Legal Updates From the National Association of Chiropractic Attorneys

The National Association of Chiropractic Attorneys (NACA) is an association of attorneys who represent chiropractic associations, societies and colleges. Learn more at nacaattorneys.com. 

Previous Articles

Chiropractic Manipulation and Stroke: The Ice Cream Analogy
Jeff Randolph, Esq.
February 1, 2026 (Volume 44, Issue 2)
A Groundbreaking Case for the Chiropractic Profession
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
January 1, 2026 (Volume 44, Issue 1)
Medical Debt Collection Limitation Laws: A Nationwide Trend?
Jeff Randolph, Esq.
Michael Coates
October 1, 2025 (Vol. 43, Issue 10)
Legal Fundamentals of Health Care Advertising
Kari Hershey, Esq.
July 1, 2025 (Vol. 43, Issue 7)
N.J. Fraud / RICO Case Under Review; B.C. Registrant Status Change for DCs
NACA Members
May 1, 2025 (Vol. 43, Issue 5)
DCs Billing OMT Codes; Corporate Reporting Requirements
NACA Members
January 1, 2025 (Vol. 43, Issue 1)
Legal Updates: Arizona, California and New York
NACA Members
November 1, 2024 (Vol. 42, Issue 11)
Nine Rules and Procedures to Prevent Insurance Fraud
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
David S. Singer
October 24, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 22)
CCA Position Statement On Practice Management
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
May 9, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 10)
Doctor-Patient Arbitration Forms Benefit Chiropractors and Their Patients
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
May 9, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 10)
NCC Loss Prevention Program Results in Dramatic Claims Reduction
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
April 25, 1990 (Vol. 08, Issue 09)
The New Definition of Chiropractic Scope of Practice in California
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
November 11, 1991 (Vol. 09, Issue 23)
Considerations in Selling Your Practice
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
July 3, 1992 (Vol. 10, Issue 14)
Chiropractic in Catalonia
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
July 30, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 16)
Some E-Commerce Deals are Illegal
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
November 15, 2000 (Vol. 18, Issue 24)
National Association of Chiropractic Attorneys Warns of E-Commerce Deals
Michael J. Schroeder, Esq.
January 1, 2001 (Vol. 19, Issue 01)
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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
Anti Aging / Healthy Aging
Squaring the Geriatric Curve
Squaring the Geriatric Curve

The geriatric curve – the progressive decline in our health, fitness, mental capacity, and overall constitution – graphically appears as a downward sloping line over time. It is a culmination of the effects of sarcopenia, postural deterioration, frailty, and chronic noncommunicable diseases that occur as we age. While aging cannot be reversed, the goal is to reduce the negative slope or “square off” the curve, thus avoiding a steady decline in health. Here are five ways to get your patients started.

Donald DeFabio, DC, DACBSP, DABCO
News / Profession
How Chiropractors Can Make It the Best of Times
The Best of Times, the Worst of Times

Imagine an environment in which DCs are tightly integrated with their local healthcare system; a trusted resource for PCPs, specialists and self-insured employers; are reimbursed in alignment with value created; use modern technology enabling them to fully engage with their patients; are self-governed; and are able to maintain a fulfilling work-life balance. In the final part of this three-part series, we explore three areas for chiropractors to focus on to leave the current foolishness behind and create “the best of times” for DCs and their patients.