issue-14-2016 Archives - Chiropractic Economics

Are you making HIPAA compliance a priority in your practice?

Brandy Brimhall September 13, 2016

Legal Ease | In late 2015, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) called for the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to strengthen enforcement efforts of compliance standards, including compliance with HIPAA Privacy and HIPAA Security guidelines. This request came after the release of healthcare compliance- related studies, which demonstrated significant vulnerability to patients, providers, and practices.

What is the best entity for operating a chiropractic practice?

Mark E. Battersby September 12, 2016

Money Management | To achieve maximum success, structure your practice correctly. For tax purposes, the predominant types of enterprise structures are the regular C corporation, its pass-through small-business cousin, the S corporation, a partnership, limited liability company (LLC), or sole practitioner (akin to the sole proprietorship).

The adventures of bad chiropractic websites

Drew Stevens, PhD September 9, 2016

Marketing Matters | One of the most important duties in every chiropractic practice is building a client base. You must create a host of activities that bring new patients into your practice. This process is known as integrated marketing, and it aims at creating awareness and helping to build your brand.

Why incorporating nutrition and chiropractic just makes sense

Jennifer Franco September 8, 2016

Practice Central | The definition of chiropractic is, according to D.D. Palmer, “The art, science, and philosophy of all things natural.” The philosophy of chiropractic reaches beyond its own profession and into all natural healthcare modalities.

How adrenal fatigue diminishes libido and how to fix it

Brenda Slovin, DC September 7, 2016

Research Result | There are many things that affect one’s love life including lack of sleep, toxins, and job or home stress. A decrease in libido is often traced to excess stress, which has an impact on the adrenal glands.

Seize the opportunities in occupational safety and ergonomic consulting

Amy Stankiewicz September 1, 2016

Feature | Work-related injuries are nothing new— over the years, workers’ compensation costs have continued to soar for companies of nearly any size and in virtually every industry. Not surprisingly, these companies continue to search for new and innovative ways to alleviate work-related injuries and make their employees more productive, engaged, and healthy. How can a chiropractor’s knowledge and expertise step in to help?