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Happy End of Summer! Hope everyone has survived everything nature has thrown at us this year! From the spring flooding and tornadoes to the record breaking heat, it has been interesting!! The health care arena has been active on the state and national levels, with the need to stay abreast of any activity that will affect chiroprac- tic and patient access to our services. We have had the legislative representatives of the Arkansas Chiropractic Coalition, one repre- sentative from the ACA, the ACS and the ACC, along with our lobby- ist Robbie Wills, trying to stay on top of this. A special thanks goes out to Dr. Karen Konarski-Hart for her continued heads up aware- ness of anything that may be bad for chiropractic in this arena also. Stay tuned for more on this and what you can do when the call comes. Right now, take your legislators to lunch, get to know them. You don’t have to push an agenda of any kind, just build a relation- ship. When it comes time to need their help or if we can help them, it’s much easier to approach them as an acquaintance than as a stranger. I’m looking forward to fall convention. A chance to visit with friends, listen to Dr. Mark Charrette teach on extremity adjusting, and take advantage of NCMIC’s program that will save policy holders 5% on their malpractice insurance for 3 years for attending Dr. Savoie’s class. We will once again have a 24 hour seminar in December for those last minute CE hours. One last thing…I am still convinced that unity in this state can happen and is necessary for our survival. We came together legislatively, and surprised a lot of people at the capitol. If you haven’t read the August 12, 2011 Dynamic Chiropractor, read Don Peterson’s editorial. Dig it out of the pile on your desk and read it. He comments on the failure of the most sincere effort of the ICA and ACA to merge 23 years ago, and how close it was, and how many D.C.’s wanted it. How much money could have been in our war chests, how much could have been spent on public education on what chiropractic is and what it can do for people’s health, and how much more could your practice income be? What kind of dis-ease do chiropractors contract once they leave school and start a practice? Why do most D.C.’s practice solo? Why do most D.C.’s refuse to join any state or national association or contribute their time or money to legislative efforts, but complain about everything the associations are doing or stand for? What kind of ADJUSTMENT will fix this? As a member of our local Rotary Club, I would like to borrow their 4-Way test: of the things we think, say, or do….
1. Is it the truth? Unity would be good for our profession. I think you could safely say that is the truth. 2. Is it fair to all concerned? Would there be anything unfair about our doctors having one voice in our state based
on a democratic model of an association? I wouldn’t think so, unless someone had a hidden agenda that couldn’t be accomplished if it was considered democratically.
3. Will it build good will and better friendships? If you have ever experienced a large group of chiropractors or any group with some common idea, you feel this camaraderie! And from that, the goals of that group move forward and usually with success.
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned? After visiting with the leadership in states where unity has come to fruition, the benefits to the doctors and patients in those states are almost unbelievable. So, I believe that would be a yes.
Using a quote from Forrest Gump, “That’s all I have to say about that.” For now…. Hope to see you all at fall convention! God Bless. Steve
ARKANSAS
CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATION Established 1917 2011 Convention Issue
ACA Fall 2011 Convention
September 23rd - 25th 24 CE Hours
6 CE Radiology Hours for CA’s
Crowne Plaza Hotel 201 S. Shackelford
Little Rock (501) 223-3000
Details Inside (Registration Page 7)
From the President…...
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Wednesday, Jul 27, 2011
CONSUMER ALERT: USE CAUTION WHEN DEALING WITH CHIROPRACTIC "RUNNERS" LITTLE ROCK -Because of recent complaints, Attorney General Dustin McDaniel issued today's consumer alert to warn Arkansans about the use of "runners" by some chiropractors eager to increase business in Arkansas. Runners are companies or individuals who collect and review police reports in order to identify consumers recently involved in car accidents. "Runners contact accident victims and try to persuade them to visit a specific chiropractic clinic," McDaniel explained. "The clinic then pays the runner a fee based on each new patient the runner recruits." Many runners use high pressure sales tactics in order to get as many new patients as possible, including placing repeated phone calls, making door-to-door visits and even offering cash as an incentive to switch to the chiropractor they represent. "Consumers should not be swayed by these high-pressure techniques," McDaniel said. The Arkansas State Board of Chiropractic Examiners' rules and regulations allow chiropractors to contact accident victims; however chiropractors must utilize honest and ethical marketing practices. Complaints to the Office of the Attorney General and regulatory agencies concerning this issue indicate that some runners have provided misleading information about other chiropractic offices, impersonated the consumer's insurance company, and advised consumers that insurance claims will only be paid if the consumer sees a specific chiropractor. If you are contacted by someone you suspect to be a runner for a chiropractor, McDaniel advises you to take these steps to protect yourself: 1. Talk to your insurance provider. He or she will be able to tell you if a particular service or office is covered by your insurance plan. 2. Advise the runner that you plan to find your own treatment. 3. Do not be swayed by the offer of cash to switch to or visit a particular chiropractor. Take time to thoroughly research the chiropractic offices to be sure the office will provide the treatment you require. 4. Consult legal counsel of your own choice to advise you regarding options to resolve claims. For more information, contact the Public Protection Department of the Attorney General's Office at (501) 682-2341, (800) 482-8982 or www.ArkansasAG.gov.
