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Arizona Chiropractic Society -
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June, 2014
Issue No. 1406
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Senator Nancy Barto Named 2014 Legislator of the Year





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SENATOR NANCY BARTO NAMED 2014 LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR

Plans for 2015 Legislative Session Unveiled


Senator Nancy Barto, representing Northeast Phoenix, has been named the 2014 chiropractor legislator of the year. She was the prime sponsor of all of the chiropractic bills last session including the bill to make copays for chiropractic care the same as they are for PCPs, the bill to make the chiropractic insurance equality law enforceable, and the bill to add chiropractic to AHCCCS. But she didn't just sponsor these bills and sit back to see what happened. She worked hard on these bills all the way to the end of the session to try to get them passed and very nearly succeeded, thus laying the groundwork for a successful session beginning in January, 2015. The entire profession is deeply grateful to Sen. Barto for her extraordinary efforts. We will be working to ensure her reelection in the fall campaigns. You can thank Sen. Barto by sending her an email at nbarto@azleg.gov. You can contribute to her campaign through her webpage at http://nancybarto.com/wordpress/ .
Legal notice: This solicitation is being done independently of Sen. Barto's campaign and there is no expense involved. There has been no coordination with Sen. Barto's campaign.

 

In January, 2015, ACS will work hard again to pass a copay bill to make copays for chiropractic care the same as they are for PCPs. We would have passed committee and had a vote by the full Senate if one Senator had not be absent on a crucial day. We will also be working hard again to pass legislation to make our insurance equality law enforceable. Right now, the courts have ruled that the Arizona Department of Insurance (ADOI) does not have to enforce the law even if there are clear violations. This must not stand and ACS will fight hard to overturn it.

 

Of note is the fact that the AAC is not working on either of the above-described bills. They have decided to work on an AHCCCS bill that requires referral from an MD or DO before a DC can be seen. The Legislature put a price tag of $1 million on this bill which averages out to about $500 for every Arizona DC. In sharp contrast, if the ACS bills pass and health insurance funds begin to flow again, it is estimated that $100 million would be released to Arizona chiropractors, an average of $60,000 per DC. You can see why ACS has set its priorities of copay and insurance equality legislation first and AHCCCS legislation second.

 

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WE MUST ELECT FORMER SENATOR
LINDA GRAY

 

Former Senator Linda Gray is running for a seat in the House of Representatives from the Prescott area and we must do everything possible to ensure that she succeeds. Just a few short years ago she served in the Senate and was the champion of chiropractic legislation. You can send contributions of up to $2,000 per individual to Elect Linda Gray, 2979 Southpark, Prescott, AZ  86305. Her efforts came very close to passing a copay bill. If elected, she will work hard to pass chiropractic bills again. She really needs our help so dig deep and do whatever you can to help her. Legal notice: This solicitation is being done independently of Sen. Gray's campaign and there is no expense involved. There has been no coordination with Sen. Gray's campaign.

 

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REAL RELIEF WILL COME FROM PENDING LAWSUITS

 

Lawsuits which will soon be filed will provide needed relief for Arizona chiropractors. There are two lawsuits pending. The first is based on Section 2706 of the federal Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare, which requires that payments to DCs for specific services be the same as they are to MDs and DOs unless there are differences in performance or quality measures which there are not. For example, DCs get paid by ASHN $18 for all physical medicine services per visit whereas MDs and DOs get paid 3-4 times more. This is clearly illegal according to our attorneys. A lawsuit will be filed over the disparities dating back to 01/01/14. Doctors will be paid retroactively for the difference in payment amounts and for the future the payments will increase. Payment per visit could increase by up to $50 per visit.

 

The second lawsuit will challenge the right to perform precertification since the requirement for precertification is not being applied equally to MDs, DOs and DCs. The lawsuit will also challenge the ASHN tiering system since patients get different amounts of care depending on the tier level their chiropractor is in. Many other aspects of the ASHN structure will be challenged. This will be a class action lawsuit and so your practice will be covered. No more illusory benefit where BCBS claims it covers chiropractic but then only pays $4 out of a $44 visit, a total of 9% paid by the insurer. This is not insurance coverage when the insurer only pays 9% of the cost of the visit and the patient pays 91%. It is consumer fraud.

