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Billing & Coding: In-Network vs. Out-of-Network
As a new acupuncturist, it is important to be selective. Are you wanting to bill insurance for your acupuncture services? Here are some things to consider when deciding on plans that offer in-network vs. out-of-network benefits. In-network benefits are offered by a health maintenance organization (HMO) and these plans will
Acupuncture Grows in Popularity
According to a recent analysis of 2,000 scientific reviews of acupuncture therapies, the results supported acupuncture’s effectiveness for… Is acupuncture growing in popularity? Acupuncture therapy has been used by 1.5% of the US population and is available at many of the top academic medical centers in the United States. Research-backed
Acupuncture for Children
Pediatric acupuncture known as ‘shonishin’ is a form of acupuncture utilizing the practitioners’ hands and rounded tools to stimulate the acupoints of the child. Is acupuncture gaining popularity in pediatrics? Today more than ever, parents are seeking alternative methods of treatment for their children and are turning to acupuncture because
4 Benefits of Acupuncture for Seniors
Acupuncture offers many benefits to seniors including providing aid to patients without the use of medications. Does acupuncture offer benefits for seniors? Acupuncture offers many benefits to seniors including providing aid to patients without the use of medications. 4 benefits of acupuncture for seniors include: 1-Drug-free acupuncture gives seniors relief
New Rules Coming for EHR Do Not Get Blindsided
There is new legislation coming to Florida and many other states regarding where you store your electronic patient data. This is not just about you saving but where the company you use stores the data ultimately. Effective July 1, 2023, Florida practices are about to be hit with yet another
Research Supports Acupuncture for Pain
Research continues to support acupuncture for relieving pain and enhancing the healing process. Is acupuncture effective for pain? Research continues to support acupuncture for relieving pain and enhancing the healing process. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) found acupuncture for pain relief has the most evidence, especially for some chronic
Can Social Media Help Build Your Acupuncture Practice?
How can you make social media work for your acupuncture practice success? Is social media marketing important to your acupuncture practice? Social media can help develop relationships with people before they become your acupuncture patients. How can you make social media work for your acupuncture practice success? 1-Clarify your goals
Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture and Skin Elasticity
Research now supports the effectiveness of facial cosmetic acupuncture on facial elasticity. Does facial cosmetic acupuncture improve skin elasticity? Acupuncture for cosmetic purposes continues to gain in popularity worldwide. Facial cosmetic acupuncture is applied to the head, face, and neck as an intervention for skin rejuvenation. Research now supports the
Communicating Acupuncture Treatment Plan & Need for Care
Effective communication ensures patients understand their acupuncture treatment plan and need for care. One thing that makes your job as an acupuncturist unique is that you create treatment plans specific to each patient. Effective communication ensures patients understand their acupuncture treatment plan and need for care. If your acupuncture patients
How To Avoid Payment and Billing Issues
A significant number of patient disagreements or actions taken against acupuncturists are a result of frustration over billing. Is your acupuncture office experiencing issues with patient payment and billing? Effective office communication plays an important role in avoiding misunderstandings or disagreements about payment and billing. A significant number of patient
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Are Insurance Claims Draining Your Acupuncture Practice?
What if your acupuncture practice is losing revenue from preventable insurance claim errors? Incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, missing modifiers, and payer-specific requirements can all lead to denials, delayed payments, and money left on the table. Every treatment you provide represents revenue your practice has earned. So getting the claim right
Why Acupuncture Practices Need Smarter Payment Solutions
Discover how smarter payment solutions can help acupuncture practices simplify patient payments, reduce administrative work, improve payment visibility, and support a more efficient financial workflow. Learn what to consider when choosing a payment system, including convenience, integration, security, and HIPAA considerations.
5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue
5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue Billing mistakes can quietly reduce the revenue your acupuncture practice should be collecting. A claim may be delayed, rejected, or denied because of a small administrative error, incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, or a misunderstanding of a patient’s insurance benefits. The
Does Health Insurance Cover Acupuncture?
Health insurance may cover acupuncture, but coverage varies by plan, diagnosis, provider, and payer rules. This guide explains what acupuncture practices should verify, how Medicare covers chronic low back pain, why Medicaid rules vary by state, and how careful benefits verification can clarify patient responsibility.
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