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Billing & Coding: Office Management

February 16, 2023

If you have a streamlined and manageable acupuncture billing system, you can easily and efficiently handle your office. How good is your acupuncture office management? Office management plays a crucial role in maintaining an effective acupuncture billing system. If you have a streamlined and manageable acupuncture billing system, you can

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Acupuncture and Back and Neck Pain

Acupuncture and Back and Neck Pain

February 10, 2023

12 studies of over 8,000 participants showed acupuncture was more effective than… Is acupuncture helpful for back and neck pain? Nearly 80% of adults have low-back and/or neck pain at some point in their lives. 12 studies of over 8,000 participants showed acupuncture was more effective than no treatment for

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California Workers’ Compensation Fees Increasing

February 6, 2023

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

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Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Pain

Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Pain

February 2, 2023

Research continues to showcase the effectiveness of acupuncture for several pain conditions, including… Is acupuncture helpful for pain? Research continues to showcase the effectiveness of acupuncture for several pain conditions, including back and neck pain, knee pain associated with osteoarthritis, and postoperative pain. 20 studies of over 6,000 people with

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Is It Illegal to Waive Copays and Deductibles?

Is It Illegal to Waive Copays and Deductibles?

January 26, 2023

There are different scenarios where it may be appropriate to waive a patient’s insurance responsibility, including for patients who are suffering a financial crisis or emergency. Is your acupuncture office waiving patient copayments and/or deductibles? Waiving a patient’s insurance responsibility is considered a violation of the contract between your acupuncture

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Medicare Fees 2023 Are Now Final and Available

January 25, 2023

Medicare 2023 fees are now final. Rates that were published in December were rescinded, as is not unusual based on congressional budget issues. The good news the original reduction in rates was averted and fees are essentially flat with slight increases or decrease depending on your region. Note also many

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Online Reviews Boost Referrals

Online Reviews Boost Referrals

January 19, 2023

As the internet continues to grow, online reviews are guiding the way new patients make their healthcare provider decisions. Are you utilizing the internet’s online reviews as a source of your acupuncture practice referrals? Every successful acupuncturist knows a consistent flow of new patients is necessary to grow and sustain

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Can Insurers Recoup Paid Claims?

Billing & Coding: Can Insurers Recoup Paid Claims?

January 12, 2023

As an acupuncturist, you should be aware of your right to challenge insurance recoupment requests. Can an insurance company recoup payment of paid claims? “An insurance company may not recoup payment unless the healthcare provider engaged in fraud or misrepresentations regarding services provided; or it is otherwise clear the provider

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Electro-Acupuncture Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis

Electro-Acupuncture Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis

January 6, 2023

Nearly 250 million people are affected by knee osteoarthritis worldwide. Do you have patients complaining of knee pain from knee osteoarthritis? Nearly 250 million people are affected by knee osteoarthritis worldwide. A study published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine compiled evidence to assess the effectiveness and safety of

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Documentation That Makes Every Claim Defensible

Accurate acupuncture documentation helps connect clinical findings, treatment decisions, and billed services. Learn how to strengthen medical records, support coding, prevent avoidable claim denials, and manage insurance appeals with a consistent documentation workflow.

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Coding Accuracy is the Fastest Path to Fewer Denials

Accurate acupuncture billing starts with the right codes, complete documentation, and payer-specific requirements. Learn how to review claims before submission, identify recurring coding errors, and build a more consistent denial-prevention workflow.