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Richard E. Vincent, DC

Richard Vincent, DC, a graduate of the Chiropractic Institute of New York (1950), is a seasoned veteran in the ongoing social, political and economic evolution of the chiropractic profession. He has served as president of the Massachusetts Chiropractic Society, chairman of the Massachusetts Board of Chiropractic Examination and Registration, president of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards and president of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

Previous Articles

Spine Care: An Unlimited Opportunity for DCs
August 26, 2012 (Vol. 30, Issue 18)
Looking Forward to the Future of Chiropractic
September 9, 2008 (Vol. 26, Issue 19)
In the Quest for Cultural Authority
December 16, 2004 (Vol. 22, Issue 26)
Management Consulting
September 24, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 20)
Practice Management
March 26, 1993 (Vol. 11, Issue 07)
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Billing / Fees / Insurance
BCBS Provider Settlement: Find Out If You’re Eligible
BCBS Provider Settlement: Find Out If You’re Eligible

In a landmark development, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has reached a $2.8 billion settlement to resolve antitrust claims brought by health care providers, including chiropractors. The lawsuit accused BCBS of dividing the nation into exclusive regions and limiting competition, which resulted in lower reimbursements for providers. Although BCBS denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to the settlement to avoid lengthy litigation – and you can get a piece of the pie.

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News / Profession
WFC Non-Interference Policy: What Could It Mean for the ACA?

The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) Board of Directors passed a “Policy on Non-Interference and Respect for National Authority” at its Q3 2024 meeting. Upon reading this, some might ask if the WFC policy is targeting the activities of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) in providing international membership to Japanese individuals who do not hold a chiropractic degree from an accredited institution.

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Personal Injury / Legal
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries (Pt. 3)
9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries

Part 3 of this three-part article on recogizing and diagnosing delayed-onset motor-vehicle acident (MVA) injuries in clinical practice covers spinal cord injury linked to cervical stenosis and spondylosis; alar sprain; and delayed instability. Part 1 discussed traumatic subdural hematoma, stroke due to MVA and traumatic central disc herniation; part 2 discussed traumatic Schmorl's nodes, post-concussion syndrome and posttraummatic syrinx.

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