The 3 new codes for concussion identify a concussion with unknown loss of consciousness and include… Are you aware of the new 2023 ICD-10 codes for concussion? The previous coding for concussion only identified no loss of consciousness, loss of Read more…
Medicare Advantage plans (Medicare Part C.) covers chiropractic care; however, patients must first enroll in traditional Medicare, then choose a Medicare Advantage plan. Does Medicare Part C cover chiropractic care? Medicare Advantage plans (Medicare Part C.) covers chiropractic care; however, Read more…
Chiropractic active treatment is covered by Medicare Part B coverage and is considered medically necessary. What is the Medicare Part B chiropractic coverage? Medicare Part B, (original Medicare) covers chiropractic care but is limited to chiropractic spinal manipulation for active Read more…
A variety of healthcare providers deliver care through integrative medicine including chiropractors, acupuncturists, massage therapists, and more. Are you thinking about building an integrative practice? A variety of healthcare providers deliver care through integrative medicine including chiropractors, acupuncturists, massage therapists, Read more…
85% of Americans will have back pain, and approximately $11 billion per year is spent on operations to relieve back pain. Is back surgery a ‘BOOMING’ business? 85% of Americans will have back pain, and approximately $11 billion per year Read more…
There are several new codes this year, specifically identifying spinal regions for… Are you keeping up with the new ICD-10 codes effective October 1st, 2022? There are several new codes this year, specifically identifying spinal regions for Spinal Wasting and Read more…
For the lower back, here are the new codes added (not replacing) to specifically identify annulus fibrosus defect (disc) of the lumbar and lumbosacral spines. Are you ready for the new ICD-10 updates effective October 1, 2022? For the lower Read more…
Every October 1st brings additions and deletions to the ICD-10 codes and although these are 2023 codes, the effective date is October 1, 2022. Are you on top of the diagnosis code updates for 2023? Every October 1st brings additions Read more…
Educating your patients is one of the best practice approaches to back pain care. Why are back pain suffers choosing surgery as a quick fix? Surgery does not always eliminate back pain and restore function. A healthy spine requires stable, Read more…
Medicare’s documentation requirements for manipulation are a bit more specific… Are your Medicare claims for manipulation being denied? Medicare’s documentation requirements for manipulation are a bit more specific. Medicare Documentation must include: 1. History: Review of chief complaints 2. Physical Read more…