San Jose, CA. – August 5, 2020 – The majority of Americans in Generation Z, ages 18 to 24, reported they first experienced chronic neck, shoulder or back pain when they were younger than age 16, according to survey results released today from the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about the value of chiropractic care. Results also show Americans ages 18 to 24 embrace non-conventional pain management methods based on perceived effectiveness over cost and convenience.
CMS has approved the updated ABN form with an expiration date of 6/30/2023. The deadline date for use of this updated form, originally mandated by August 31, 2020, has been extended to 1/1/2021 due to the pandemic. The renewed form may be implemented prior to the mandatory deadline. Read on for links to the form, instructions and important clarifications.
From a risk management perspective and for the health and safety of you, your staff, and your patients, it is a good idea to question those coming into your offices to minimize the potential for the spread of COVID-19. Read on for a sample form your patients can review and complete prior to entering your office or prior to receiving treatment. Maintaining signed copies in your patient files is just one additional step you take as a safety precaution against the spread of COVID in your office.
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