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Building An Integrative Practice

Building An Integrative Practice

October 14, 2022

A variety of healthcare providers deliver care through integrative medicine including acupuncturists, chiropractors, massage therapists, and more. Are you thinking about building an integrative practice? A variety of healthcare providers deliver care through integrative medicine including acupuncturists, chiropractors, massage therapists, and more. Here are 3 tips when opening an integrative

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Experiencing Diagnosis Denial?

Billing & Coding: Experiencing Diagnosis Denial?

October 7, 2022

Four of the most common reasons for claim denials include:… Are you experiencing insurance claim denials? Four of the most common reasons for claim denials include: 1. Incomplete Diagnosis 2. Improper Use of Codes 3. Excludes for Spinal Pain 4. Excludes 1 (and 2) notes Ultimately, it is important your

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ICD-10 Updates for 2023

ICD-10 Updates for 2023

September 29, 2022

Every October 1st brings additions and deletions to the ICD-10 codes and although these are 2023 codes, the effective date is October 1, 2022. Are you on top of the diagnosis code updates for 2023? Every October 1st brings additions and deletions to the ICD-10 codes and although these are

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Why Acupuncture Is A Recommended Treatment

Why Acupuncture Is A Recommended Treatment

September 23, 2022

According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including … Why is acupuncture a recommended treatment? According to American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines, their updated prior guidelines recommend non-drug treatment first for back pain, including acupuncture, chiropractic

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Acupuncture Medical Necessity and Preauthorization– Made Easy

September 19, 2022

Medical necessity and authorization of acupuncture services can appear to be difficult but using some straightforward protocols can streamline your ability to demonstrate necessity get additional visits when needed Disclaimer- The following is a live transcript that has not been edited for grammar or syntax. Please view the video as

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Growing Your Acupuncture Business

Growing Your Acupuncture Business

September 17, 2022

Here are 4 things to think about when growing your acupuncture business… How do define your acupuncture practice success? Here are 4 things to think about when growing your acupuncture business: Are you treating your acupuncture practice as a business or hobby? Do you have a clear and strong vision

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Gold Standard of Documentation

Gold Standard of Documentation

September 9, 2022

Good documentation practice includes: 1. Maintaining accurate and complete medical records and documentation of services you provided… Is your documentation meeting the ‘Gold Standard’? The Gold Standard of documentation is when another provider can read the notes, clearly identify the service, and perform the service based on what was documented.

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Electroacupuncture

Electroacupuncture

September 2, 2022

US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including… Are you using electroacupuncture in your practice? US studies support the effectiveness of electroacupuncture including: 1. A pain reliever for muscle spasms 2. A treatment for neurological disorders 3. A form of anesthesia 4. Treatment of skin conditions such as acne, renal

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Acupuncture Gaining Growing Endorsements.

September 1, 2022

American College of Physicians Back Treatment Guidelines – The ACP updated prior guidelines, recommending non-drug treatment first for back pain, including acupuncture, chiropractic manipulative therapy (CMT), osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT), exercise therapy, massage and yoga. FDA Education Blueprint for Health Providers Involved in Pain Management:  The Blueprint recommends “The [health care provider]

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3 Cons of Joining a Managed Care Network

3 Cons of Joining a Managed Care Network

August 27, 2022

Is your acupuncture practice thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? Here are 3 cons to consider before joining a Managed Care Network… Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AACN). Is your acupuncture practice thinking about joining a Managed Care Network? Here are

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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.