The Patient You Never Lost… Just Never Saw Again Why do some patients have a great first visit, understand the recommended care, and then simply never come back? Dr. Ray Foxworth explores an often-overlooked part of patient retention: the conversations that happen after the clinical recommendations are made. From financial expectations and front-desk communication to…
UnitedHealthcare Removes Prior Authorization for Certain Medicare Chiropractic Services Lisa Maciejewski-West of Gold Star Medical Billing reviews changes to UnitedHealthcare’s Prior Authorization requirements starting October 1, 2026. Make sure you fully understand how this change affects your practice.(KCA Member Benefit, must be logged in to view.) Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Insurance Updates KCA’s Medicare Committee…
Effective October 1, 2026 UnitedHealthcare will remove the prior authorization requirement for chiropractic manipulative treatment codes 98940, 98941, and 98942 for its Medicare Advantage and Medicare Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs), effective October 1, 2026. The change should reduce an administrative step for eligible Medicare patients, but providers should still verify benefits and plan-specific requirements before providing care. CPT code …
The KCA Medicare Committee met on August 24 to discuss federal Medicare legislation, CMS changes, Medicare Advantage, billing compliance, and several insurance issues that could affect Kansas chiropractic offices. Here are the issues KCA members should have on their radar. Medicare Legislation: The Profession Is Working Toward One Voice H.R. 539 and S. 106 remain the primary Medicare legislation…
5 Things Every Chiropractic Office Needs in its AI Use Policy AI is already showing up in chiropractic offices—often before anyone has set clear rules for using it. In this members-only article, learn the five essential elements every chiropractic AI use policy should include to help protect patient information, guide staff, and keep professional judgment…
5 Things Every Chiropractic Office Needs in its AI Use Policy AI is already showing up in chiropractic offices—often before anyone has set clear rules for using it. In this members-only article, learn the five essential elements every chiropractic AI use policy should include to help protect patient information, guide staff, and keep professional judgment…
Each year, KCA members select the Doctor of the Year by ballot vote from candidates nominated by the KCA Board of Directors and Officers, KCA district officers, committee chairs, and chiropractic members of the Kansas Board of Healing Arts. This award recognizes a Kansas Doctor of Chiropractic who has gone above and beyond for the profession, their patients, and…
Chiropractic Board Members: Jerry DeGrado, DC, Tobi Jeurink, DC, DACBI and Mark S Balderston, DC, FPSC Mission Statement: Safeguard the public through licensure, education and discipline of those who practice the healing arts in Kansas.” Agency Philosophy: Safeguarding the public is the Board’s primary responsibility. The Board and its staff approach their responsibilities in a balanced and…
Every year, decisions are made at the Kansas Statehouse that can directly affect chiropractic practices, our scope of practice, and our patients’ access to care. The Kansas Chiropractic Association works year-round to make sure chiropractors have a voice in those conversations. But effective advocacy does not begin when a bill is introduced. It begins much…
Administrative Burden is the Real Surprise Healthcare isn’t getting any simpler, and neither is getting paid. From changing regulations to rising patient costs, chiropractic practices face growing financial and administrative challenges. Read more from Dr. Ray Foxworth for practical strategies to strengthen your practice, improve patient affordability, and spend less time chasing payments. The new…