 

These class action lawsuits will start out with one DC and one BCBS policyholder and we have each in place, ready to go. The lawsuit documents are being finalized at this time. Expect the lawsuits to be filed in the near future and then relief will be in sight. This has been a gargantuan undertaking considering the research necessary and the need to supply the attorneys with all needed BCBS and ASHN documents. Many doctors have helped from across the state and we are most grateful for their help and time. It will now pay off. If you have any questions about the lawsuits, be sure to contact ACS. We are the only state association willing to file lawsuits to solve the profession's problems with the AAC vowing never to follow this route for unexplained reasons. It appears they do not want to disrupt their friendships with the insurance companies. From the ACS perspective, we are not friends with those who would destroy our profession.

 

Historically, lawsuits have made a huge difference for chiropractors. Think back to Wilk v. AMA where Charles Wilk, DC and 5 DCs sued the AMA in the late 1970s alleging antitrust lawsuits. The lawsuit was finally won in 1989 and as a result you can now work with MDs in your practice and the AMA no longer works to eliminate the chiropractic profession. The lawsuits planned by ACS will have just as powerful an impact. They are not easy to create and file but we are pursuing this route nonetheless. We have the best attorneys in country on our side and so are confident the lawsuits will be filed and ultimately won.

 

 

PROFESSION DELIGHTED ACS HAS REHIRED DEBRA BRIMHALL PEARSON AS LOBBYIST

 

The profession has expressed great delight over ACS' decision to rehire Debra Brimhall Pearson as its legislative lobbyist. Debra worked for ACS for about five years in the mid-2000s and then took a break to run her family business and pursue a master's degree and doctorate and now is available to work for ACS again. Doctors who were members in the mid-2000s remember the incredible energy and passion that Debra brought to the job. For Debra, it was not a job, it was a calling. Debra literally has more faith and confidence in chiropractic than most chiropractors and firmly believes that chiropractic must thrive and grow. ACS is thrilled that Debra accepted our offer to come to work for us and we are very excited about our prospects in 2015 with Debra aboard. Thank you, Debra! 

 


PERSONAL INJURY CASES: LaBOMBARD COMMON FUND DOCTRINE DEMANDS TO REDUCE YOUR BILLS BY ONE-THIRD

 

Have you received a letter from an attorney in a PI case saying you have to reduce your fee by one-third because of the LaBombard case and the common fund doctrine? If you have not yet received such a letter, we promise that you will. Most attorneys believe the legal case called "LaBombard" and commonly described as the common fund doctrine gives them the right to demand you pay the attorney one-third of your medical bills to compensate the attorney for his or her work in collecting your bill. We strongly disagree with this decision and have secured a legal opinion from our health care attorney which supports our position. Members can find the legal opinion in two parts on the ACS webpage under Member Benefits, PI Tools. It has been repeatedly reported to ACS that when these documents have been used, the attorney asserting the LaBombard demands has given up and paid the full bill. Non-members can access these documents by joining ACS online at www.AZChiropractors.org. 

 

 

THE TIME TO JOIN ACS IS NOW!

 

If you are not already a member, the time to join ACS is now! The profession is facing unprecedented challenges, and action by a strong association is the only solution. A powerful legislative agenda and lawsuits against BCBS and ASHN plus others are absolutely necessary. ACS also offers the most comprehensive set of member benefits of any association in the country. In addition, as a member, you have full access to Dr. Immerman to have all of your questions answered. ACS is nearly a full-fledged practice management association when you add together the member benefits and the consulting from Dr. Immerman yet the cost is only $100 per month. ACS is your information center, the place to go to find solutions to your practice problems. You can join online at www.AZChiropractors.org. ACS has been serving Arizona chiropractors since 1991. Make the smart choice and join today! We are now offering one free answer to a question you might have. Give us a try and see how valuable it is to be a member.

 

 

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URGE YOUR MEMBER OF CONGRESS TO SIGN ONTO SCHRADER LETTER

 

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) contains a variety of important consumer-oriented provisions, one of which is Section 2706 (non-discrimination in health care) that is intended to prevent insurance industry discrimination against whole types of licensed and certified health care professionals, a practice which has the practical effect of denying patients their ability to choose the health care provider of their choice for the treatment of covered services.

