Christopher Carraway, DC

Dr. Christopher Carraway, a 1985 Life Chiropractic College graduate, is a lifelong resident of New Bern, N.C., and practices in his hometown. He is a board-certified chiropractic neurologist with the International Academy of Chiropractic Neurology and a charter member of the National Institute of Chiropractic Research. He presented a case series on combined laser and LED for the treatment of herpes zoster / shingles at the 2013 NAALT Congress; was recently named clinical advisor to Laser Therapy U; is an invited member of the NAALT / WALT Scientific Education Committee; and serves as the senior medical advisor for MultiRadiance Medical (www.multiradiance.com)."

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Treating Peripheral Neuropathy: Multi-Faceted Approach Including Laser Therapy
November 1, 2016 (Vol. 34, Issue 17)
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Your Practice / Business
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?

Some doctors thrive in a personality-based clinic and have a loyal following no matter what services or equipment they offer, but for most chiropractic offices who are trying to grow and expand, new equipment purchases help us stay relevant and continue to service our client base in the best, most up-to-date manner possible. So, regarding equipment purchasing: should you lease, get a bank loan, or pay cash?

Jamy Antoine, DC, BCN, CFP®
News / Profession
Chiropractic at Risk Globally
Chiropractic at Risk Globally

There has long been an attempt by those who are not legitimate doctors of chiropractic to usurp the title of chiropractor from those who have earned their degree from an accredited chiropractic program. This generally happens in countries where the local doctors of chiropractic have yet to pass legislation requiring a degree from an accredited institution. The result is essentially two chiropractic professions. Nowhere is this danger more pronounced than in Japan.

Dynamic Chiropractic Staff
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UHC/Optum Requires Preauthorization for Medicare-Covered Chiropractic Services
UHC/Optum Requires Preauthorization for Medicare-Covered Chiropractic Services

Effective Sept. 1, 2024, UHC/Optum is requiring prior authorization for the following services delivered in office and outpatient hospital settings, excluding services in the home: Medicare-covered chiropractic services (when billed with the AT-modifier), as well as physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and speech therapy (ST).

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