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  American Specialty Health Network is Lobbying for Chiropractic

  American Specialty Health’s (ASH) Vice President of Public Affairs R. Lloyd Friesen, DC took part in meetings with 3 senators last week promoting chiropractic. Under the Umbrella of The National Association of Specialty Health Organizations (NASHO) Dr. Friesen along with representatives from other Chiropractic health specialty organizations were lobbying a white paper promoting the inclusion of Chiropractic care and Chiropractic management organization in the Affordable Care Act around DC. Other participants included the executives from ChiroCare of Minnesota, Palladian Health and the CHP Group.The National Association of Specialty Health Organizations (NASHO) serves as a national organization and lobbyist for numerous health specialty companies. Health specialty organizations or Chiropractic Networks are more commonly known to Chiropractors as the companies that contract with major insurance providers to manage Chiropractic benefits. They make money by cutting reimbursements and visits for Chiropractic care from contracted insurance plans.The white paper that NASHO’s Chiropractic Council created highlights the benefits of Chiropractic care, the high satisfaction rate, the cost reduction compared to medical treatment as it pertains to low back pain and a VA study on Chiropractic and neck pain. The white paper also suggests primary care co-pays rather than specialty rates, Chiropractors as point of entry, and inclusion in the medical home for musculoskeletal care. A few claims in NASHO’s White Paper that may not be well received by Chiropractors currently battling with a health specialty organization over payments. The paper states the benefits of health specialty organizations or Chiropractic networks (as they call themselves) include “gain preferred access to patients covered by plans and insurers, adding volume to the chiropractic practice.” They suggest that the Chiropractic networks also offer Chiropractic Continuing Education in care management and best practices. Various times in the paper they refer to cost-effective rates, medical necessity and no over utilization. This translates into practice as lower reimbursement than the terms of the plan, lower ceilings on visits and billable procedures and arbitrary cut offs of treatment.Throughout the paper the American Chiropractic Association is referenced, amusing considering that ACA announced a class action suit last year against American Specialty Health Networks’ practices against Doctors of Chiropractic participating in CIGNA insurance plans across the county. The quality of representation of the Chiropractic profession by this lobby organization and Chiropractic networks should be questioned when other references in the paper include WebMD and NASHO’s own website. What is you experiece with ASHN and other Specialty Health Organizations? Any tips for other Chiropractors?

  
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  Questionable Chiropractic Ads

  Many states have law and rules on how Chiropractors can advertise their businesses, but taste does not seem to be regulated. Two recent chiropractic ads have generated a buzz on the internet. Both gathered attention and press, will it advanced their practices…. only time will tell.CE Cruncher is not endorsing either of these ads, but merely trying to start a conversation about the impact of advertising on the Chiropractic Practice and the profession as a whole.Let us know what you think by posting your thought in the comments. A Slave to Back PainLast week a 75 year old Broken Arrow Oklahoma Chiropractor posted on the sign outside of his office “You are a chained slave to a broken back, Get help here!”. The Chiropractor, Dr. Royal Langford of Langford Chiropractic explained in an interview to the local Fox affiliate that he was rephrasing a quote from his mentor the legendary Dr. Parker.Dr. Langford went on to explain that “Dr. Parker would always say ‘You are a chained slave to anyone you dislike, and I decided that would make a good reader board,” and followed up with “Apparently, it got somebody’s attention. It’s not meant to be anything negative.”For years Dr. Langford changed his lettered sign in front of his office that is visible to passing vehicles multiple times a week for over 20 years. Attempting to attract attention and potential new patients. After the controversy he changed the sign to read “ Let me show you what your body can do, It’s my job!" The new slogan is less inflammatory, but for the public that is not familiar with Chiropractic it  may be a little provacative. Cracked Chiropractic Commercial A viral sensation with almost 3 million views in 3 days Dr. Ryan Lee’s Cracked Chiropractor commercial has generated much attention. The Los Angeles Chiropractor called on the internet video geniuses Rhett & Link, well know for the whimsical commercials and funny internet videos, to produce a commercial for his Chiropractic office. Numerous websites have featured the amusing video in the last few days, including the Huffington Post. After reviewing most of the comments on the varying sites, the opinions of the public are mixed with an occasional battle of the efficacy of Chiropractic.The Ryan Lee Chiropractic Center commercial’s melody and corresponding visual in the satirical video professes “Gentle, Comfortable, Professional”. Professional is probably not the sentiment that the video instills, but 3 million views is something only the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress could afford. Should we be grateful as Chiropractors for the exposure or concerned about the over dramatization of the practice of Chiropractic? Share you thoughts.