 

Unfortunately, Section 2706 is in danger of being undermined and watered down, due to the behind-the-scenes influence of the insurance industry and others, who are working hard to influence HHS in a way that would eviscerate the provision and to prevent its implementation as intended by the drafters of the law.

 

To help ensure the appropriate implementation of Section 2706, we are urging your Member of Congress to sign onto an important "Dear Colleague Letter" on this issue. The signed letter will then be directed to the Secretary of HHS and the Obama Administration.

 

Please help us take action by sending a message to your Member of Congress to make a positive stand to protect patient choice in health care.

 

Click HERE http://capwiz.com/aca/issues/alert/?alertid=63196716> to send an email or letter to your representative.

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TOXIN OVERLOAD: "TOXEMIA"

           

Toxin or poison overload, called "toxemia," is an age-old concept that you must understand to protect your health. Many health problems come from toxemia. 

           

Toxemia results from accumulation in the body of chemicals which are toxic in any amount, or chemicals which are not toxic in normal amounts but become toxic when they are present in excessive amounts. Toxic chemicals inflict damage on the body.

           

Chemicals which are toxic when present in any amount include arsenic, lead, lye, mercury, asbestos, botulism poison, etc.  These chemicals will cause severe illness.  Lead poisoning from eating paint chips, for example, causes severe brain damage.

           

Chemicals which are not toxic when present in normal amounts but which become toxic when present in excessive amounts may cause severe illness. To understand this picture the body as a funnel with food being poured into the larger opening.  There are only three things the body can do with the food: burn it for energy, use it for building blocks, or eliminate it via the intestines, kidneys, lungs, skin and other routes.  But, as represented by the smaller end of the funnel, the body has only a limited capacity to process foods. 

           

The body makes hundreds of changes to the food between the top and the bottom of the funnel.  Chemical A is converted to chemical B which is converted into chemical C, then D, then E, etc.  When you eat too much the funnel gets overloaded causing a backup.  The result is a great increase in the amounts of all body chemicals (A, B, C, D E, etc.) known as "intermediary metabo­lites" (IM's) Many of these chemicals are known to be toxic when present in excessive amounts, and they frequently cause illness.

           

For example, it is well known that IM's accelerate the aging process by causing the development of cross linkages between protein molecules.  Cross linkages cause joint stiffness, wrinkling and overall deterioration of the body. 

           

Biochemists are very familiar with some of the most common IM's such as pyruvic acid, malic acid, fumaric acid, and al­pha ketoglutaric acid.  These chemicals are known to be disease producing when present in excessive amounts.  Eating more food than your body can handle causes a buildup of such chemicals which results in damage to the body. 

           

Hundreds of scientific studies have shown that eating a relatively small amount of food will delay aging.  This is because the body is able to completely process all of the food when less is eaten so there is no buildup of the IM's which speed up the aging process.

           

There are many other normal body chemicals which cause disease when present in excessive amounts.  Cholesterol is one of the most famous.  It is needed to form chemicals to assist digestion and absorption of fats, manufacture many hormones which regulate body function, and construct the membranes which enclose all body cells.  Dietary sources of cholesterol are meats, dairy products, and eggs.  If excessive amounts of these foods are eaten the blood cholesterol level will soar and the risk of a heart attack or stroke will increase. 

Triglycerides are the fats in food and in the bloodstream.  They are an important source of energy for the body.  Triglycerides come from the saturated fats in animal foods, the unsaturated fats in vegetable foods and from sugars and starches via conversion in the liver.  An elevated triglyceride level makes the blood cells become sticky and clump together.  This reduces blood flow and can cause a heart attack, stroke or other serious problem. 

           

Uric acid is another chemical which is normally present in the bloodstream.  It comes from eating meats, drinking alcohol, breakdown of body tissue and production within the body.  High levels of uric acid in the bloodstream will cause a serious form of arthritis called gout.

           

Glucose is blood sugar.  It comes from the breakdown of starch and sugar, or conversion from fat and protein.  An elevated level of glucose causes a corresponding increase in the level of insulin. The result is damage to the blood vessels, nervous system, muscles and eyes.  This damage can cause a heart attack, stroke, numbness, weakness, impotence, cataract and blindness.

