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eUpdateVolume 23, No. 2 February 2013
CONNECTING YOUto the Colorado chiropractic profession
Mission StatementThe mission of the
Colorado Chiropractic Association is to protect, promote, and expand the ethical and
professional practice of chiropractic in the state of Colorado.
INSIDE this issue...
Colorado Chiropractic Association The voice of Colorado chiropractic since 1917.
Host a “Doctored” Screening Host a “Doctored” Screening pg. 2
Bad Faith Claims Against Insurance Companies pg. 6
Looking Back on Forward Progress pg. 8
Standing Meetings pg. 11
Journey to the Rooftop of Africa pg. 12
Upcoming Events pg. 14
Board/Staff Members & DORA pg. 16
New Patient Mastery pg. 20
Member Information pg. 24
Club CCA Vendors pg. 26
CC-PAC Donations pg. 28
Since “Doctored” the groundbreaking documentary about the corruption of medical industry came out in late September there has been a buzz about the film and what impact it may have on the general population. The CCA hosted a screening at our Annual Convention prior to the release of the film and producer Jeff Hays spoke a bit about the film and what he was trying to achieve through the project. The main message was get this film into the public’s hands and spread the message of the film as far and wide as you can.
Dr. Jeremy Overholt in Loveland, CO and Dr. Randy Roman in Grand Junction have both taken on the challenge to spread the message, both are holding screenings in thier area for their patients and thier community. On the following page you can follow the link to a packet on how to host a screening in your own area. With the help of Jeff Hays Productions company we have laid out an easy check list with step by step instructions and a video link to help you have a successful event.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the CCA office at [email protected] or 303.755.9011 or 800.829.0339
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Pricing: $375 per seminar ( Books included in Seminar Price), $35 per seminar for CE credit Package and Student Rates Available!!
CE Sponsored By:
The Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner (CCEP) Certification Program
Hosted By Colorado Chiropractic Association
Located at: 8751 E. Hampden Ave. #B-7, Denver CO 80231
Diagnosis and treatment is made simple through understanding the biomechanical functions of each joint. Clinical findings are discussed and demonstrated in this intensive hands-on seminar. Learn a whole new approach to diagnosing shoulder, arm and hand subluxations, entrapments and thoracic outlet syndromes. Know the kinetic chain of the lower extremity like you have never learned it before. learn the etiology of soft tissue injuries, the general mechanism of soft tissue healing, and how to apply these principles to initiate and carry out musculoskeletal rehabilitation programs. Posture, both static and kinetic, is discussed and demonstrated. Understand that treatment of the human structure requires an approach that encompasses the total struc-ture. Areas beyond the articulation must be evaluated and altered for complete healing to occur. Recognize the interrelationship and the necessary intimacy of the spine to the extremities. Extremity dysfunction can and does affect the overall performance of the neuromusculoskeletal system. Thus, a “global” method of evaluation, analysis, and management is necessary. Understanding the signs, symptoms, and syndromes in a 'whole body' management format will solidify the practical application of the principles teamed in all modules. The most challenging patients are those that improve, but never completely resolve their complaints. Learn basic algorithms that will aid in establishing or reinforcing practical proficiency in management protocols.
The Founder Dr. Kevin Hearon is an internationally acclaimed expert on extremity adjusting, gait and foot orthotics. He has taught on 13 postgraduate faculties and has published four books, 15 DVDs and a wall chart. Doctors at all levels of athletics have taken courses from Dr. Hearon since 1980. He is the president of the Council on Extremity Adjusting, an international educational organization dedicated to equipping chiropractors in the treatment of extremities.
To Register or for more information please call James at 208-375-7431!!
January 19-20, 2013 TMJ, Ribs and Shoulder Girdle Dr. Jay Randazzo
February 16-17, 2013 Advanced Principles of Upper Extremity Adjusting Dr. Kevin Hearon
March 2-3, 2013 Advanced Principles of Lower Extremity Adjusting Dr. Nancy North
April 20-21, 2013 Foot Gait, and Orthotics Dr. Kevin Hearon
May 4-5, 2013 Advanced Principles of Soft Tissue Dr. Greg Bruno
June 6-7, 2013 Rehabilitation of the Extremities Dr. Paul Hetrick
July 13-14, 2013 Global Assessment of the Extremities Dr. John Downes
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Nutri-West and the Colorado Chiropractic Association present: NUTRITION WITH DAN MURPHY, DC, DABCO
DATES AND TIMES Saturday, May 4, 2013 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2013 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION THE MARRIOTT DENVER SOUTH 10345 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton, CO 80124; 303-925-0004 For questions, call Dr. Toohey, Nutri-West CO, at 303-662-9997 or 866-271-8888.
