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ACA Legislative Alert Bulletin 1: Important Medicare Payment Issue
by ACA Government Relations
2/18/2014 9:02:42 AM
In order to maximize the profession’s advocacy activities at the National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC 2014), the ACA is coordinating an advance online grassroots campaign in an effort to “soften the beachhead,” when the ground forces arrive in Washington for Capitol Hill visits on February 27th.
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New EHR Attestation Deadline for Eligible Professionals: March 31, 2014
by McClelland Consulting LLC
2/10/2014 2:33:05 PM
CMS is extending the deadline for eligible professionals to attest to meaningful use for the Medicare EHR Incentive Program 2013 reporting year from 11:59 pm ET on February 28, 2014 to 11:59 pm ET March 31, 2014. This extension will allow more time for providers to submit their meaningful use data and receive an incentive payment for the 2013 program year, as well as avoid the 2015 payment adjustment
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NBCE begins practice analysis survey
by NBCE.org
1/28/2014 11:54:29 AM
The NBCE has just begun mailing surveys to more than 10,000 randomly selected chiropractic practitioners throughout the United States. It is critical that those who receive the survey complete and return it as quickly as possible, either by mail or online.
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Recent Important Victories for the Chiropractic Profession
by Dr. Keith S. Overland, President, American Chiropractic Association
12/18/2013 10:58:30 AM
The 2014 Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan, as authorized by the Federal Employees Health Benefits law, has announced that effective January 1, 2014 it will "now cover any licensed medical practitioner for covered services performed within the scope of that license, as required by Section 2706(a) of the Public Health Service Act (PHSA).
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Medicare Carrier Advisory Committee (CAC) Updates - Follow-Up
by Mariangela Penna, DC, NY CAC Representative
12/11/2013 2:19:22 PM
Following our release of the fee schedule increase for Medicare codes 98940,-41 and -42 there seemed to be some disappointment in the overall results. We would like to take this opportunity to further address your concerns.
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Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Doctor of Chiropractic in United Healthcare Lawsuit
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
12/5/2013 10:28:31 AM
A New Jersey federal judge has ruled that a doctor of chiropractic (DC) may pursue his overpayment allegations against UnitedHealthcare (United) even though his patients are no longer insured by the company. The ruling says patients are still subject to the health insurer's overpayment recoupment procedures.
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Medicare Carrier Advisory Committee (CAC) Updates
by Mariangela Penna, DC, NY CAC Representative
12/3/2013 3:29:24 PM
Today the NYSCA Medicare subcommittee participated in a Medicare Carrier Advisory Committee (CAC) call with the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). We are pleased to report the highlights from that call.
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ACA Offers ICD-10 Resources and Online Toolkit
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
11/8/2013 2:13:14 PM
In anticipation of the switch to ICD-10 coding in the United States next year, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has created an online toolkit with resources to help all chiropractic physicians understand and prepare for the transition.
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NYSCA News
NYSCA 2013 Fall Convention Summary
by NYSCA Staff Writer
10/31/2013 10:09:10 PM
We had a great turnout and terrific convention. All who attended the NYSCA Fall Convention enjoyed a great round of presentations, updates, and information. For our members who were unable to attend, we missed you. Here are the highlights:
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NYSCA News
What Have We Done For You Lately?
by NYSCA Staff Writer
9/30/2013 11:09:27 AM
Being a NYSCA member has many tangible benefits. In addition to these, being a member also supports your profession by funding the operation of various committees, headed by volunteers who work to advocate for your interests. The NYSCA Committees have submitted the following report of their recent activities for your review.
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Insurance News
CMS Enrollment Period Extended Through January 31, 2014
by MCCLELLAND CONSULTING LLC
12/3/2013 12:25:51 PM
Due to the later than usual release of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule, CMS is extending their 2014 annual participation enrollment period through January 31, 2014. The effective date for any participation status changes elected by providers during the extension remains January 1, 2014.
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Insurance News
CMS to Significantly Increase Value of Chiropractic CPT Codes in 2014
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
12/3/2013 10:12:12 AM
The ACA has learned that CMS will increase the value of CMT CPT® codes up to 10 percent in the 2014 Physician Fee Schedule beginning Jan. 1. The change comes after ACA provided CMS-appointed coding committees with key information about the physician-level work involved in the procedures.