           

Homocysteine is a chemical that comes from the breakdown of protein.  The walls of blood vessels will become irritated if blood levels of homocysteine become too high from eating too much protein.  Such irritation leads to the buildup of fat deposits which can cause a heart attack or stroke.

 

There is no question that you must understand toxemia to protect and improve your health. The concept of toxemia was developed in the early 20th century by John H. Tilden, M.D.  He stated that stress from daily habits or from the environment will excessively strain the body.  This strain will affect both the mind and the body and lead to overall exhaustion which Tilden called enervation.  When enervation develops, the body becomes too weak to efficiently eliminate toxins of any type through the liver, lungs, intestines, kidneys, or skin.

 

Inefficient elimination leads to retention of toxins.  Toxemia develops when there is an excessive accumulation of normal or abnormal chemicals. 

 

A continual rise in toxin levels will inevitably exceed the body's level of tolerance.  , The body will attempt to eliminate the toxins when the point of intolerance is reached. Symptoms of elimination include sneezing, coughing, vomiting, diarrhea, skin secretions and dark urine.  These symptoms are evidence of a health building process and should be welcomed as evidence of vigorous healing.

 

The body may not have the strength to do an effective job of cleansing and elimination if it has been overwhelmed for years with toxins.  Chronic illnesses develop when toxins are present for a long time.  One common example is heart disease from a buildup of cholesterol.

 

Advanced toxemia will irritate all areas of the body.  Some parts of the body are weaker than other parts because of heredity or previous health problems.  The weaker parts will show signs of disease first.  The same toxins may cause a lung problem in one person but a kidney problem in another.       

 

Dr. Tilden discovered many causes of enerva­tion and toxemia.  Nutritional causes include overeating, eating the wrong foods, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, use of coffee, tea or alcohol.  Emotional causes include worry, jealousy, rage and fear.  Miscellaneous causes include toxins produced by bacteria, an unfriendly environment, injuries, postural tension, physical defects, physical excesses and the unpoised state.

 

The solution for toxemia is to support the body as it attempts to solve the problem.  The body does not need to be actively cleansed by laxatives, enemas or similar measures since it is fully capable of cleansing itself.  We should stop fighting the body when it tries to eliminate toxins through coughing, diarrhea and other means of elimination.  Taking drugs to stop the mucous flow of a cold or to stop diarrhea will stop the necessary and health building elimination of toxins from the body.

 

The only time to take drugs is the rare occasion when the intensity of the elimination process itself becomes life threatening.  For example, a child with severe diarrhea lasting for more than two days can become dehydrated and die without drugs.  An elderly patient with a severe cough from pneumonia could also die without drugs.  But, these are the rare exceptions to the general rule that it is safe to weather the storm of an elimination crisis without taking drugs.  It is best to have a knowledgeable doctor supervising your care.   

 

When the body is permitted to complete the elimination then the toxins will be flushed from the body.  Great health simply springs forward when the burden of toxemia is lifted. 

 

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Breaking News & Updates

MUST READ KEY BREAKING NEWS STORIES

 

BREAKING NEWS 05/16/14: Dr. Dan Murphy reviews new clinical guideline "Management of Whiplash Disorders." Click here to read his review and learn how to buy a copy of the guideline.

 

BREAKING NEWS 05/06/14: ACS releases all new  May 2014 eNewsletter with breaking news stories about failure of all chiropractic bills to pass this legislative session, plans to file lawsuits against BCBS and ASHN, action steps needed to combat $12 fee for depositions, the cause of colds, flu and infectious diseases, and much more. 

Click here to read the entire newsletter.

 

BREAKING NEWS 04/05/14: ACS releases all new April 2014 ACS eNewsletter with breaking news stories about lawsuits which will bring needed relief to profession, status report from Arizona Legislature, news that AAC AHCCCS bill was killed in the State Senate, everything you could ever need to know about liens, great article about fasting, loads of breaking news, member benefits, corporate members, and much more.  Click here to read

the entire newsletter in PDF format.
 
