Recent News
UnitedHealthcare Announces Prior Authorization Reform Efforts
Last week, UnitedHealthcare announced it would be reducing prior authorization requirements for a variety of services by the end of this year. Unfortunately, there has been a fair amount of misinterpretation regarding UnitedHealthcare’s statement. On May 5, 2026,...
May 11 deadline for Medicare Eligibility is Here
This message serves as a reminder and addresses the misinformation circulating about Medicare's HIPAA Eligibility Transaction System (HETS). The NIC has again reached out to NGS Medicare/Wellpoint Federal, as well as Medicare's HETS Help Desk, to re-verify our...
ACA, ICA Announce Collaboration to Support Improved Access to Chiropractic Care
Arlington, Va. — The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) today announced a shared intent to support ongoing collaboration to improve patient access to chiropractic care. This collaborative effort reflects a...
Your Voice Matters: Advocacy Benefits for NYSCA Members
Shape Policy and Protect Your Profession As a chiropractor in New York, your practice and your profession are influenced by laws, regulations, and policies at the state and local level. NYSCA membership empowers you to have a voice in shaping these policies,...
Staying Safe When Using Classified Ads
We have received reports of suspicious outreach in response to classified ads. We want to take a moment to remind members how our system is designed to protect you, along with steps you can take to avoid potential scams. How our platform protects you: By default, your...
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...
NYS Updated Mandated Reporter Training Now Available Online; Due November 2026
As part of New York State’s ongoing commitment to protecting vulnerable children, recent legislation has expanded training requirements for mandated reporters. This is a new requirement that applies even to those who previously completed the mandated reporter training...
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...