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Insurance News
Medicare Update: Ordering X-rays through a radioligist
by Insurance Committee
11/7/2013 1:08:41 PM
An article in the Medicare MLN Matters from National Government Services on April 9, 2013 indicated that the restriction of chiropractors referring to radiologists as the ordering physician on Medicare beneficiary x-rays was changed. An inquiry was sent to the ACA regarding this policy change.
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CMS Announces Part B Deductible for 2014
by press@cms.hhs.gov
10/31/2013 2:56:54 PM
The 2014 Medicare deductible has been announced—it is unchanged from 2013. The Part B deductible for 2014 is $147.00 for all Part B beneficiaries. The NYSCA will continue monitoring for changes in Medicare and will continue to advocating for changes based on your input.
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Insurance News
NYSCA & Council Attend Successful Meeting with NYS WCB Staff
by Joint Legislative Task Force
10/3/2013 10:23:44 AM
Association representatives from the Council and NYSCA, along with their lobbyists, had a productive meeting with the WCB executive director and policy/research staff on September 24. Below is a summary of our discussion:
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Insurance News
Jurisdiction K Part B Prepayment Audit Results for CPT Code 98941
by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
9/16/2013 3:05:01 PM
A service-specific prepayment audit was conducted by the National Government Services Medical Review Department for Jurisdiction K (JK) Part B claims in Connecticut and New York. The audit focused on claims billed with CPT code 98941, (chiropractic manipulative treatment [CMT], spinal, 3-4 regions). During this audit, documentation was reviewed to adjudicate claims for payment based on the LCD and Medicare coverage guidelines. The following results are based upon the completion of the review for JK Part B.
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Insurance News
ICD-10 Possibilities for Chiropractic Physicians
by Evan M. Gwilliam, DC, CPC, NCICS, CCPC, CCCPC
8/15/2013 9:55:16 AM
In March 2013, ACA held its National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) in Washington, D.C. As the director of education for the Chiro- Code Institute, Evan M. Gwilliam, DC - director of education and consulting for ChiroCode Institute - was invited to speak at the NCLC educational symposium on the subject of ICD-10 preparation.
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College News
NYCC Graduates 101 Doctors of Chiropractic
by New York Chiropractic College
12/12/2013 3:50:07 PM
On Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 10:00 am, New York Chiropractic College held commencement exercises in the Standard Process Health and Fitness Center conferring degrees to 101 Doctors of Chiropractic. The event also marked the first commencement wherein 24 graduates of NYCC’s Bachelor of Professional Studies program were recognized.
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Chiropractic In The News
Chiropractic Physicians Appointed to New AMA Quality, Safety Committees
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
12/3/2013 5:07:28 PM
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is pleased to announce that Christine Goertz, DC, PhD and George B. McClelland, DC, have been appointed by the American Medical Association (AMA)-convened Physician Consortium for Performance Improvement® (PCPI®) to serve on two newly assembled committees designed to advance patient quality of care and safety.
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Also In The News
Nonverbal Interpersonal Interactions in Clinical Encounters and Patient Perceptions of Empathy
by Enid Montague, Ping-yu Chen, Jie Xu, Betty Chewning & Bruce Barrett
10/17/2013 1:49:32 PM
The relationship between nonverbal behaviors and patient perceptions of clinicians has been underexplored. The aim of this study was to understand the relationship between nonverbal communication behaviors (eye contact and social touch) to patient assessments of clinician (empathy, connectedness, and liking).
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Also In The News
HIPAA - Protecting Patient Privacy
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
10/16/2013 11:18:56 AM
On January 25, 2013, The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published it’s long awaited Final Rule (Omnibus Rule). Below you will find information and resources to help you understand and comply with HIPAA regulations.
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Chiropractic In The News
JAMA Suggests Chiropractic for Low Back Pain
by American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
5/14/2013 2:16:04 PM
Chiropractic Physicians Provide Natural Alternatives for Pain Treatment, Injury Prevention
An article in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) suggests patients try chiropractic services for the treatment of low back pain.
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