issue-17-2016 Archives - Chiropractic Economics

Avoid a HIPAA audit with a security risk analysis

Ted A. Arkfeld November 2, 2016

Legal Ease | When the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) became effective on April 14, 2001, there were no HIPAA police per se. But revisions of the HIPAA rules throughout the past decade haven’t stirred most DCs toward compliance with HIPAA privacy and security rules.

It’s possible to retire in 5 years or less, at any age

Garrett B. Gunderson November 1, 2016

Money Management | What if the financial planners are wrong? What if you didn’t have to wait 30 to 35 years to retire? And what if you didn’t have to sacrifice your standard of living to max-out your 401(k) or IRA contributions every year?

Meet the new ICD-10 codes and prepare for increased documentation audits

Evan M. Gwilliam, DC, MBA October 31, 2016

Coding Keys | The ICD-10 codes changed for 2017 and include 1,974 311 deleted codes, and 425 revised codes. Most chiropractors, fortunately, are only affected by about 70 of these changes—none of which are groundbreaking. But you should be aware of these changes because using deleted codes will result in denied claims.

Providing your patients with weight loss support is a natural fit for DCs

Mark Sanna, DC October 28, 2016

Wellness Approach | As a chiropractor, you are very aware of the detrimental effects on the spine and joints that result from carrying extra weight. If you desire to approach health from a holistic perspective, failing to address needed weight loss will send patients an inconsistent message.

How to take the right approach with massage therapy

Steven Brown October 27, 2016

Practice Central | Ten years ago, Geoff Ricchio, DC, published a controversial article titled “Creating a Profitable Massage Therapy Program.” The advice it contained infuriated many massage therapists, and for good reason.

Why topical comfrey deserves a spot in your chiropractic practice

Holly Lucille October 25, 2016

Clinical Concerns | Beyond the safe, natural and effective oral preparations for pain and inflammation, there is an increasing need for practitioners—and their patients—for a pain-reducing and healing topical aid. But finding the right fit to take care of all the sprains, strains, and abrasions that come your way can be a challenge.

How to help athletes reach the pinnacle of their potential

Daniel Sosnoski October 24, 2016

Feature | From Pee Wee to varsity to professional sports, athletes at every level face similar challenges; namely, they want to perform at their best and avoid injuries on the field. And when the inevitable damage does occur, whether from accidents or overtraining, they look to get back in the game as fast as possible. In this situation, the doctor of chiropractic is often the essential solution.