BREAKING NEWS 03/03/14:  ACS releases all new March 2014 ACS eNewsletter with breaking news stories about chiropractic bills being on hold at Legislature, class action lawsuit nearing completion, upcoming appearances in Phoenix by national chiropractic leaders, ADOI response to ACS complaint, the truth about epidural spinal injections, and much more. Click here to read the full newsletter.
 
BREAKING NEWS 02/03/14:  
ACS releases all new February 2014 ACS eNewsletter with breaking news stories about chiropractic bills at the Legislature, pending class action litigation, posssible violations of Obamacare by Arizona insurers, a diet proven to help multiple sclerosis, and much more. Click here to read the entire newsletter.
 
BREAKING NEWS 01/03/14:  
ACS releases all new January 2014 ACS eNewsletter with key stories about legislative effort with great news that Senate Health Committee Chair Nancy Barto has agreed to sponsor ACS insurance equality and copay legislation, news about impending class action lawsuit against BCBS and ASHN, Dr. Immerman's new book about low speed impact automobile accidents, and much more. Click here to read the entire newsletter.
 

BREAKING NEWS 12/03/13: ACS releases all new  December 2013 ACS eNewsletter with key stories about ACS' biggest push ever at the Arizona Legislature to get an enforceable insurance equality law and lower copayments, former Senator Linda Gray's plans to return to the Legislature, possible class action litigation against BCBS and ASHN, a diet proven to control rheumatoid arthritis, and much more. Click here to read the full newsletter. 

 

BREAKING NEWS 11/19/13: ACS releases 2014 Legislative Information Proposal and Documentation Part One  and Two. We request that all legislators read this vital document in anticipation of meeting with our lobbyists, doctors and patients. ACS lobbyist Timothy LaSota was recently profiled in Phoenix Business Journal article. Click here to see Dr. Immerman's testimony on insurance equality testimony from early in 2013 beginning at the one hour, ten minute mark. 

 

BREAKING NEWS 11/04/13: ACS releases all new  November 2013 ACS eNewsletter with key stories about ACS' plan to introduce insurance equality and copay bills in January, 2014, details about the class action law firm considering a lawsuit against BCBS and ASHN, news about Patrice Pritzl's resignation as Chiropractic Board's Executive Director, upcoming special PI seminar, and much more. Click here to read the entire newsletter.

 

BREAKING NEWS 10/03/13: National Health Reform Provider Non-Discrimination Provision's Impact on Health Insurance and ERISA Plans --  Click here to read comprehensive 13 page analysis. Governor chooses State Employee Benefit - United Healthcare EPO as Arizona's Essential Health Benefits benchmark package for state exchange. Chiropractic coverage includes 20 spinal manipulation and 60 rehabilitation services per year. This is the minimum plan almost all employers must offer beginning 01/01/14. Click here to read the Benefit Plan Booklet from the Arizona Department of Insurance (ADOI) website.

 

BREAKING NEWS 09/21/13: ACS releases full HIPAA compliance package for 09/23/13 deadline to comply with new rules. The package has been emailed to members and is now posted on the Member Benefits page under HIPAA Compliance.

 

BREAKING NEWS 09/20/13: AAC secretly petitions Arizona Legislature to grant chiropractors prescription drug rights, immediately rejected. Read their petition by  clicking here. Read ACS analysis and position by clicking here.

 

BREAKING NEWS 08/23/13: Court of Appeals rules chiropractors can be paid $12 for depositions as fact, not expert, witnesses. Click here to read full Court decision, click here to read Amicus brief filed with Court by ACS, and click here to read full ACS report including guidelines to know when expert questions are being asked and you can demand to be paid expert, not fact, fees in a deposition. ACS and others are asking Court to reconsider its decision. NEW: Click here to read ACS Amicus motion for reconsideration 09/04/13 and click here to read Court's denial of motion dated 09/13/13.

 

BREAKING NEWS 05/16/13: How to Use the Health Care Appeals, Grievance and Timely Payment Laws to Get Paid. ACS has made key Member Benefit documents public so entire profession can use powerful key tools to get paid. Click here for complete information. Much more information like this available to members. Join today online!

 

BREAKING NEWS 10/20/12: ACS releases Low Speed Impact Defense Package including a letter to send to a claims adjuster who has raised low speed impact arguments, telling you to limit treatment because property damage was minor. The package is posted on the Member Benefits page, #35.1 to 35.6.

