Jared Skowron, ND

Dr. Jared M. Skowron is on faculty at the University of Bridgeport, where he teaches pediatrics and is founder of the Pediatric & Autism Clinic. His new book, Fundamentals of Naturopathic Pediatrics, compiles researched natural treatments for more than 100 children's conditions. To learn more, visit www.naturopathicanswer.com"

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UHC/Optum Requires Preauthorization for Medicare-Covered Chiropractic Services
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