RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – The Risks of Texting Patient Reminders: Chiropractors, Phones, and Liability

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 24, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Guidance from ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program For many chiropractors, the relationship with patients extends beyond the four walls of a clinic. With the ubiquity of smartphones and the instantaneous nature of digital communication, it can be tempting for...

RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Functional Medicine in Chiropractic Practice: Understanding Liability and Insurance Needs

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 23, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Insights and Advice from ChiroFutures Malpractice Insurance Program As more chiropractors branch out into diverse areas of health and wellness, many find themselves pondering the intricacies of functional medicine. Dr. Marley’s concerns provide a prime example...

RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Navigating the Complexities of Personal Injury Cases: A Risk Management Perspective

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 21, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Ensuring Chiropractic Care Aligns with Professional Judgement and Legal Boundaries The medical and legal fields often intertwine, particularly in personal injury (PI) cases, where the determination of treatment scope, its necessity, and the associated costs can get...

RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Medicare & Chiropractors: Navigating the Complex Waters

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 21, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Why it’s Crucial to Understand Medicare Compliance and How ChiroFutures Can Assist When it comes to Medicare, chiropractors often find themselves in a complicated web of rules and regulations. Recently, Dr. James found himself in a perplexing situation that many...

RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Why Vicarious Liability Coverage Is a Non-Negotiable in Your Malpractice Insurance

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 18, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Protect Your Chiropractic Practice with Comprehensive Coverage from ChiroFutures In the chiropractic world, the professional relationships you foster aren’t just between you and your patients; they often extend to a team of other healthcare providers, including...

RISK MANAGEMENT MINUTE – Vicarious Liability in Chiropractic Practices

by Matthew McCoy | Sep 18, 2023 | Newsletter, Risk Management Minute

Uncovering the Legal Theories that Could Assign Responsibility to Chiropractors in Cases of Misconduct by Independent Contractors In the context where a chiropractor and his business hires or rents space to an independent contractor (IC) such as a massage therapist,...