Recent News
Deadline May 11: Enroll Vendors with HETS Now to Prevent Disruption in Medicare Eligibility Checks
Providers using third-party vendors to check Medicare beneficiary eligibility must now enroll these vendors with CMS for HIPAA Eligibility Transaction System (HETS) access by linking each vendor to your NPI. This includes eligibility verification performed through...
Cultural Competency and Implicit Bias Training: Enhancing Quality of Patient Care
Providing equitable, patient-centered care requires awareness of cultural differences and the ability to recognize and address implicit bias. Many insurance networks and healthcare organizations now require annual cultural competency training for staff, and it has...
NYSCA Launches New Compliance Support Benefit
The New York State Chiropractic Association (NYSCA) is pleased to announce the launch of a new member benefit designed to support chiropractic practices in managing regulatory compliance. Eligible regular members now have access to the Statusfi Dashboard New York, an...
Celebrating Excellence: Honoring Leaders at the 2026 Spring Convention
At this year’s Spring Convention at Mohegan Sun, the New York State Chiropractic Association paused to recognize the people who move the profession forward. From rising leaders to seasoned experts, each honoree reflects the strength and vision of chiropractic care...
New York State Assembly Honors Dr. Kenneth Padgett, D.C.
The New York State Assembly has adopted Resolution K01161, recognizing Dr. Kenneth Padgett, D.C. for a lifetime of leadership, service, and dedication to the chiropractic profession. This recognition holds special meaning for our community. Dr. Padgett is a lifetime...
2026 Spring Convention Recap
The 2026 Spring Convention at Mohegan Sun brought together an exceptional community of chiropractors, students, and industry partners for a meaningful and energizing weekend. With more than 300 attendees and over 45 exhibitors participating, this year’s event was one...
NYSCA 2026 Officers and Directors Elections Announcement
The annual NYSCA elections provide members with an important opportunity to help shape the leadership and future direction of the Association. Member participation in the election process ensures that governance reflects the priorities, perspectives, and needs of the...
Updated NYS Mandated Reporter Training: Due November 17, 2026
Updated October 12, 2026 New York’s updated mandated reporter training includes additional guidance on identifying abuse or maltreatment of children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The completion deadline is November 17, 2026. This update applies even...
Important Updates Regarding Student Loan Payments That Might Impact You
SAVE Update As many of you are aware, the SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) plan is on its way out. Starting soon, borrowers will begin receiving notices from their loan servicer, no later than July 1st, with about 90 days to choose a new repayment...
Office for Civil Rights Releases HIPAA Risk Management Video
This video presentation is intended to raise awareness and provide practical education to HIPAA covered entities and business associates of the HIPAA Security Rule’s Risk Management requirement. Like risk analysis, effective risk management is an essential component...
Stay Sharp, Stay Current: NYSCA Continuing Education for Members
Learning Opportunities Designed to Elevate Your Practice Continuing education isn’t just a requirement—it’s an opportunity to expand your expertise, strengthen your practice, and deliver the best care to your patients. NYSCA makes it easy for members to stay ahead...
OSHA, Infection Control, and Office Safety Compliance: Promoting a Culture of Safety
Maintaining a safe and compliant office environment is essential for protecting both patients and staff. New York State and federal guidelines, including OSHA standards and infection control best practices, provide a framework to reduce workplace hazards, prevent the...
New York City Employee PPO Claims Processing Issue
The New York City Employee PPO plan is a new product and a new partnership between EmblemHealth and UnitedHealthcare. The product launched on January 1, 2026. The NYSCA Insurance Committee identified a claim processing issue and has been working to resolve the delays in payment for the past 4 weeks.
Upcoming Change: National Government Services to Become Wellpoint Federal
On 4/1/2026 National Government Services will begin operating as Wellpoint Federal. While the name will change, structure, service level and operating model will remain the same, advancing the future of government healthcare as part of Elevance Health. Beginning...
HHS Finalizes Rule on Standards for Health Care Claims Attachments and Electronic Signatures
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on behalf of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is making our shareholders aware of the “Adoption of Standards for Health Care Claims Attachments Transactions and Electronic Signatures...