From the documentation and insurance perspective, if it is not written down, it does not happen. Why is documentation so important to your acupuncture practice? From the documentation and insurance perspective, if it is not written down, it does not happen. As an acupuncturist, this is a 4-part documentation that Read more
7 common HIPAA violations include… What are the most common HIPAA violations acupuncturists should know? HIPAA is a federal law requiring national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge. Ignoring HIPAA requirements exposes acupuncturists to the greatest risks of data breaches, Read more
The 3 most common causes for denial of acupuncture insurance claims include… What are the most common denials for acupuncture insurance claims? The 3 most common causes for denial of acupuncture insurance claims include: 1: Not having a diagnosis that is part of the payer’s payable list. 2. Incorrect Current Read more
3 ways to keep your online presence strong include… How important to your acupuncture practice’s success is a strong online presence? The first impression most potential patients have of your acupuncture practice comes from your online reviews. 3 ways to keep your online presence strong include: 1. Visibility on online Read more
As an acupuncturist, it is important to have a foundational knowledge of insurance to broaden… What are some different ways an acupuncture practice can access insurance payments? As an acupuncturist, it is important to have a foundational knowledge of insurance to broaden the scope of accessibility to your services. Being Read more
A study of ICU patients experiencing pain and/or nausea who receive three 20-minute acupuncture treatments… Does research support the feasibility and acceptability of providing acupuncture treatment to relieve pain and nausea symptoms in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients? A study of ICU patients experiencing pain and/or nausea who receive three Read more
Lack of restorative sleep is known to make the pain worse creating a cycle of pain and sleeplessness. Does acupuncture help ease pain and improve quality of life? Approximately two-thirds of people with chronic pain report problems sleeping. Lack of restorative sleep is known to make the pain worse creating Read more
Research is abundant on the effects of acupuncture on specific painful conditions. Does acupuncture help ease chronic pain? Over 1.5 billion people worldwide suffer from chronic pain with one-third of American adults experiencing chronic pain. Research is abundant on the effects of acupuncture on specific painful conditions. A study of Read more
Nearly 31% of children suffer from chronic pain including migraines and… Can acupuncture help with pediatric pain? Pain is a condition most commonly treated with acupuncture in people of all ages. Nearly 31% of children suffer from chronic pain including migraines and tension-type headaches, abdominal pain, acute post-operative pain, and Read more
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, estimated to affect 10% of people over the course of their lives. How effective is acupuncture in the treatment of plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain, estimated to affect 10% of people over the course of Read more