-rays to justify alignment correction, let’s focus on how we can improve the body’s functional performance.
So, how do you assess its health beyond traditional methods like X-rays and manual checks? Unlike traditional diagnostic tools like X-rays, which focus on the structure of the spine, thermal scans show how well the nervous system is functioning and how its being affected by spinal misalignments.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Traditional tools like X-rays provide a structural view of the spine but cannot measure these functional impacts. Kents paper highlights how subluxations lead to dysafferentation (altered sensory input), dyskinesia (movement dysfunction), dysponesis (abnormal muscle activity), and dysautonomia (autonomic imbalances).
Rather than focusing on X-rays with degenerative changes and warning patients about inevitable decline, INSiGHT scans provide a framework for progress. Scans dont just document problemsthey showcase possibilities. Chiropractic stands apart as a proactive and empowering solution.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Its a full-on upgrade for how you understand and care for the nervous system that doesnt just show you the structure (youve already got X-rays for that), it gives you real data on how the nervous system is actually functioning. Were talking muscle tension , nerve interference , and how the body handles stress.
Heres how to use it: Baseline assessments : Start every new patient with an sEMG scan to document their current postural health. How to Use sEMG Data in Your Practice sEMG data isnt just for diagnosticsits a powerful tool for engaging patients and guiding care.
Unlike traditional methods like X-rays , thermal scans provide a real-time snapshot of the bodys response to stress. Fast and efficient: You can get results in minutes. Comprehensive: You get a holistic view of the nervous systems health, not just isolated areas.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
Paraspinal EMG scanning is a popular … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 2 MINS READ Supporting Research Documenting Need for Care with Electromyography By Dr. Christopher Kent and Dr. Patrick Gentempo, Jr.
If youre still only relying on traditional methods like X-rays and manual palpation, youre missing out on whats next. Full Spine Thermography vs. Traditional X-Rays Lets be real for a minutetraditional X-rays are helpful, but they dont tell you everything you need to know about the nervous system.
We organize all of the trending information in your field so you don't have to. Join 5,000+ users and stay up to date on the latest articles your peers are reading.
You know about us, now we want to get to know you!
Let's personalize your content
Let's get even more personalized
We recognize your account from another site in our network, please click 'Send Email' below to continue with verifying your account and setting a password.
Let's personalize your content