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For chiropractic practices, understanding the distinction between fraud and abuse and how the new codes can increase your vulnerability is vital to compliance.

Artificial intelligence is everywhere—but is it HIPAA compliant? In this HelpDesk episode, healthcare IT expert Jill from Easy Tech Compliance breaks down what chiropractors need to know before using AI tools in their practice. Learn how to protect patient data, confirm vendor compliance, and understand your shared responsibility when integrating AI with your EHR system. Jill explains how HIPAA applies to AI services, what new security rules are coming, and what steps you should take to stay compliant.

In this KMC University HelpDesk episode, Dr. Erin Stubblefield explains the difference between medically necessary care and clinically appropriate care in chiropractic. Learn how to determine when treatment is billable under insurance and when it’s simply appropriate for patient well-being but not reimbursable. Dr. Erin breaks down the four components of medical necessity — patient complaint, objective findings, functional deficit, and plan of care — and clarifies how to document both compliant and non-billable care correctly. Avoid common billing errors, strengthen your documentation, and stay compliant while providing the best care possible.

Get ready for ICD-10 annual code changes! In this HelpDesk video, Dr. Erin Stubblefield shares how chiropractors can prepare their teams, update software, and document accurately for a smooth transition and compliant billing.