  
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• Chiropractic Continuing Education

  

  Happy 1st Birthday CE Cruncher

  In celebration of the CE Cruncher’s first year of providing a new, easier and more comprehensive way to find Chiropractic Continuing Education we decided to share what we learned from the Chiropractors that visited the site.Our goal from the beginning was to create a place online for Chiropractors and Chiropractic students, straight, mixer or advanced practioners, young or old, solo or group practitioner to save time and energy when looking for Chiropractic Continuing Ed. We also include releveant Chiropractic news and events, a resource for diplomates and association and of course a little humor to round out the site. CE Cruncher’s 1st Year in ReviewMost Viewed Chiropractic Seminar Listings:1. East West Acupuncture Seminars - Acupuncture Certification Course Sept 14-16 2012 2. CE Cruncher -  Hands on TMJ and Cervical Spine April 20 2013 3. Florida Chiropractic Physicians Association -  Annual Convention Aug 3-5 2012We would love to share links to these Chiropractic seminar listings, but one of the amazing features of CE Cruncher is that Chiropractic Continuing Education classes magically disappear as soon as they are over. No more sifting through courses that are over.Most Viewed Chiropractic Continuing Education Providers:1. East West Acupuncture Seminars2. Kinesio Taping Association3. Wellspring Seminars Most Viewed News Stories:1. A Legend in Chiropractic Reggie Gold Passed Away March 24 20122. Chiropractic Neurologist Dr Carrick - International Sports Headlines 3. Dr Carrick on ABC’s Nightline4. Chirorpractos, Kinesiology Tape and the Olympics – A Colorful Combination5. Watch Doctored at Mercola.com for Free- Limited Time Most Clicked Chiropractic Colleges1. Western States2. National University of Health Sciences - St. Petersburg FL2. Palmer College of Chiropractic - Florida3. Cleveland Chiropractic CollegeMost Searched States in CE Cruncher’s Chiropractic Continuing Education Search:1. Florida2. New York3. California4. New Jersey5. Georgia6. Illinois7. Missouri8. Arizona9. Texas10. North CarolinaWhat Cities do Chiropractors want to Travel to for CEs:1. Orlando2. Chicago3. New York4. Dallas5. San FranciscoWhich Chiropractic CE Providers are Chiropractors Interested in:1.Kinesio Tape2. Elite Health and Fitness Products3. Collabrans4. Science Based Nutrition5. DC Seminars6. East West Acupuncture Seminars7. Northwestern Health Sciences University8. Wellspring Seminars, Inc9. Pro Health Seminars10. Body Zone LLC Where are Chiropractors Viewing CE Cruncher: Country State Provience City/Metro Area 1. USA 1. FL 1. ON 1. Tampa - St. Pete FL 2. Canada 2. CA 2. BC 2. New York NY 3. United Kingdon 3. NY 3. Alberta 3. Los Angeles CA 4. Australia 4. IL   4. Miami - Ft Lauderdale FL   5. GA   5. Atlanta GA   6. TX   6. Orlando   7. PA   7. Chicago IL   8.NJ   8. San Francisco – Oakland CA   9. MO   9. Philadelphia PA   10.MN   10. Toronto ON     How did Chiropractors Find CE Cruncher:1. Google Search3. Email4. FaceBook How are DCs viewing CE Cruncher:80% Computer20% MobileMobile Chiropractic Users:41% Iphone35% Ipad24% Andriod      

  
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• Australia,Chiropractors,Chiropractic Colleges

  