FEES Licensed Professionals ................... $ 250.00 Students/Assistants ......................... $ 125.00 EASY ON-LINE REGISTRATION http://www.coloradochiropractic.org/ registration/events.cfm
MAY 4 & 5, 2013 DENVER, CO.
Dr. Dan Murphy will provide you with unparalleled expertise in the understanding, assessment and treatment of conditions relating to the relationship of neurology and nutrition in relationship to cellular function. He will simplify biochemical pathways and demystify inflammatory processes, as they relate to pain, inflammation and illness. Therapeutic solutions are covered, such as nutrients and formulas to resolve problems, including omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and high powered nutrients for pain/inflammation, brain/nerve function, etc. WHAT’S NEW? If it’s cutting edge, Dr. Dan Murphy is talking about it! Dr. Dan always provides the most current scientific research on all topics, including: Neurological support and cutting edge research on disc nutrition; Nutrients in the news; Toxins (do you know how much you’re exposed to?) and a detox protocol; children, autism, multiple sclerosis, and infection; Pain statistics and nutritional management; obesity and much more, all fully scientifically referenced! This highly acclaimed and energetic seminar inspires all those who attend. Use Dr. Murphy’s special knowledge and techniques to make your practice even more dynamic!
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Over 1,300 doctors have found peace of mind in offering legal network based discounts to their cash and underinsured patients -like those covered under Medicare- and have grown their practice in the process!
The implementation is simple; no joining fees, you set your own discounts, you stay in control. It couldn’t be easier, and we’ll help you along the way.
ChiroHealthUSA is the network that works for Chiropractic, and over 75,000 patients can attest to that!
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Court Clarifies Who Can Bring Bad Faith Claims against Insurance Companies, but
Questions Remain
Articles, reports, letters, opinions, advertisements, state-ments, and editorial comments in this publication do not necessarily represent the position of the CCA.
Melissa Winthers is an attorney at Fleishman & Shapiro P.C. She represents people who have been injured in collisions and can be reached at 303-861-1000 or [email protected].
By: Attorney Melissa Winthers
On September 27, 2012, the Colorado Court of Appeals issued an opinion allowing a roofer to continue in a bad faith case against Allstate for failing to pay the vendor for roof repairs under a homeowner’s insurance policy. The roofer had contracted with the owners of four homes insured by Allstate to repair their roofs. The contracts provided that the repair costs would be paid from insurance proceeds and granted the roofer full authority to talk with Allstate regarding the insurance claims. The roofer met with Allstate to discuss the four homes and to determine the amount of the claims. The roofer repaired the roofs but later learned that additional repairs were necessary to comply with building codes and to maintain certain manufacturers’ warranties. The roofer made the additional repairs and invoiced Allstate. Allstate paid the claims amounts that were agreed to during the original adjustment, but refused to pay for the additional repairs. The roofer filed suit against Allstate for unreasonable delay and denial of benefits. The trial court ruled that the roofer was not a first-party claimant who was entitled to sue, agreeing with Allstate’s argument that the roofer could not sue since it had no contract with Allstate. On appeal, the Court of Appeals reversed and held that the roofer could sue Allstate for unreasonable delay and denial of benefits.
This is potentially an important decision for health care providers who believe that an insurance company, such as a med pay carrier, is unreasonably delaying and denying payment to them for their services. Whether trial courts apply the language in this case broadly enough to allow providers to sue insurers remains to be seen. One practical suggestion while the issue is being fleshed out is to have your patients sign a formal assignment of their rights under their med pay insurance to you for payment of services. There is still an open question regarding whether judges will limit this ruling to cases such as this one where there was an arrangement made between the insurer and the vendor before the work was done. However, the holding of the case is broad, stating that a repair vendor who brings a claim against an insurer on behalf of its insured qualifies as a first-party claimant under the statute. Stay tuned.