 

BREAKING NEWS 04/28/12: ACS publishes  Complete Directory to Personal Injury Resources, superior to many hours of seminars and hundreds of dollars of expense. Based on Dr. Immerman's 73 trials and 50 depositions in the past 15 years with overall 700 case reviews. 

 

KEY DOCUMENTS FOR YOUR PRACTICE:  11.3 - Letter to fight refund demands. If you receive a refund demand, contact ACS. 34.1 -- Who Can an ARS 33-931 Lien Be Enforced Against, by PI attorney Steve Pincus.  Also: New PI/health insurance lien forms for health insurers that refuse to honor assignments of benefits. New liens grant more rights than county liens plus work in UM/UIM cases. Also, all newASH Claims Denial Center with key analysis at 11.5.

 

MOST READ: Watch live testimony from the Legislature as Dr. Immerman arguesthat chiropractic should be included in health insurance. Click here to see 2013 video. Begin at the one hour, ten minute mark. Click here to see earler video. Begin at the 50:30 minute mark.

 

Read all BREAKING NEWS stories at www.AZChiropractors.org where they are constantly updated. Check back frequently for updates.

 


Special Treasures Member Benefits

GROUP MEDICAL INSURANCE, LIFE, DENTAL AND VISION PROGRAMS FOR MEMBERS

            ACS is affiliated with an organization that offers health insurance for businesses with one or more employee. This insurance is guaranteed issue with no medical questions asked. PPO, HMO and HAS plans available.

 

INSURANCE CLAIMS AND DENIALS SOLUTIONS

            ACS offers all of the documents you need to appeal insurance claims denials including health insurance, ASH and workers' compensation. Also: Sample financial hardship agreements, eleven sample template letters to appeal claims denials, how to use chiropractic guidelines to defend the care you have given.

 

ERISA AND SELF-INSURED HEALTH PLAN TOOLS TO GET CLAIMS PAID

            ACS documents thoroughly explain ERISA in terms easy to understand, and tell you exactly how to appeal a denied claim using ERISA rules.

 

MD-DC PRACTICE AND REFERRALS

            This section provides the referral to the best book and website ever created to teach you how to get referrals from MDs and DOs.

 

RECORD KEEPING AND DOCUMENTATION COMPLIANCE GUIDANCE 

            ACS provides extensive information about how to be compliant with the Arizona Chiropractic Board with your record keeping and documentation. Also supplied are many of the forms you will need for record keeping. Learn what is needed to get a claim approved by BCBS and ASH. Also: Dr. Gregg Friedman's webinar on record keeping, Informed Consent Form, Examination Form for Multiple Body Regions, Comprehensive HIPAA Compliance Forms, Outcome Assessment Tools for Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions.

 

MISCELLANEOUS

            This section includes the Medical Records Protocol which you are required to have on file according the laws and rules of the Arizona Chiropractic Board. It also includes a limited power of attorney to use when insurers refuse to honor assignments of benefits.

 

PERSONAL INJURY TOOLS

            This section addresses balance billing and LaBombard issues in auto accident cases, how to get an attorney to pay your bills, attorneys' obligations when there is a lien, PI office forms, and the UCC lien which you should use in every PI case.  Also: Medical PI Lien and Lien Acceptance Policy form for patients, Letter to Get Attorney to Release Settlement Monies He Has in Hand, and Who Can a County Health Care Lien Be Enforced Against.

 

HOW TO QUALIFY AS A COURTROOM EXPERT IN CLINICAL BIOMECHANICS 

            This section teaches you how to become a courtroom expert in the Clinical Biomechanics of Whiplash Injuries.

 

HIPAA COMPLIANCE

            All of the materials you need to comply with the September 23, 2013 deadline.

 


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PHYSICIAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Valley Wide Health Centers is continually seeking professional, motivated and ethical Chiropractic Physicians that are interested in practicing in the greater Phoenix area. The perfect candidate for our group is a Doctor that will place the patient's interest first. We look for Doctors that want to own their own practice and are self-motivated and most importantly willing to represent our group in the most professional and ethical standard. Are you someone that wants to own his or her practice with no out of pocket costs to you while you are making a very competitive base salary with Bonus? Our organization provides all the training, marketing, billing and collections, accounting and continued support so that you, the Doctor can concentrate on the most important aspect of your professional career...your patients. Please submit your information so that one of our representatives can contact you to set up a possible interview. Call (480) 459-5601, ext. #102 or email MikeS@ValleyWideHealth.com.

