August 11, KCA Weekly Update
The new kansaschiro.com is live.
Same address, brand new site. Navigation organized around Community, Advocacy, Resources, and Education. New tools worth knowing about: a Find Your Legislator address lookup, an Action Center that drafts your advocacy emails for you, a full CE course catalog, a members-only Governance page with the Bylaws, Policies and Procedures, and Board minutes, and an expanded FAQ with a new Legal FAQ section. It’s also far easier to use on a phone.
Take a look at kansaschiro.com — and tell us what you think at travis@kansaschiro.com.
While you’re there, visit kansaschiro.com/fall for the 2026 KCA Fall Convention, September 25–26 in Wichita: 20 hours of Category I CE, the KCA Annual Meeting, full agenda, pricing, and hotel block, all on one page. Registration is included with KCA Plus membership.
Remembering Dr. Dean Dierksen and Supporting His Family
We are saddened to share that Dr. Dean Dierksen passed away this weekend following a long and courageous battle with brain cancer.
Dean was a pillar of strength for his family and community. Since his diagnosis in 2019, he and his family faced an incredibly difficult journey that included numerous health challenges and, most recently, a critical hospitalization at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Throughout his career, Dean cared for countless patients through his chiropractic clinics in Kansas and Missouri. His impact reached well beyond the walls of his practices, and his loss will be deeply felt by his family, friends, patients, colleagues, and the communities he served.
Dean had been unable to work since September, and his family devoted their resources to his care, including treatments that were not covered by insurance. While Dean’s fight has ended, the financial burden his family has carried has not.
We encourage the KCA community to continue supporting Dean’s family during this incredibly difficult time. Contributions can help ease some of the financial strain they now face and allow them to focus on grieving, healing, and supporting one another.
Please keep Dean’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers. Any support you can provide will be deeply appreciated as they navigate the difficult days ahead.
Is Outsourced Billing the Right Fit for Your Practice?
Do you like supervising every detail of your revenue cycle, or would you rather hand off the minutia to someone else? The answer to one of the biggest operational decisions a chiropractic practice can make isn’t as simple as picking the “better” model. It comes down to whether your expectations actually match the approach you choose.
Read on to find out which questions to ask yourself before deciding, and why getting the fit right matters more than which option you pick.
Registration for our Fall Convention is Now Open!
September 25-26, 2026
Hughes Metropolitan Complex
Wichita, KS
Join us in Wichita for a weekend of education and networking at the 2026 KCA Fall Convention. Attendees can earn up to 20 CE hours (16 live, 4 on-demand) while connecting with fellow chiropractors from across Kansas.
We’re excited to announce our second speaker in our Fall Convention line-up: Dr. Taylor Premer. Dr. Premer is a nationally recognized chiropractor, educator, and speaker
with over 10 years of experience helping athletes return to the playing field
quickly and safely. As co-creator of the Pain to Performance Pathway™, he
teaches chiropractors and rehab professionals how to implement modern,
gym-integrated models that improve outcomes and expand freedom in practice. Join his morning session on Saturday, September 26th, Game-Time Decisions: Modern Management of Acute Athletic Injuries. Participants will explore clinical assessment, return-to-play decision-making, injury-specific management, and hands-on techniques for common athletic injuries, including ankle and knee presentations.
New KCA Gold Sponsor: NCMIC
We’re proud to welcome NCMIC as a Gold Sponsor. Their continued support helps us serve our members and advance the chiropractic profession
NCMIC was established in 1946 by chiropractors. Today, we are More Than Malpractice with 25 insurance and financial products from business coverage to credit card processing and equipment loans, designed to help Doctors grow their practices. 80 years later, one thing hasn’t changed: at NCMIC, We Take Care of Our Own.
Support H.R. 539
he Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act (H.R. 539) continues to gain bipartisan support in Congress. If passed, the bill would expand Medicare coverage for services provided by Doctors of Chiropractic and improve access to care for Medicare beneficiaries.
There is currently a limited opportunity to demonstrate support for this legislation. Chiropractors are encouraged to contact their members of Congress.
How You Can Help
Learn More and Take Action
Visit the resources below to:
- Learn more about H.R. 539
- See whether your U.S. Representative is a co-sponsor
- Access pre-written messages to contact your elected officials
Spread the Word
Please consider sharing this information with your colleagues and professional networks. Congressional offices pay attention when they hear from constituents, and broad participation helps demonstrate support for modernizing Medicare coverage.
If you would like to support H.R. 539, please take a few minutes to contact your Representative.
Thank you for your continued advocacy on behalf of the chiropractic profession and the patients we serve.
Are You Leaving Money on the Table?
Many chiropractors assume declining profitability is the result of lower reimbursements. According to Dr. Ray Foxworth, the real issue may be much closer to home.
In this article, Dr. Foxworth shares findings from a multi-state review of chiropractic fee schedules that found more than 43% of clinic charges were below the amounts allowed by workers’ compensation fee schedules. The biggest source of lost revenue wasn’t adjustments, it was undercharging for examinations and evaluations that reflect a chiropractor’s clinical expertise.
The article serves as a reminder to periodically review your fee schedule and ensure it reflects the value of the care you provide. If it has been years since you evaluated your fees, you may be surprised by what you find.
Read the full article to learn where practices most commonly undercharge and why a simple fee review could uncover opportunities to improve collections without seeing more patients or adding new services.
Evaluation and Treatment of the Upper Cervical Spine
with Dr. Logan Null, DC, DCCJP
Join the KCA KC Metro District for a hands-on clinical seminar focused on the evaluation and treatment of the upper cervical spine. In this 4-hour Category 1 continuing education program, Dr. Logan Null will review the anatomy, biomechanics, and clinical significance of the upper cervical region, along with practical assessment and adjusting procedures that can be incorporated into everyday practice.