This article is from the February 1962 publication of The Colorado Chiropractor.
Looking Back on
Forward Progress
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The CCA eUpdate is published monthly. Its purpose is to provide news about activities of the various committees and information concerning current developments of interest to the membership. Articles, reports, letters, opinions, advertisements, statements, and editorial comments do not necessarily represent the position of the CCA. No endorsement of any item should be inferred unless specifically identified as the official policy of the CCA. All material may be ed-ited for clarity or space, and publishing decisions are based on quality of writing, timeliness, and potential interest to the readers. The CCA eUpdate reserves the right to edit or reject all materials. The CCA eUp-date accepts advertisements and inserts from a variety of sources, but makes no independent investigation or verification of any claim or statement contained in the advertisements. Inclusion of advertisements should not be interpreted as an endorsement by the CCA of any product or service offered through the advertise-ment program.
Colorado Chiropractic Association The voice of Colorado chiropractic since 1917.www.coloradochiropractic.org - [email protected] E. Hampden Avenue #B-7 Denver, CO 80231-4929 - 303-755-9011 OR 800-829-0339
Standing Meetings2012
Mesa County Chiropractic Association Meeting First Wednesday each monthFebruary 6, 2013 April 3, 2013March 6, 2013 May 1, 2013
12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at UTEC Culinary Restaurant at 2508 Blichman Ave in Grand Junction. You may order ahead by calling 970-255-2641. Please contact Dr. Wes Sheader for more information at [email protected] or 970-254-2954.
Colorado Chiropractic Association Board of Directors Meetinglocations vary - typically 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - please check with CCA for details Next Meeting:Thursday, March 14, 2013
Colorado Women’s Chiropractic AssociationSecond Tuesday of every odd numbered month
March 12th September 10thMay 14th November 12thJuly 9th
7-9 p.m. CCA Conference Center. Each meeting features a guest speaker and an open forum for ideas and discussion. Contact Dr. Rebecca Noren for more info (303) 984-1111 or [email protected]
Colorado State Board of Chiropractic ExaminersUsually 4th Thursday every other month
Colorado State Board of Chiropractic Examiners (CSBCE). Meetings generally start at 9 a.m. Location is 1560 Broadway, Denver. Check the board’s web site for room and agenda: www.dora.state.co.us/chiropractic/boardmeetings.htm
March 21th August 8th May 23th September 26thJuly 25th November 14st
It was milestone time and I was ready for an adventure, something big, time to shake up things. So why not climb Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free standing mountain in the world and the highest on the African continent.
Fourteen others joined me, half of which were medical professionals.
I enjoyed the opportunity to share my chiropractic mission with them as we trekked towards the top.On January 8th our cadre of 14 started the journey and on January 15th twelve of us reached the summit. It took 5 acclimatizing days to reach our base camp at 15,750 feet. It took 7 hours climb to the top of Kili at 19,340 in the second worst conditions that our local guide of over 200 trips to the top had experienced. He estimated the winds to be a constant 40mph and gusting well over 60mph. At that elevation the air is thin indeed , 50% of what we experience at sea level. The ferocity of the wind felt like it was tearing what meager oxygen that was left from us. I had asked for an adventure and I got it.
Along the way I had several opportunities to be in service to others. Some interesting
standouts were; adjusting an Olympic athlete en route to a competition at the Amsterdam airport; treating a Maasai warrior in his village, and having the “peak” experience (pun
intended) of adjusting Max Young the tour operator of Max Adventure Travel on the summit at 19,340 feet.
My patients have asked
me, “How has this changed your life?”
Upon reflection I have to respond that it has not.
What it has done is “add to my life”. I am reminded of several things; that life is short, time is moving fast and that my life here in Denver is exceedingly good. That being present in the moment, situationally aware, using determined persistence, listening to your guides, preparing beforehand, having flexibility (TIA this is Africa) and working with a team (it helps to have a supportive wife) will take you to your ultimate desired destination. The journey may be hard and long, but it is always more fun when shared with others. So I encourage my comrades out there to step out and share who you are with the world in a larger context. Live your life more fully, it is the only one you have.
Dr. Jeff Parker
Journey to the Rooftop of Africa - Dr. Jeff Parker, DC
Dr. Parker takes a look at the knee of a local woman.