 

DC/ART PROVIDER WANTED- IMMEDIATE OPENING!! We are looking for a DC that is an ART certified provider (preferably full body certified) for coverage in our busy multidisciplinary practice in Arizona. We have 2 offices, Phoenix and Gilbert. We have a diverse practice with an ambulatory surgical suite onsite. You will be treating alongside our dedicated team of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Doctors and PAs. Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records is preferred. Salary will be dependent on experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a new doc to experience integration into interventional pain management. Coverage will be for 3 months. Please email or fax resume to 602.265.8151, feel free to visit our website at  www.arizonapaintreatmentcenters.co or www.azptc.com.

  Email: appointments@azptc.com.   Phone: 602-265-8800.

 

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in high volume chiro/PT/MD clinic in SW Phoenix. Looking for energetic DC with strong subluxation philosophy and current AZ DC/PT license to join our team. Training/support from Palmer grad provided. First year 6 figure income potential through salary/bonus. Call 623-776-2225, fax resume to 623-776-2229, or email to  info@laveenchiropt.com for more information.

 

LOOKING FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL CHIROPRACTOR TO WORK

IN THE GILBERT/TEMPE, AZ AREA. Must be enthusiastic, passionate, and willing to learn. Will earn better than average pay plus bonuses.  Reply to liveschiro@yahoo.com.  SM

 

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE: 

First Chiropractic of Tucson. Salary plus bonus. Must have Arizona license with physiotherapy also. Experienced preferred. Call Robin O'Neal, D.C. 1-520-403-0563.

 

ASSOCIATE CHIROPRACTOR FOR BUSY INTEGRATED MEDICAL

CLINIC: Arizona licensed DC, full-time, for a rapidly expanding clinic.  If you are a great adjustor, be part of this growing, enthusiastic team by emailing your resume today! apmhire@gmail.com

 

ASSOCIATE NEEDED FOR DC OWNED MULTI-SPECIALTY

CLINIC IN FORT MOHAVE AZ. DC must be proficient in diversified and PT. Exciting place to learn and grow with in low stress environment. Competitive salary plus incentive bonus BOE. Feel free to stay 2 years and move on to your own practice or make a long term commitment for 200k income. More info call 928-768-2811. Send resume to: Fax 928-768-9787 email: stoutchiro@gmail.com

 

UNIQUE AND EXPANDING WELLNESS CENTER IS LOOKING

TO HIRE THE RIGHT CHIROPRACTOR who is willing to explore broadening his/her services along with chiropractic care.  Excellent base salary and bonus. This is an outstanding financial and career opportunity. We have the business systems, the sales and marketing, the program for total wellness. You bring the passion. South Scottsdale location.

Email lschwartz22@cox.net.

 

CAMELBACK MEDICAL CENTERS OF PHOENIX, ARIZONA is looking for honest and ethical Chiropractic physicians to join our team. We need someone who is highly motivated, willing to learn, is a self starter and looking to join a multi-discipline group practice. All training included. Compensation package includes: Base salary with performance bonuses, 401K with matching and health insurance paid at 50%. Opportunity to buy shares in our practice for the right Physician. Email cover letter and resume at drmike@camelmed.com.

  

GREENWAY COTTON CHIROPRACTIC IN SURPRISE, ARIZONA is looking for Associate Doctor who is honest, ethical and must be a team player. Compensation: Base salary with performance bonuses. Email cover letter and resume to gcchiropractic@live.com.                  WB

 

ASSOCIATE POSITION AVAILABLE (West Valley):  Salary. Must have Arizona license with physiotherapy also.  Experienced preferred.  Call (602) 989-6789.