  The Battle Over Chiropractic Continues in Australia

  Macquarie University in Sydney Australia wants to transfer their Chiropractic degree programs to another university by 2015, stating they are moving towards more "research-intensive" programs. Currently the Macquarie University has over 600 students enrolled in the Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and the Chiropractic Masters programs. Currently four universities in Australia offer degrees in Chiropractic: Macquarie, Murdoch, RMIT and Central Queensland University.On April 24th 2013 in a press release from the Macquarie University Clive Baldock, the newly-appointed Executive Dean of Science Professor stated “… our Chiropractic area does not meet our requirements from a research-intensive perspective…” Professor Baldock goes on to discuss wanting to focus research and teaching towards the University’s recently expanded medical school and hospital. The Chiropractic Association of Australia (CAA) started to organize a student protest on the campus of Macquarie University over the elimination of the Chiropractic degree programs, but put a halt to it after the University promised all Chiropractic students would be allowed to finish their current degree. Last week Andrew McNamara the CAA National CEO met with Professor Bruce Dowton, the Macquarie University Vice Chancellor, to appeal for a smooth transition of both the students and staff to another institution. On Facebook, The CAA called on Chiropractors and Chiropractic students to “Get out and amongst it. Let the University know that you’re not going to accept this!!! Use your voice! Keep Chiropractic on campus!!” A Chiropractor heard this “call to arms” and the Community Facebook page, “Help Save the Chiropractic Degree at Macquarie University” launched last Friday and already has over 600 likes. The page is the brainchild of Macquarie University 2000 Chiropractic graduate, Fleur Castlereagh of Kirrawee Family Medical Practice. She started the page to increase awareness of Macquarie University’s decision to transfer the Chiropractic Degree program, highlight successful graduates and hopefully reverse her alma mater’s decision.A backlash against Chiropractic has been brewing in Australia for years, fueled heavily by the Friends of Science in Medicine. According to a co-founder Professor John Dwyer of the University of New South Wales "We met with the university and suggested that a major tertiary institution should not offer these courses." The Friends of Science in Medicine, sponsored by the Australia Skeptics, are attempting to remove CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) from Universities and public health programs in Australia. The group unsuccessfully attempted to block the creation of a Chiropractic Program at Central Queensland University in 2011.Chiropractic started at Macquarie University with the acquisition of the independent 40-year-old institution Sydney College of Chiropractic. The Chiropractic College’s courses, resources and staff converted to the Center for Chiropractic offering a Chiropractic Masters program with in the School of Biological Science at Macquarie University in 1990. The University currently offers 2 education paths: a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science followed by a Master of Chiropractic Degree in 5 years and a Graduate Diploma in Chiropractic or the Graduate Certificate in Chiropractic Science preceded by a Bachelor in Health, Medicine, or Exercise Science requiring 6 to 7 years.  

  
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• TN,Chiropractors

  

  Tennessee’s Workers' Compensation Bill Expands for Chiropractors

  Chiropractors in Tennessee can now be part of all of the workers' compensation physician panels offered to injured workers, not just the ones with back pain. Currently Tennessee law dictates that employers are required to provide injured employees with a panel of three physicians or surgeons from which the employee may select the treating physician for their work related injuries. For back injuries the panels included a fourth position reserved for a Chiropractor. The new Tennessee workers’ compensation law requires the employer to provide three or more independent reputable physicians, surgeons, Chiropractors or specialty practice groups for all cases, not just back injuries. Chiropractors in Tennessee have an opportunity to inform the public along with local businesses about the benefits of Chiropractic treatment, cost effectiveness and that Chiropractors treat much more than back pain.Chiropractors in Tennessee can take advantage of the new law and inform local businesses owners of the advantages and cost effectiveness of Chiropractic treatment. Ask patients about work comp decision makers at their companies to contact Put together a packet of information about your office, include research, flyers and business cards Talk to business owners over lunch and offer to provide safety workshops for employees Add Workers Comp terms to your SEO strategy Tennessee’s workers’ compensation bill passed the state house and senate last week, signed by the Governor Monday, and the majority of the law goes into effect July 1, 2014. Research:Cost of Care for Common Back Pain Conditions Initiated With Chiropractic Doctor vs Medical Doctor/Doctor of Osteopathy as First Physician: Experience of One Tennessee-Based General Health Insurer J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2010 (Nov); 33 (9): 640–643 Health Maintenance Care in Work-Related Low Back Pain and Its Association With Disability Recurrence Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 (Apr); 53 (4): 396–404  Chiro.org is also a great resource

  
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