Part of the group at the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro
Dr. Parker and fellow climber at the summit.
If you would like to submit a story for the CCA contact Amanda at [email protected]
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UpcomingEvents2012
February 2013
• X-Files Basic TrainingNext Class - Sat. - Sun. Feb. 9-10 **Special Ft. Collins Location**March 9-10 November 16-17July 20-21
Colorado law requires that unlicensed personnel taking ANY TYPE of x-rays (including digital) in chiropractic clinics receive at least 24 hours of training. This course provides 12 hours of training with instructions on how to complete the remaining 12 hours at your clinic.
• Acupuncture CertificationNext Class Feb. 8-10March 8-10 May 17-19April 12-14
Acupuncture 100 hour certification or take individual weekends. 25 CE hours for 4 weekends
• CCEP SeriesBegins in January - Next Class Feb. 16-17March 2-3 June 8-9April 20-21 July 13-14May 4-5
The Council on Extremity Adjusting (CEA) presents the 2013 Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner series. Take the entire series to apply for certification OR take single weekend seminars.
• “Doctored” Screening in LovelandMonday, february 25“Doctored,” the documentary exposing the medical monopoly in America’s healthcare will be showing in Loveland - for tickets contact Dr. Jeremy Overhold at 970-226-6556
• District 4 MeetingTuesday, February 261 Hour of CE - Subject TBD
• District 2 and 3 MeetingWednesday, March 131 Hour of CE on Posture Perfect Sleep - presented by Rick Tardiff
• Chiropractic Clinical NutritionNext Class - Saturday, May 11Saturday, August 10 Saturday, October 12
Dr. David Seaman presents the first of a four part series regarding clinical nutrition. Final class date TBD.
• New Doc Lunch SeriesWednesday, February 27, - Taxes with Sean Manning, CPRJoin new Colorado DCs for lunch and learning from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.Lunches will continually be held on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the CCA Conference Room
• Sports Physical and CPR Combo ClassesCertify to perform Junior High and High School Sports Physicals.
Denver Thurs. April 11Sat. June 15Thurs. Oct. 17
Colorado Springs Sat. May 11Fort Collins Sat. May 18Grand Junction TBD
• Documentation and CPR Combo ClassesKathy Mills Chang fulfills the four required hours of Documentation.Dr. Mark Wolff provides professional level CPR training Denver Thurs. July 11
Sat. Aug. 17Thurs. Oct. 31 - last day for CE
CCA Annual Convention
Fri. Sept. 13 **CPR on Sunday Sept. 15(Bundle Package coming soon with convention registration)
ColoradoSprings Sat. Sept. 28
Fort Collins Sat. Oct. 12
• Annual Convention 2013September 13-15, 2013Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center
Colorado CE Requirements
Licensing Period Nov. 1, 2011 - Oct. 31, 2013
15 Hours CE Nov. 1, 2011 - Oct. 31, 2012
15 Hours CE Nov. 1, 2012 - Oct. 31, 2013
4 Hours CE ofDocumentation and Record keeping
Nov. 1, 2011 - Oct. 31, 2013
All Doctors of Chiropractic must hold a valid Provider Level CPR
Card at all times.
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Executive CommitteeChairman of the Board
Nelson Vetanze, DC, CCEP
President Mike Masteller, D.C. DABCO
1st Vice PresidentRobert Bridge, DC
2nd Vice PresidentKelvin Washington, DC, DACBSP, Dipl., Ac.
Secretary-TreasurerSteve Schuster, DC, LCP
Board of DirectorsDistrict 1 Director/Alternate
Rhonda Jackson, DC/Gary Rademacher, DC
District 2 Director/AlternateRobert Nelson, DC, DACBSP, FICC /
James Farrell, DC
District 3 Director/AlternateCraig Warhurst, DC/Craig Pearson, DC
District 4 Director/AlternateGreg Crawford, DC, DABCO/
Aaron Koepp, DC, DABCO,CCSP,CCST
District 5 Director/AlternateRobert Palmer, DC/
Brian Polvi, DC
CBCE Meeting DatesTHURSDAYS
March 21thMay 23thJuly 25th
September 26thNovember 14th
The Michael Skolnik Medical Transparency Act of 2010
Senate Bill 10-124 enacts the "Michael Skolnik Medical Transparency Act of 2010" to extend reporting requirements to many health care professionals who apply for or renew a license, certification, or registra-tion, on or after July 1, 2011. The Division of Registrations is in the implementation process at this time. Please refer back to www.dora.state.co.us/chiropractic/statutesrulespolicies.htm for additional information as it becomes available.