  

ASSOCIATE DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC NEEDED IN TEMPE, ARIZONA. Employee position with a buyout of the clinic in 3-5 years. Recent graduate who is willing to listen and learn preferred. Associate must have Arizona Chiropractic License, Arizona Physiotherapy Certification, Arizona Acupuncture Certification and Graston Technique Certification. If the Associate does not have all these, they must be willing to acquire them at their own expense ASAP after being hired. Email one-page cover letter and one-page resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to drbrown@brownchiro.com. No phone calls. You can find more information about our office at www.brownchiro.com 

 

CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATE/CLINIC DIRECTOR WANTED: We are an integrated health facility that is looking for a great leader. If you want to be part of a great team, please apply. Salary based on experience. We offer health benefits, 401K and bonuses. Contact drwall@afcmed.com 

 

PRACTICES FOR SALE

PRACTICE FOR SALE MESA: Same great location for 30 years. Diversified practice, 102K collections last year working 24 hours/week. Priced for quick sale $55,000. Dr. retiring but will help buyer transition. Text or voice mail to

480-203-8145.

 

2400 SQUARE FOOT OFFICE IN MESA (GILBERT & UNIVERSITY) FOR SALE OR LEASE. Doctor retiring. Practice has been in business for 30 years with established patients.  All equipment will stay with office. If interested please call 480-833-4655 or

e-mail evakiva@qwestoffice.net Monday thru Wednesday 8 AM to 4:30 PM. MH

 

OFFICE SPACE RENTAL AND

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

OPPORTUNITIES

CHIRO SPACE AVAILABLE IN BUSY GROCERY ANCHORED RETAIL CENTERS: Owner will fund relocation costs. Increased traffic & convenience = Increased sales & client retention. Experienced retail developer with well-located, grocery anchored centers in MESA, PEORIA and GILBERT.  Call or email for more information: Bryan Lamond 

(480)-235-9999, blamond@nadg.com

 

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR TO SHARE OFFICE IN AHWATUKEE: Established 10 year old practice, great location off I-10 and Chandler Blvd. Paperless office, X-ray and full equipment provided. Looking to cut overhead.  Please email Metthamdc@cox.net

 

FAMILY PRACTICE LOOKING FOR DC TO SHARE HER OFFICE SPACE with you at 83rd Ave/Cactus Rd. Flat rent for full use of our office space on MWF.
Just bring your computer, phone line, staff and patients! Call/email Dr Jen at 623.878.1133  drjen@healthyfamily.us

 

NICE ROOM AVAILABLE AND SHARE CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE SPACE @ $375/MO. Located @ Northern/31st Ave. Just west of I-17. Ideal for part time or low volume chiro. Access to office is 24/7. Office is nice, clean and up to date. Come see if it fits your needs? Call Dr. Tanner @ 602-433-9790

 

JOIN A GREAT MIX OF REFERRING PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY PHYSICIANS in the Broadway East Medical Center at Broadway and Sossaman in Mesa now offering free rent. Easy access from US-60 and Loop 202. Contact Marina Hammersmith, CCIM, 602/954-8414.

 

CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE TO SHARE.  Fully equipped, modern 1500 sq. foot free standing building in mid-town Tucson.  Doctor/owner practicing part time after 35 years in practice.  Please email drglove@comcast.net.

 

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: LEANDER motorized table $2500 and 2 Leander lite tables $1700 ea, SUMMIT X-RAY MACHINE $4000, MINI-MED X-ray processor $800, HILL Anatamotor $1700, Diathermy unit $350, and much more. 602-577-2576

 

4 THOMAS HERITAGE 7 TABLES with all drop sections and tilting headrests. Excellent condition, brown leather-look, newly refurbished. Cost each is $1,400 new with tax and shipping. Asking $650 each or $2,100 for all.  ALSO, ELITE ELECTRIC HI-LOW, Baltic Blue and white base. Rarely used in the last 8 years. $4,200 new price. Asking $2,200.  2 x-ray view boxes, Each side by side full spine for viewing A-P & Lat together, $200 each. TDP Lamp Model CDP CQ27- $130. Call (480) 443-2584 or email dr.palmer@wellnessdoc.com. AP

 

DRX 9000: 6 years old, very little use. Perfect condition. Ready to move. $12K. Call Dr. Shaun Malone 602-421-6111.

 

FOR SALE: 

Two Thompson 420 tables (most reliable made) $3,000 apiece, Chattanooga Spinal Traction table $1,000, Massage table $100,
480-892-2536.              CF 
 

 

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