Jennifer Illes, DC, Med. Ac., CKTI

Dr. Jennifer Illes graduated from New York Chiropractic College in 2005 after completing undergraduate studies at Brock University. She practiced in Niagara Falls and Mississauga for several years while implementing functional integrated therapy (a combination of contemporary medical acupuncture, soft-tissue techniques, and elastic therapeutic taping.)  She later moved to St. Petersburg, Fla., where she currently is a clinical science instructor at National University of Health Sciences' Florida campus. As a certified Kinesio taping instructor, she travels worldwide and teaches postgraduate courses in the Kinesio Taping Method.

Previous Articles

Scapular Dyskinesis: Treatment With Elastic Therapeutic Taping
May 6, 2012 (Vol. 30, Issue 10)
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Billing / Fees / Insurance
Should You Be In-Network or Out-of-Network With Insurance?
Should You Be In-Network or Out-of-Network With Insurance?

It’s a new year and many chiropractors are evaluating what will enhance their respective practices, particularly as it relates to their bottom line. One of the most common questions I get is: “Do I need to be credentialed to bill insurance, and what are the best plans to join?” It’s a loaded question – but one every DC ponders. Whether you're already in-network or pondering whether to join, here's what you need to know.

Samuel A. Collins
X-ray / Imaging / MRI
Radiologist-Missed Spinal Tumor Found by Chiropractor
Radiologist-Missed Spinal Tumor Found by Chiropractor

A 36-year-old female presented on Nov. 18, 2025, with lumbar pain and left lower extremity radiculopathy. Following a comprehensive history, physical examination, and radiographic evaluation to assess anatomical and biomechanical factors, an immediate lumbar MRI was ordered due to the patient’s radiculopathic symptoms and clinical findings.

Mark Studin, DC, FPSC, FASBE(C), DAAPM; Timothy Clare, DC, FPSC(C)
Billing / Fees / Insurance
Guidelines vs. Care: Bridging the Gap
Guidelines vs. Care: Bridging the Gap

What happens when best practices for patient care fall outside what guidelines endorse or insurance will cover? More importantly, how can clinicians ethically and effectively integrate non-reimbursed services that improve function, reduce disability and support long-term outcomes? These are not just clinical questions; they are economic and policy challenges that directly affect practice viability and patient access.

Christopher Proulx, DC, PhD(ABD), CSCS