It is YOUR responsibility as a Colorado doctor of chiropractic to know, understand and adhere to the Practice Act under which you are licensed. To view the Statutes, Rules, and Board Policies for Colorado doctors of chiropractic, visit:
Colorado State Board of Chiropractic Examiners (CBCE)
Program DirectorDeann [email protected]
Staff AssistantLisa [email protected]
1560 Broadway, Suite 1350 Denver, CO 80202 MAIN (303) 894-7800(303) 894-7764 - Fax
www.dora.state.co.us/chiropractic/statuterulespolicies.htm
Licensing [email protected] of practice [email protected]
Board Members and Staff
Colorado Chiropractic Association
The voice of Colorado chiropractic since 1917.8751 East Hampden Avenue #B-7
Denver, CO 80231-4929(303) 755-9011
or (800) 829-0339 Fax (303) 755-1010
e-mail [email protected]
Reprinting of materials is granted, except for materials indicated as copyrighted or reserved, but only upon giving credit to the CCA eUpdate in the reproduction. Reproduction of any other material without credit is prohibited, and if you want to quote or reproduce from any item, call or write for information and permission. Copyright(C) 1989 to present Colorado Chiropractic Association
District 6 Director/AlternateWilliam “Bill” Thomas, DC
District 7 Director/AlternateRandy Roman, DC/Michael Treinen, DC
District 8 Director/AlternateDavid Dickerson, DC
District 9 Director/AlternateShandy Grady, DC/
Lea Yoder, DC
Directors at LargeJill Hutter, DC
Chad Kesner, DC, DACBSP, CCCN, CEDPDavid McClain, DC
Rebecca Heidelberger, DC (alternate)Patrick Ray, DC (alternate)
Staff
Executive DirectorVineta Campau
Membership Development Director
Becci McCormack
Media and Events CoordinatorAmanda Segebart
www.coloradochiropractic.org
Board Meeting Dates
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for locations please contact the CCA
Find your CCA District
Thurs. Jan. 17, 2013Thurs. Mar. 14, 2013Thurs. May 16, 2013Thurs. July 18, 2013Fri. Sept. 13, 2013(annual business meeting)
Click for CCA
By-laws
(revised September 2011)
Please direct INSURANCE questions toCCA Insurance ChairDr. Greg Crawfordemail to: [email protected]
or FAX to 970-493-2105
Medicare Questions - contact Dr. Crawford or
Kathy Mills Chang - [email protected] 1-855- TEAM-KMC
Susan McClelland - [email protected]
ResourcesJoin the Novitas JH MAC Transition email list athttps://www.novitas-solutions.com/transition/jh/lists.html
Join Medicare (CMS) email list:http://www.cms.gov/Medicare/Medicare.html
You will be required to receive claim payments via electronic fund transfer Electronic Funds Transfer form:http://www.cms.gov/Medicare/CMS-Forms/CMS-Forms/Downloads/CMS588.pdfNovitas will acknowledge receipt of your EFT form with a letter.
Provider inquires: 1-855-252-8782
Index for contact info Novitas Solutions:https://www.novitas-solutions.com/contact/index.html
Check Local Coverage Determinations (LCD) with Novitas:https://www.novitas-solutions.com/policy/jh/l32718-r4.html
Navigating Novitas Solutions website start here:https://www.novitas-solutions.com/site-map.html
PLEASE NOTE: Kathy Mills Chang and Susan McClelland are consultants in this arena and may require a fee for extensive questions.
Insurance Assistance
Part B Claims for COLORADONovitas SolutionsAttn: Part B ClaimsPO Box 890107 Camp Hill, PA 17089-0107
Send Claims to:Noviats Payer ID: 04112
Policyholders of NCMIC’s Malpractice Insurance Plan will soon receive apremium dividend for the 17th year in a row.* As of 2013, NCMIC willhave returned more than $112 million to policyholders.
