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Ronald J. Farabaugh, DC

Dr. Ronald J. Farabaugh, past chairman of the CCGPP, been in practice since 1982, and has published on chiropractic guidelines and case management. Recently, he was elected to the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) as a Councilor-Category 2, representing clinicians. In 2015, he was positioned as the National Physical Medicine Director for Advanced Medical Integration Group, LP. He is also the founder/owner of www.chiroltd.com, an evidence-based, patient-centered, practice-management company dedicated to assisting DCs establish a more evidence-based office and referral mindset.

Previous Articles

Denied Care: The Art of the Appeal (Pt. 3)
October 1, 2017 (Vol. 35, Issue 10)
Denied Care: The Art of the Appeal (Pt. 2)
September 1, 2017 (Vol. 35, Issue 09)
Denied Care: The Art of the Appeal (Pt. 1)
August 1, 2017 (Vol. 35, Issue 08)
Taking Another Step Toward a Secure Future
February 1, 2016 (Vol. 34, Issue 03)
Remembering Robert Sherman
August 26, 2008 (Vol. 26, Issue 18)
Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain: A New Model, Part 2
October 22, 2007 (Vol. 25, Issue 22)
Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain: A New Model, Part 1
October 8, 2007 (Vol. 25, Issue 21)
Another Controversial Canadian Whiplash Study
July 30, 2007 (Vol. 25, Issue 16)
The "Best Practice" Initiative: What Is It?
November 4, 2004 (Vol. 22, Issue 23)
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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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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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9 Delayed-Onset MVA Injuries (Pt. 3)
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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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