Participants will learn how to identify common upper cervical dysfunctions, perform appropriate examination procedures, correlate clinical findings, and apply specific adjusting techniques designed to improve patient outcomes. Emphasis will be placed on clinical decision-making, patient safety, and the effective management of conditions commonly associated with upper cervical involvement.
Whether you are looking to refine your adjusting skills or strengthen your understanding of upper cervical evaluation, this seminar will provide practical knowledge and techniques that can be immediately applied in practice.
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Cleveland University-Kansas City
10850 Lowell Ave
Overland Park, KS 66210
Continuing Education: 4 Hours Category 1 CE
Registration Fees:
- KCA Plus Members: Free
- KCA Members: $50
- Students: $50
- Non-Members: $100
Space may be limited. Advance registration is recommended.
KCA Exempt Rad Tech Program Now Available Online
The Kansas Chiropractic Association is pleased to announce that its 12-hour Kansas radiology technology course is now available online at KansasChiro.com.
Developed by Dr. Steven Gould, DC, DACBR, and Dr. Travis Oller, DC, KCA Executive Director, the program provides required radiology education for chiropractic assistants, medical assistants, nurses, and other eligible individuals who take X-rays under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.
Kansas law provides a licensure exemption for certain individuals performing radiologic technology procedures when they work under appropriate supervision, receive training in the proper use of the equipment, and complete 12 credits of qualifying continuing education each year. The KCA program is designed to fulfill the 12-hour annual educational requirement for exempt radiologic technology personnel working in Kansas chiropractic offices.
Complete the Training Online
The new online format makes it easier to complete and document the required training. Participants can work through all 12 hours of instruction at their own pace through the KCA learning platform.
The course includes:
- Twelve hours of radiology education presented by Dr. Steven Gould
- Recorded instruction and accompanying presentation materials
- Knowledge assessments and course evaluations
- Online tracking of completed modules
- A printable certificate of completion
Participants must watch each course module in its entirety and complete any associated quiz, evaluation, or credit form. After completing all 12 hours, participants can download and print a certificate for their records.
Kansas regulations generally require continuing education documentation to be retained for at least three years. The new certificate system gives participants and supervising practitioners a convenient way to document completion.
Annual Completion is Required
Exempt radiologic technology personnel must complete this 12-hour course every year to maintain certification. Participants should retain each annual certificate of completion as documentation of compliance.
Completing the course does not replace other applicable requirements, including appropriate supervision and proper training in the use of the X-ray equipment. Participants and supervising practitioners remain responsible for complying with all Kansas laws and regulations governing radiologic technology procedures.
Legacy Training Programs End August 1, 2026
The new online program will replace all previous versions of KCA’s Exempt Rad Tech training.
Effective August 1, 2026, certificates will no longer be issued for any legacy training program. This includes the previous online course system and the older videotape/VCR-based training program.
Anyone currently completing a legacy version of the training must finish the program and obtain the appropriate certificate before August 1, 2026. After that date, participants needing a certificate must complete the course through the new KCA online learning platform.
How to Enroll
Visit the KCA online course catalog and enroll in the 12-Hour Kansas Radiology Technology course.
Participants must create an account at KansasChiro.com, but KCA membership or chiropractic licensure is not required to register. After purchasing the course, log in, open “My Courses,” select the program, and launch the online classroom.
KCA has also prepared a short instructional video explaining how to register for the classroom and watch the courses.
The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts provides additional information about the licensure exemption and radiologic technology requirements on its Radiologic Technology FAQ page.
Questions about enrollment or using the KCA learning platform may be directed to Dr. Travis Oller at travis@kansaschiro.com.
KCA Connect Is Now Available
The Kansas Chiropractic Association has launched KCA Connect, a free mobile app that gives KCA members direct access to association news, events, legislative updates, and member resources from their phones.
What’s in the app
KCA Connect brings together the information members use most — in one place, updated automatically from the KCA website.
- News — the latest posts from kansaschiro.com, including member-only content
- Events — upcoming conventions, CE seminars, and webinars with dates, pricing, and registration links
- Governmental Affairs — legislative updates, KSBHA actions, and action alerts when member voices are needed at the Statehouse
- Strategic Plan — KCA’s current mission, vision, values, and goals
- KCA Leadership — the full Board of Directors with direct contact information
- On Demand CE — access to the KCA on-demand course catalog
Turn on notifications
When you install the app, please enable push notifications. KCA will use them to reach you when it matters most — legislative action alerts when chiropractors need to contact their legislators, event announcements, registration deadlines, and other time-sensitive updates from the association.
If you miss the prompt when you first open the app, you can turn notifications on manually: go to your phone’s Settings, find KCA Connect, and enable notifications there.
How to download it
iPhone:
- Open the App Store
- Search for KCA Connect
- Tap Get to install
Android:
- Open the Google Play Store
- Search for KCA Connect
- Tap Install
The app is free and available to anyone. No login is required.
Stay Connected with KCA – Now by Text!
The Kansas Chiropractic Association is excited to announce a new way to keep you informed and connected: KCA Text Alerts.
With this service, you’ll receive timely links to our weekly updates, along with important information relevant to your practice. Whether it’s news about compliance, upcoming events, or resources to help you serve your patients, you’ll have KCA updates right at your fingertips.
We know your time is valuable, so we promise not to overwhelm you with messages. Text alerts will only be sent when there is important information to share.
How to Sign Up
Members who wish to receive KCA Text Alerts can enroll quickly and securely HERE.
Stay in the know. Stay connected. Stay ahead with KCA.