The premium dividend is just one of many reasons our D.C.s appreciateNCMIC. Take it from Dr. John D’Amanda:
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Dr. R. A. Foxworth, FICC, MCS-PPresident, ChiroHealthUSA
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Phone: 1-888-719-9990Fax: 1-888-685-2220
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By Dr. R. A. Foxworth, FICC, MCS-P
Ask ten chiropractors what would most transform their practice, and nine of them will say New Patient Mastery. It makes sense. New patients are the life’s blood of a growing, thriving practice—but they also require more time and attention, education, and salesmanship from you and your staff. How can you streamline and secure new patient procedures so that this vital process flows easily and organically from the point of first contact?
New Patient Phone ProceduresThe first, and possibly the most critical, procedure for your staff to master is the new patient phone call. A great way to start is to establish specific appointment blocks for scheduling new patients. Some offices like to cluster these in the middle of each shift; other practices prefer to place new patients at the bottom of each hour (9:30, 10:30, etc.). Still others hold by a looser, “We Accept New Patients Any Time” policy. It doesn’t really matter which you pick. The key is to be consistent, and to provide an easy, standardized scheduling procedure for your front desk staff. Take the time this week to decide upon and set a standard for your practice. And clearly communicate this to your team.
New Patient Examination ProcessIt’s easy for busy doctors like us to fall into a routine and overlook the obvious, such as maximizing the intake process. Obviously, this is less than ideal from a diagnostic perspective—but it’s also bad business. Spending the time to take a thorough patient history and perform a thorough exam will, not only leave you better-informed about your new patient’s issues, but it will also boost your bottom line. How? By doing a thorough intake, you can bill for a more appropriate—and often higher—EM code, with the accompanying higher fee. Time spent early on with new patients allows you to increase your efficiency as the relationship develops, and continues to pay off over time.
New Patient PaymentsSometimes front desk staff dislike fielding the question, “How much does it cost to see the doctor?” because new patients aren’t always happy with the answer. You can make this problem virtually disappear by becoming
a ChiroHealthUSA provider. ChiroHealthUSA allows you to legally set up your own routine initial visit with a capped fee. Imagine what a relief it will be to your front desk staff to be able to tell uninsured, underinsured or partially insured new patients, “Your initial visit with the doctor will be no more than $125” (or whatever amount you choose—with ChiroHealthUSA, you, the doctor, set the fee schedule). For that matter, imagine the relief prospective patients will feel upon hearing they can afford such valuable care!Removing the dread from answering that all-important financial question will make your front desk staff’s job so much easier. And let’s face it, when your front desk is happy, odds are good that everyone else is, too!
Use this month to improve your efficiency and outcomes as a team by committing to refining your New Patient procedures. Go to www.ChiroHealthUSA.com to attend a webinar to learn more about how we can help you in this essential process.
Dr. Foxworth is a certified Medical Compliance Specialist and President of ChiroHealthUSA. A practicing Chiropractor, he remains “in the trenches” facing challenges with billing, coding, documentation and compliance. Dr. Foxworth is a 1984 Honors Graduate, (Cum Laude), of Cleveland Chiropractic College in Kansas City, MO. He served as Staff Chiropractor for the G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center 4 years and is a member of the American Chiropractic Association and a 3 term past-president of the Mississippi Chiropractic Association. He was voted by his peers as Chiropractor of the Year for several years and is currently a Fellow of the International College of Chiropractic. He was appointed to the Mississippi State Board of Health by Governor Kirk Fordice and again by Governor Ronnie Musgrove and served 12 years, two of them as Chairman. You can contact Dr. Foxworth at 1-888-719-9990, [email protected] or visiting the ChiroHealthUSA website at www.chirohealthusa.com
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REGISTER ON-LINE at www.coloradochiropractic.org/registration/events.cfm or call the CCA
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Join us for a free lunch and conversation about how to start, continue or revive your practice.Veteran DC’s are welcome to come, share your knowledge and learn.
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RSVP online, phone, fax, email303-755-9011 or [email protected]
Taxes with Sean Manning, CPA February 27thKnow Your Rights, Regulatory Issues with Deann Conroy DORA March 27th
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Chiropractors come out of college with a lot of knowledge about philosophy and technique, as well as clinical acumen. Rarely do graduates also have an innate ability to drive business, market themselves and manage staff. Usually, when a practice is new, there is more time than money, but focusing the time can be difficult. The CCA invites you to join us and for lunch on the last Wednesday of every month to do just that, focus. A place to relate with other D.C.’s, talk about practice building ideas, figure out what works and learn from experts in the field, for free. (No CE available for lunch series) The CCA is designed to support. We’re here to help you figure out your own practice with guidelines, regulations and suggestions that have helped those who came before you.
