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Chiropractors and Homeopathy
Q: May chiropractors dispense homeopathic medicines in New York State? A: In my estimation, the answer is “No.” Section 6551(3) of Article 132 of state Education Law relating to chiropractic stipulates that "[a] license to practice chiropractic shall NOT permit the...
Provider Agreements and Disclosure Forms
Q: I am filling out a provider agreement and there is disclosure forms and information regarding the payment of Lobbying Funds. My questions are: can they legally make this request?; and if they can make this request and I do not sign this portion of the agreement...
WC PPO Reductions Based on Provider Contracts
Based on the following brief fact pattern a question was asked: Q: “I have been getting reductions in my payments from No-fault insurance companies, and the explanation is: “PPO rate applied. PPO reduction based on provider’s contract with...
NYSCA Addresses State Board on Chiropractic Issues
On Friday, October 21, NYSCA Board member, Lynn Pownall, DC, DACBN presented a letter to the New York State Board for Chiropractic addressed to the State Board chair, Ali M. Jafari, DC on behalf of NYSCA President, Mariangela Penna, DC. The letter addressed a number...
Retrospective Audit Requests by an Insurer’s Special Investigative Unit (SIU)
A member recently received a request from a Special Investigative Unit of a major insurance carrier for patient information and records on nearly twenty different patients going as far back as two (2) - three (3) years ago. This prompted a number of questions on the...
Offers of Free Chiropractic Services
Q: Is it acceptable or insurance fraud for chiropractors to offer free consultations or free first visits to new patients? A: Within the narrow confines of the question asked immediately above, the offer of free consultations...
A New York Yankee Chiropractor in King Arthur’s Medical Court
A former member of the NYSCA Board of Directors, New York Chiropractic College Faculty member and Director of the chiropractic program at Monroe County Community Hospital, Paul Dougherty, DC, DABCO and NYSCA Executive Director, Karl C. Kranz, DC, Esq., were invited to...
Insurance Equality Law and Multistate Employers
Can an insurer avoid New York chiropractic Insurance Equality Law that would ordinarily cover employees working and residing in New York state who happen to work for a multistate employer, by contracting with the employer in jurisdictions other than New York for the...
Why Partnering with the NYSCA Is a Strategic Investment for Chiropractic Industry Sponsors
In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, organizations that serve clinicians face increasing pressure to demonstrate credibility, deliver meaningful value, and build lasting relationships with the professionals they support. Traditional advertising channels rarely...
Why Association Membership Matters for New Chiropractors Starting Their Careers
Graduating from chiropractic school marks an exciting transition from academic training to professional practice. It also represents the beginning of a new set of challenges that extend far beyond clinical knowledge. New chiropractors must quickly navigate regulatory...
Why Membership in the NYSCA Remains Essential for Seasoned Practitioners
For chiropractors who have built years of clinical experience, a professional association may seem less critical than during the early stages of practice. Yet, membership continues to offer strategic advantages that support professional influence, advocacy,...
How Chiropractic Care Supports Whole-Person Health
For many people, chiropractic care is most commonly associated with relief from back or neck pain. While pain management is an important benefit, modern chiropractic care plays a much broader role in supporting overall health, function, and quality of life. As...
An Evidence-Based Overview of the Safety, Effectiveness, and Cost-Effectiveness of Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care is a commonly used nonpharmacological approach for managing musculoskeletal conditions, particularly those involving the spine. As healthcare increasingly emphasizes conservative treatment, patient-centered care, and appropriate use of medications...
Practicing Chiropractic in New York State: Scope, Opportunities, and Career Pathways
New York State offers one of the most dynamic and diverse environments in the United States for chiropractic practice. From dense urban centers to rural communities, academic institutions, integrated health systems, and federal healthcare settings, the state provides...