Category: Acupuncture Billing

Cash flow is the amount of cash a business generates and uses in a given period. Understanding cash flow as part of your business plan is essential to ensure that the practice has enough money to pay its bills and invest in its future growth. Projecting cash flow in a medical practice can be daunting, […]

Opening a holistic healthcare practice is an exciting and challenging endeavor that requires careful planning and preparation. A business plan is a critical tool that can help you to organize your thoughts, set goals, and create a roadmap for your practice's success. In this blog post, we will discuss the steps on how to establish […]

Opening a holistic medicine practice can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it is also a significant financial investment. As a healthcare consultant, I want to share some critical business advice and tips for opening your first practice. First and foremost, it is essential to have a clear and comprehensive business plan in place […]

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years and has steadily gained popularity as a complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for various health conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture as a safe and effective treatment for multiple conditions, including pain, infertility, and addiction. As we move into 2023, several trends in acupuncture are […]

When it comes to expanding government coverage of holistic and complementary treatments, the task of getting everyone on board can be tedious and take years for legislative consideration. Delivering substantial and comprehensive evidence of the benefits of holistic treatments, including M54.59, helps streamline the process and make a compelling case for incorporating integrative medicine into […]

In recent years, there have been tremendous advances in legislation expanding the coverage that Medicare provides to millions of seniors around the country. In particular, expanding coverage to include holistic medicine has been most notable with the recognition—albeit limited recognition—of acupuncture services to treat chronic lower back pain which happened in early 2020. This relationship […]

Many acupuncture providers have trouble deciding whether or not to join insurance networks, and what’s right for one practice may not be right for another. There are both positive and negative aspects of joining an acupuncture insurance billing network, depending on your geographic location and your practice’s needs, but understanding the pros and cons requires […]

The world of insurance billing is complex, and even more so for holistic practices. Accurate coding and billing practices ensure a streamlined reimbursement process so your practice can get paid and deliver the best care to your patients. Current Procedure Terminology, or CPT codes, are used to document the majority of medical procedures performed by […]

As demands for holistic medicine increase from people seeking relief from a variety of conditions, more research is conducted to determine and affirm how effective these treatments can be. These studies are important both for validating the effectiveness of holistic medicine and quantifying how alternative treatments can be used. For example, acupuncture is often incorporated […]

The acupuncture industry has seen many significant changes since the start of 2021. Recent changes in policies are impacting how acupuncturists provide services for Cigna members.  Let’s review what you need to know about the Cigna ASH policy changes.  What Changed With Cigna and American Specialty Health (ASH)? American Specialty Health (ASH) is now managing […]

How committed is your team to make your acupuncture practice the best it can be? From your medical billing department to your clinical staff to your front desk reps, everyone involved in day-to-day business around your holistic practice should be motivated to help you become a top-of-the-line medical establishment. In order to understand how well […]

Did you know the healthcare industry loses more than $150 billion a year to no-shows alone? While there are a variety of reasons patients might miss their appointments, like simple forgetfulness or something unexpected taking precedence, it’s in your holistic practice’s best interest to implement a no-show policy. Without one in place, you’re leaving money […]