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By submitting this application I am committing to a minimum of 1 year membership, at said level, with the Colorado Chiropractic Association (CCA): I agree to uphold the code of ethics and bylaws of the Association and to abide by the rules and regulations set forth, including timely payment of dues. If I wish to cancel membership I will do so in writing. I understand that by providing my fax number, e-mail address, and other business/personal information; I hereby consent to receive faxes, e-mails, texts and other electronic communication sent by, or on behalf of, the Colorado Chiropractic Association unless I notify the CCA to remove my info from the communication list.
Dues Schedule - Please check one: ENHANCED membership DC (4 years or more in practice) $65.72 Monthly $744.57 Annually $1,500 Annually BRONZE
DC Spouse $17 Monthly $200 Annually Contact the CCA for MORE info on enhanced options.
DC (3 years in practice) $40 Monthly $456 Annually
DC (2 years in practice) $20 Monthly $228 Annually
DC New Graduate $10 Monthly $114 Annually
DC Retired $32 Monthly $363 Annually
DC Non-resident of Colorado or Licensed Non-practicing $75 Annually
Non-DC member/Student $35 Annually
If paying by check, make payable to CCA
MONTHLY DUES CAN BE PAID AUTOMATICALLY - Please select an option below for EASY PAY CC#: _____________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date:
(MC, Visa, AMEX, or Discover)
OR deduct from my checking or savings account BANK NAME:________________________________________
Account #____________________________________________________Routing #:_________________________________or submit voided checkI authorize the CCA to initiate, on or about the 20th of each month, debit entries to my credit card or bank account as specified above, for the minimum of 12 months from sign up date. I understand that dues will be adjusted if my membership classification changes. This agreement will remain in affect unless I notify the CCA in writing to cancel it.
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Dues are deductible as an ordinary business expense. Contributions or gifts to the Colorado Chiropractic Association are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses subject to restrictions imposed as a result of association lobbying activities. The CCA estimates that the non-deductible portion of your annual dues - the portion which is allocated to lobbying - is 21%.
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Get to know the new CCA members in your area!Please contact the doctors in your area and
welcome them to Colorado and the CCA.
It’s EASY - Contact information available at needchiro.com
or call the CCA 303.755.9011 or 800.829.0339
EnhancedMembership
A SPECIAL Thank You to the following generousCCA Enhanced Members
Fred Blesch, DCRobert Borman, DCJennifer Crismon, DCGlynn Hopkins, II, DCLarry Low, DCCraig Warhurst, DC
The Colorado Chiropractic Association offers enhanced
membership opportunities to help support YOU, your patients, and the chiropractic profession in Colorado. Your enhanced
membership will be used to fund legislative activity at the state level AND the care and maintenance of the CCA office – the headquarters
for chiropractic in Colorado!
Thank Youto ALL CCA Members
for your support of the CCA and the Colorado chiropractic profession
to the WELCOME!
NEW Colorado Members
Jonathan WeimerDenver
Michelle WozniakParker
Elizabeth KincaidDenver
Jeanne DesRocheCentennial
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Club membersClub CCA members provide on-going support for the CCA and
the chiropractic profession through advertising, donations, and the excellent products and services they provide to Colorado DCs.
PLEASE consider a club CCA member for your chiropractic product and service needs.
