Recent News
No-Fault Changes Finally Take Effect
For many years, the NYSCA in conjunction with our lobbyist have been working tirelessly to gain Chiropractic parity in reimbursement with other health care providers. Last year through the hard work of many in our association, we were able to secure a significant...
Considerations when contemplating terminating a par-provider agreement
Q: In the Association’s opinion, what sort of considerations do I need to be aware of in contemplation of opting-out from a disagreeable participating provider contract with the self-insured benefit plan and billing my patients directly for care? Paraphrasing,...
Q&A: Treating patients who have attended protests during the pandemic
A NYSCA member asks: A patient just called to make an appointment; however, they attended a protest a few days ago. Can I see them if they have not demonstrated Covid-19 symptoms? The NYSCA responds: Continue to follow the recommendations of the Centers of...
Free Webinar: Workers’ Compensation and Auto/No-Fault Made Easy How to get paid faster!
As many of you are aware, we will be required to submit our workers' compensation claims and clinical documentation in an electronic format. Most (if not all) clearinghouses who work with commercial carriers and Medicare do not accept No Fault and Workers'...
Telemedicine Coding and Coverage during the COVID-19 Crisis
During the COVID-19 crisis, telemedicine and telehealth services will allow you to continue to care for your patients from a distance. The NYSCA Insurance Committee continues to interact with various NYS offices, commercial carriers and TPAs to discuss and seek...
No Fault covers Telemedicine Services per WC Amendment
NYSCA members have been asking, "Does the WC amendment allowing temporary performance of telemedicine services during Covid-19 extend to No Fault?" Yes, chiropractors may provide telemedicine services to those patients covered by...
Urgent Message Regarding WC and DME Supplier Service Agreements
The NYSCA has recently become aware that the Workers' Compensation Board, its administration and attorneys, have some issues with particular chiropractors and the terms of the service agreements these DCs have signed with DME suppliers. The following notice was sent...
Refer a Colleague, Strengthen the Profession, and Earn Rewards
Growing a strong professional community starts with personal connections. Many chiropractors know colleagues who have considered joining the New York State Chiropractic Association but simply have not taken the next step. The NYSCA referral program is designed to make...
Use or Sale of Hemp Oil in Chiropractic Practice
Q: I know that at this point we can't legally sell CBD products. How about the Hemp Oil Complex that our vendor offers? What should we do? A: In my estimation, the answer at the present time is “no.” Reasoning and Analysis: Q1: Has the federal Food and Drug...
Chiropractic Specialization and the Use of Titles
Q: May a chiropractor licensed by the New York State Education Department use the professional title – “chiropractic orthopedist” if she has the earned the credential through post-graduate education and training? A member relates: I spoke to some dentists recently...
Can chiropractors opt-out of Medicare and contract directly with patients?
Q: As physicians under Medicare, can chiropractors opt-out of Medicare like other Medicare physicians and contract directly with Medicare patients? Background: A member heard that physicians can “op-out” of Medicare and contract directly with Medicare patients. The...
Patient Payment for Copies of Medical Records in a Particular Instance
Q: Does a patient applying for health benefits from a governmental program have to pay for a copy of her records I and my office maintain on her? Background: A former patient recently telephoned and asked me for a copy of her records. I tallied the cost of the paper...
Updated NYS WC Medical Fee Schedule Effective 4/1/19
Don't forget to implement the New NYS Workers' Compensation Fee Schedule for services rendered on and after 4/1/19. According to the Workers' Compensation Board, 'The Official New York Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Schedule may be purchased from...
Hemp and hemp-derivative products, CBD oil, scope of practice and the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018
Q: In view of the recent enactment of the federal Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (H.R. 2 of 2018, Pub. L 115-334, also known colloquially as the “Farm Bill”) permitting the cultivation of hemp and hemp products, including cannabidiol (CBD oil) derived from hemp,...
NYS DFS Announces Plan for Adoption of the No-Fault Fee Schedule
As you know the WCB has updated the fee schedule and the changes will be implemented on April 1st, 2019. We have been waiting for the release from the Department of Financial Services regarding No-Fault. It has now arrived, you can view it...