In his latest Employer Handbook column, HSE partner Benjamin E. Mudrick breaks down the current status of the FTC’s proposed non-compete ban, which was blocked by a federal court and is no longer being pursued. He also highlights a new bill under consideration in New York that could significantly restrict non-compete agreements, with limited exceptions.
This October, chiropractors, students, and corporate partners came together for a weekend filled with education, collaboration, and inspiration. Over three days, doctors earned up to 16 CE credits while exploring fresh perspectives in patient care, practice management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Happy Fall! We wanted to provide a quick update regarding our main legislative priority, our scope modernization bill, as well as invite you to a special webinar featuring our Government Affairs Counsel, Amy Kellogg, on Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Life University honored Kent S. Greenawalt, Chairman and CEO of Foot Levelers, with induction into the Life University Academy of Fellows during Life Vision Extravaganza 2025 on Friday, September 19. The Academy of Fellows distinction recognizes individuals whose service and leadership have significantly advanced Life University and the chiropractic profession.
At Life Vision Extravaganza 2025, Life University presented Foot Levelers, Inc. with the Lifetime Giving Award on Saturday, September 20. The award recognizes the company’s decades of philanthropic support that have strengthened chiropractic education and the profession worldwide, as highlighted in the company’s 2024 Giving Back Annual Report.
Clive, Iowa — (October 2, 2025) — Chiropractical, NCMIC’s monthly podcast for chiropractors, is excited to feature Dr. Alan Sokoloff—better known as “Dr. Sok”—the longtime team chiropractor for the Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles, and a recognized leader in sports chiropractic care.
As of October 1, 2025, the federal government has entered a shutdown due to a lapse in appropriations. While Medicare benefits are considered mandatory spending and payments to providers are expected to continue, there are other ways the shutdown could impact healthcare provider operations, including chiropractic practices in New York State.
Great things are happening in the Chiropractic profession in New York! If you have not heard about the recent updates within the state, we encourage you to reach out to your district leadership and attend a local district event to learn more.
Windows 10 will reach its official end of support on October 14, 2025, after which Microsoft will stop providing technical support, feature updates, and security updates for the operating system. The end of Windows 10 and conversion to Windows 11 is significant for HIPAA purposes.
ICD-10 applies to all parties covered by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), not just providers who bill Medicare or Medicaid. ICD10 diagnosis codes an updated every year. Improper coding will result in a claim denial. Remember, proper coding is essential for documentation, reporting and reimbursement.
Arlington, Va. – The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will celebrate National Chiropractic Health Month this October with the theme “Get Started with Chiropractic.” The campaign will raise awareness of how taking a non-drug approach to pain initially may help you to avoid riskier treatments later.
The NYSCA is pleased to announce that New York State Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Executive Director Steven Scotti and Medical Director Dr. James Tacci will join us at the Fall Convention in Syracuse on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
The newest issue of On the Agenda, NYSCA’s official quarterly publication, is now available! This statewide newsletter offers timely updates on NYSCA activities, policy developments, and issues impacting the chiropractic profession in New York. Whether you're looking for clinical insights, association news, or opportunities to engage, we invite you to take a moment and explore what’s inside.
As part of New York State’s ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable children, recent legislation has expanded training requirements for mandated reporters.
Recently, the NYS Workers' Compensation Board released an updated version of the C-4.3 permanent impairment form. For more information please login to the NYSCA website:
The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) is requiring health care providers to submit the CMS-1500 universal billing form electronically, through a Board-approved electronic submission partner, effective August 1, 2025. Starting that date, the workers’ compensation payer can deny payment of services if the CMS-1500 form was not submitted through a Board-approved electronic submission partner and the Board will not enforce payment.
Don't miss this important deadline and instructions to file for your portion of the multi billion dollar BCBS litigation settlement.
Have you received a UHC Medicare Advantage claim denial indicating 'precertification/ authorization/ notification absent' for cases where clinical submission was not required? Did you follow the correct process? If so, we need redacted examples of cases indicating this disconnect so that Optum and UHC can address this issue.
We are pleased to announce a new member benefit designed to enhance clinical decision-making and support evidence-based chiropractic practice: Free Access to the Clinical Compass Evidence Center, available exclusively to members of our association through participation in the State Association Program.
National Government Services (NGS) wants to share with our providers an urgent issue that has been identified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
