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Who is the Kentucky Association of Chiropractors?

The Kentucky Association of Chiropractors is made up of a large diversity of doctors around the state of Kentucky. The elected officers are long time members of the KAC and diligently work to protect chiropractic in the state. Multiple seminars are presented throughout the year which provide valuable information as well as continuing education credits.

Our Purpose

The object and purpose of the KAC is to unite chiropractors in the promotion of chiropractic and to foster relationships among its members.

The KAC's 2009 Annual Convention is approaching

2009 KAC Annual Convention September 18, 19 & 20, 2009 University Plaza Hotel, Bowling Green, KY

Print your convention and golf scramble registration forms here.

The March 2009 issue of The Voice is out

The Voice is the KAC's information publication that is mailed directly to members at no charge as a benefit of membership. It a print form of all the current and recent information available. If you are not a member but would like to receive The Voice, subscriptions are available through the KAC's working office.

The March 2009 Issue includes:

Send this letter to Anthem

Once again Anthem has decreased reimbursement for some chiropractic services. While raising the adjustment codes slightly they have significantly decreased all E&M codes. If you feel this is unfair please make it known by following the link below, signing your name and email and hitting the send button. We appreciate your support of fair reimbursement in Kentucky.

Click here for a new page with the letter

Patient Health benefits Questionaire

Chiropractic patients have repeatedly expressed their concerns regarding the restriction of their benefits to their providers. The Kentucky Association of Chiropractors (KAC) and the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) have taken note of certain practices used by managed care networks. The KAC and ACA are bringing such practices to the attention of state and federal regulators so that chiropractic patients can obtain the care delineated in their plan of health coverage.

We need your help in quantifying and identifying those issues. Please download, print and fill out as many copies of the Patient Benefit Questionnaire as you need.

The 2009 Convention Speaker has been chosen.

The speaker for the KAC's annual 2009 convention will be Dr. Sue Brown. You can read about her below:

From the BGI website:

"There is an innate wisdom in the body which inspires, heals, coordinates and motivates every action and reaction." When I first read this statement 17 years ago, it struck me to the core. This philosophy is the foundation of Chiropractic and is the reason I choose it as my profession. I did not become a Chiropractor to treat back pain, cure diseases, or to stop symptoms. I became a Chiropractor to release the body's innate wisdom so that the body and the individual could heal. This is the true nature of Chiropractic. As we go through life and all its experiences, stresses and challenges ( I call these Seismic Events of Life), if we are unable to integrate spiritually, this then creates tension, discord and dis-ease in the body which then interferes with the communication of the innate wisdom. This diminishes the body's ability to adapt and heal which keeps the individual in a state of dis-ease. Chiropractic releases this interference allowing the bodyŸs innate wisdom to more freely communicate. The model of adjusting I developed (Bio-Geometric Integration) is based on the geometry of the body. The human body is perfectly formed when perfectly proportioned. By accessing the innate geometry we can more efficiently and gently release the stored experiences of the past, allowing the individual to live healthy and wholly in the present. Bio-Geometric Integrationû (BGI) is based on the innate geometry of the body and is grounded in the principles of Chiropractic.

Check her credentials at the BGI Institutes website here.

New Workers Compensation Fee Schedule Updates

Dwight T. Lovan, Commissioner of the Department of Workers’ Claims has issued the 2008 Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Medical Fee Schedule for Physicians. The new Fee Schedule became effective July 31, 2008 by emergency regulation. A Public Hearing regarding the regulation to adopt the new Fee Schedule is scheduled for August 21, 2008 to allow further input from interested parties.

I reviewed the fee schedule draft and attended the stakeholders meeting in Frankfort representing the KAC and profession on April 29, 2008. I made recommendations and provided input regarding chiropractic related issues. After reviewing the final draft, I am pleased with the outcome.

Fees for CMT codes remained the same or increased slightly. The same holds true for modalities except for 97010 hot/cold packs which is no longer a reimbursed service. Also there has been a change for calculating fees for supplies and durable medical equipment (DME) such as supports and other supplies. The use of E/M codes remains the same with some increase of fees for exams and re-exams.

A complete copy of the 378 page Fee Schedule is available by sending a check or money order to:
Department of Workers’ Claims
657 Chamberlin Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
ATTN: Administrative Services – Fee Schedule Request

The cost is $35 for CD and $70 for the Book/CD combination. Checks should be made payable to Kentucky State Treasurer. For further ordering info call 502-564-5550 extension 4473.

I have prepared a summary of key changes which KAC members can access through the “Members Only” section. Active members can get their pass code by emailing Janice at the KAC office at kac@thekac.org. Remember, the new Fee Schedule completely replaces the 2005 Fee Schedule and became effective July 31, 2008 for all fees.

If you have questions, KAC members can contact me via e-mail at kac@thekac.org.

Dick Broeg

Medicare ABN update -- 2008 (Update)

UPDATE: Mandatory start date extended to March 1st 2009.

The mandatory date to have the new form in use has been extended by Medicare from September 1st 2008 to March 1st 2009, but implementation can be started anytime prior to that date.

Medicare's new ABN form now gives the patient a new option:

OPTION 2. I want the items or services listed above, but do not bill Medicare. You may ask to be paid now as I am responsible for payment. I cannot appeal if Medicare is not billed.
If the patient checks this box maintenance care should not be billed to Medicare. If the patient does not check this box, you MUST BILL MEDICARE.

There are many companies claiming you do not have to bill maintenance care any longer, but that is not entirely true. Do not fall into this trap. CMS and the OIG are looking for this and have promised to investigate thoroughly.

Download the attached six page update with this and more information as well as the new ABN form.

pdf image Medicare ABN update explanation and form

Members can also download two separate sample ABN forms in the members only section. If you do not know your member username or password, simply send an e-mail request to the KAC office at kac@thekac.org.

All Medicare & Medicaid changes, including requirements for these ABN forms, will be covered in detail at the L.B. Payne Insurance Seminar in Louisville,  January 17th and 18th, 2009.  Continuing Education Hours available.

Nick Payne, D.C.

New members only bulletin board

We have started a new members only bulletin board. Here you can post topics and have discussions about those topics. You will also be able to gather information and experience from other doctors who are participating on the board.

Visit the new board by logging into the members only section.

Anthem Requests Refund for Massage - KAC taking action

Anthem has begun to request refunds of monies paid to chiropractors in Kentucky that have billed massage (CPT code 97124) under the chiropractor’s credentials, but performed by a massage therapist in the chiropractic office. They are stating that it is their policy to only reimburse for massage performed by a chiropractor or a physical therapist. The KAC is currently investigating this activity to formulate a formal response.

Download the KAC's full letter for more information.

Read up on the latest news in Kentucky

Check out the news page to read up on the following stories.

Dr. Michael Seibert elected KAC's 2008 Chiropractor of the Year.
Representative Dennis Keene elected KAC's 2008 Legislator of the Year.

Please Give Us Your Contact Information

We need every chiropractor in Kentucky's information! Letting you know the latest information on what is happening with chiropractic in the state of Kentucky is important to us. We can reach most doctors through regular snail mail but because it takes so long anything that needs immediate action cannot be sent this way.

Please visit our Doctor Contact page and update your name, fax number, and email address information so that you can be contacted and kept up to date on important and time sensative matters in the state regarding chiropractic.

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