Vendors: Find out how YOU can become a club CCA member at http://www.coloradochiropractic.org/headlines/files/ClubCCA2.pdf
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nutritional supplements and education
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insurance billing
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cash discount program
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Sharon Anable, DCJoseph Arvay, DCPaul Austin, DCAndreas Ballard, DCJason Barnes, DCDavid Barton, DCChristine Bender, DCRichard Bergeron, DCBonnie Borman, DCWilliam Borman, DCDavid Boyd, DCTimothy Brady, DCBob Bridge, DCDouglas Chapman, DCMartin Claus, DCJack Cody, DC Greg Crawford, DCTim Cummings, DCLee Dimick, DCJoe Dziezgowski, DCEric Dzwonkowski, DCAlfred Euhus, DCJim Farrell, DCDoug Forsstrom, DCBrian Foster, DCRoger Franz, DCDonna Frendt, DCDon Gibson, DCKelly GradyShandy Grady, DCEric Graves, DCKeith Graves, DCBrad Gulla, DCJay Hafner, DCGreg Haitz, DCPamela Hart, DCTed Hasty, DCRebecca Heidelberger, DCJulie Henderson, DCBruce Hextel, DC
THANK YOUPAC contributors!
James Hoffman, DCCandice Huffman, DCGlen Hultgren, DCJill Hutter, DCRhonda Jackson, DCRob Jackson, DCDouglas Jones, DCJack Kimura, DCAaron Koepp, DCMandy Kreager, DCTodd Kreager, DCHal Lease, DCCarrie Linn, DCVincent Loparco, DCKeith Lundburg, DCJeffery Maen, DCLuis Marquez, DCRobert Masteller, DCCharles McDonald, DCHeather Meinke, DCIsaac Mooberry, DCSteve Mooring, DCTim Murphy, DCBob Nelson, DCRebecca Noren, DCGlen Pinto, DCPhillip Pollock, DCPaola Porrone, DCDean Raffelock, DCPatrick Ray, DCTim Rinn, DCCheryl Rodebaugh, DC
CC-PAC ClubCC PAC Club
Members 2010-2012Jeremy Rodgers, DCRandy Roman, DCWilliam Salsman, DCJay Sanders, DCSue Schappert, DCSteve Schuster, DCBrock Schwartz, DCTrenton Scott, DCP.A. Skoviak, DCRandy Snyder, DCMike Springfield, DCCraig Stimson, DCMatt Storey, DCCraig Smith, DCScott Smith, DCWilliam Strempel, DCBrian Stutz, DCSteve Sussex, DCMichael Sutter, DCShad Sutton, DCBill Thomas, DCHung Tran, DCMichael Treinen, DCWally Unruh, DCNelson Vetanze, DCKeith Wagner, DCCraig Warhurst, DCGail and John Warner, DCJames Whidden, DCMonty Wilburn, DCMark Wolff, DCJohn Wyatt, DC
Charge my credit card $_____ (up to $550) as a one time donation to the current CC-PAC fund
Charge my credit card $____ now, and, $____on _________ (month) 1st and $____on __________ (month) 1st
Charge my credit card $100 now, and $100 on January 1st and $100 on June 1st
Charge my credit card $50 now, and $50 on January 1st and $50 on June 1st
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You may also donate by check - please make payable to CC-PAC $_________
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Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________Date: ________________I authorize the CC-PAC Club to initiate debit entries to my debit/credit card as specified above. This agreement will remain in affect unless I notify the CC-PAC Club in writing to cancel it.
PLEASE scan and email to [email protected] OR fax to 303-755-1010Questions? Call 800.829.0339 or 303.755.9011
Why join the club? Donating to the CC-PAC, Colorado Chiropractic Political Action Committee, is the best way to protect your patients rights and patient access to chiropractic treatment in Colorado. Your contribution will be used to support positive, pro-chiropratic contacts with state legislators. Each Colorado legislative session fosters issues that impact doctors of chiropractic and their patients. The Colorado Chiropractic Association, CCA, keeps updated on these issues and together with our lobbyists push for a pro-chiropractic agenda. There is always a need for a well-funded PAC. Please contribute today. Thank you! (Staff, spouse, family, friends and patients can contribute too.)
The Campaign Finance Reform Act establishes rules on contributions to PACs (Political Action Committees) in Colorado. The maximum contribution an individual can make to a PAC is $550 per election cycle (every two years). For example, an election cycle is from December 2012 to December 2014. Corporate/business checks are allowed as well as checks from individual accounts. A husband and wife may make a single $800 contribution if the contribution is done from a joint checking account. Each family member may contribute with their own personal account, but only one contribution can be made from a joint account. In addition, contributions can be made directly to candidate campaigns by individuals up to $400 each two-year election cycle ($200 for the primary election and $200 for the general election). Please include your current address, profession/employer with your contributions to make it easier for the candidates to properly report.
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