Here are 3 things the informed consent process should include… Do you get an informed consent from each of your acupuncture patients? It is essential acupuncturists obtain informed consent from every patient before starting any treatment. Here are 3 things the informed consent process should include: 1- Explaining the procedure(s) Read more…
Effective communication can lead to a more successful practice and a better reputation within the community. How does patient communication impact your acupuncture practice success? Effective communication can lead to a more successful practice and a better reputation within the community. Here are 3 ways effective communication can effect your Read more…
Here are 3 healthcare networking options. How can you use healthcare networking in your acupuncture practice? Here are 3 healthcare networking options. 1- Utilize your current network. Someone in your current network might know practitioners whose methodologies and ideologies align with those used within your acupuncture practice. 2- Network at Read more…
Acupuncture activates the body’s natural hormones and healing process, relieving stress, reducing inflammation, and… Is acupuncture an effective and safe treatment for reducing opioid consumption in patients with chronic pain? The main benefit of acupuncture as an opioid alternative is that it does not introduce any chemicals into the patient’s Read more…
After the first acupuncture treatment, the patient’s migraines reduced in frequency and intensity, and she was able to… Is acupuncture a successful treatment for medical conditions? A case report published in the journal Explore described the effectiveness of acupuncture for relieving or abolishing severe migraines, menopausal symptoms, and chronic insomnia, Read more…
There are deadlines for filing claims with each insurance provider and claim rejection if submitted after the policy’s period has passed. Are you experiencing insurance claim denials? It may be due to a failure to submit insurance claims on time. There are deadlines for filing claims with each insurance provider Read more…
Florida Blue will begin contracting for an acupuncture (ACU) provider network on February 20, 2023. Providers with a primary license in acupuncture will be eligible. Specialists who have acupuncture as a sub-specialty (i.e., chiro with ACU as secondary) are not eligible to contract for this network. Credentialing and interface to Read more…
A review of 9 studies comparing acupuncture with drugs for preventing migraine found acupuncture was more effective. Is acupuncture helpful for relieving headaches and migraines? In the United States each year, approximately 45 million people suffer from headaches and 39 million are affected by migraines. A review of 9 studies Read more…
For 2023 the fees related to workers’ compensation will be increased. This increase should be updated and effective by March 1, 2023. This includes acupuncture as well as evaluation & management, and physical medicine and rehabilitation services. California workers’ comp establishes Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) rates based on Medicare Read more…
A study published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine showed the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture and electroacupuncture in patients with chronic neck pain. Do you have patients complaining of chronic neck pain? Among adults in the US, neck pain has an annual prevalence rate exceeding 30% with close Read more…