Consultation Codes in Chiropractic: What They Really Mean

In chiropractic practices, the term “consultation” is used in many ways. But when it comes to billing and coding, consultation codes in chiropractic have a very specific meaning—one that often gets misunderstood. Let’s break down what consultation codes in chiropractic actually mean, when you should use them, and why you should proceed with caution. Chiropractors commonly use the word “consultation” to describe two things: The initial visit when gathering a patient’s history A free pre-care…

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KMC University Answer Call | Cash-Based Doesn’t Mean Wild West

Dr. Erin Stubblefield will kick of this month’s Members-Only exclusive Answer Call with a focused discussion on essential compliance requirements relevant to all providers – HIPAA, Medicare compliance, and documentation – to best prepared in case of a regulatory audit. Our members enjoy one hour of continuing education credit (in participating states) per quarter, and we foot the bill! Unfortunately, it’s not included in your level of membership, but we’d be happy to provide you…

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The Medicare Limiting Fee — Not So Limited for Chiropractors

Very often, chiropractors and teams are confused about what can be charged to Medicare patients when it comes to the Limiting fee. In this helpful video, KMC explains the ins and the outs of the limiting fee…and why it’s not so limited for our offices in this profession.

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Informed Consent in Chiropractic: Is a Digital Signature Enough?

Dr. Erin Stubblefield from the KMC University HelpDesk discusses the use of digital consent forms for chiropractors, highlighting that informed consent is more than just obtaining a signature; it’s about clear communication with patients regarding their treatment options. With the legal backing of the ESIGN Act and UETA, chiropractors can use electronic signatures as long as they comply with state laws and HIPAA regulations.

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WEBINAR: Show Me The Money: Know Your Worth in Sports Chiropractic

Whether you’re currently serving athletes or aspiring to break into the sports world, this session is your playbook to getting paid what you’re worth.

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Diagnosis Coupling: With Medicare, Don’t Go Solo!

Ever had a CO-16 denial on your Medicare EOB? Or you got a denial that said your diagnosis codes didn’t match the CPT code? All of this may be because of a lack of proper diagnosis coupling. This HelpDesk video sheds some light on what’s necessary!

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