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 Read more…
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 Rates that were published in December were rescinded, as is not unusual based on congressional budget issues.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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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 Read more…
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 Read more…