Arkansas Chiropractic Association 2011 Officers
Stephen M. Matthew, DC
President
3800 Rogers Ave. #2 Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 783-0369 Fax (479) 783-0419 [email protected]
Guy E. Tucker, DC 1st Vice President
P.O. Box 936 Gentry, AR 72734
(479) 736-8900 Fax (479) 736-5133 [email protected]
Leonard A. Notto, DC Immediate Past President
619 East Parkway Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 858-7176 Fax (479) 858-7176 [email protected]
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Dustin P. Heard, DC President-Elect
105 Cracker Box Lane, Suite A Hot Springs, AR 71913
(501) 760-5039 Fax (870) 760-5165 [email protected]
Timothy R. Kamerman, DC 2nd Vice President
2924 Hawkins Dr. Searcy, AR 72143
(501) 268-2273 Fax (501)268-6969 [email protected]
Arkansas Chiropractic Association Office 2482 Highway 77 ~ Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-6880 Fax (870) 739-6881 WEBSITE: www.archiro.org EMAIL: [email protected]
Julie Traylor-Logan, DC Administrative Director
Christina Henson Administrative Assistant
Laurie Waller Administrative Assistant
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Legislative Corner State Shifts Gears on Medicaid Reform Efforts,
by Robbie Wills, Arkansas Chiropractic Coalition Lobbyist
Earlier this year, the Arkansas Chiropractic Coalition met with Governor Mike Beebe and other state officials to
discuss Gov. Beebe’s vision to reengineer the state’s Medicaid program. At that time, the stated goal was to transform
the program, moving the state away from a fee-for-services system and toward a payment system in which partnerships
of health-care providers would be reimbursed based on results. However, after a generally negative reaction from the
healthcare provider community and pressure from state legislators, state officials now say they have scaled back their
goals for the first phase of the planned overhaul, choosing to target specific areas rather than the entire system during
the project’s first year.
On May 2, 2011, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services gave Arkansas a conditional waiver to
pursue a proposal for Medicaid reforms that Gov. Beebe has said will help Arkansas reduce the overall cost of the
state’s Medicaid program. Current projections show the program’s budget is expected to see at least a $60 million
shortfall by next July. The goal of the Governor’s plan is to “bend the cost curve,” or begin to reduce the amount of the
deficits through new a program model.
Arkansas Department of Human Services Director John Selig said on July 15 that by this time next year, the
state hopes to reform the payment structure for treating certain illnesses, possibly including diabetes, hypertension,
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and chronic heart failure, and certain procedures, possibly including delivery by
Caesarian section.
Selig said input from health care providers influenced the decision to adopt more modest initial goals. He called
the new approach “a compromise.” “What we’ve changed is, we’ve decided to pick a few priority areas where we can
have a big impact, that are ripe for change, where maybe there’s a lot of inefficiency.” Selig said. “We’re identifying those
now with the providers and others.”
Selig said the steps taken over the next year will not prevent a funding shortfall, will allow health officials to “we
really are headed toward a significant change in this system and one that you can support.” Written plans for the first
phase of the overhaul should be ready within the next few weeks, Selig said.
State officials have downplayed the criticism that the plan is the first step towards capitation or managed care.
“It's not our intention to shift medical risk to the provider community, State Medicaid Director Gene Gessow said. “We
believe that it makes perfect sense from an insurance point of view for the state to assume the medical risks.” Gessow
explained that there are a lot of small practices in rural areas where doctors can’t be expected to hire additional
personnel to handle care coordination. “In those cases, we don't want to set up a system that would require those
practices to be bought out by a hospital or combine into a 100-physician practice.”
Medicaid is expected to be the top item facing lawmakers next year when they return for the Fiscal Session, a
legislative session focusing primarily on the state's budget. Gov. Beebe has said he wants lawmakers to use part of a
$94 million budget surplus to help pay for the expected Medicaid shortfall, but some lawmakers have said the money
should be used for additional tax cuts.
The Arkansas Chiropractic Coalition will continue to monitor the process and serve as the voice for the three
Chiropractic organizations as the effort moves forward.
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ACA 2011 Fall Convention Crowne Plaza Hotel, 201 S. Shackelford - Little Rock
24 CE Hours Approval # AR4104 6 CE Radiology Hours for CA’s Approval # ARCE0070
Friday, September 23rd - 8am-12 pm and 1pm-3pm Radiology of Bony Thorax, Chest, and Abdomen - 6 hours for Radiology Presented By: Guy Tucker, DC Dr. Guy Tucker graduated from St. John’s School of Radiology Technology in Springfield, Missouri in 1976. He worked as a radiological technician until he graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri in 1983. He received his Bachelor of Science in human anatomy in 1982. He is a board member of the American Chiropractic Association. He is also a board member of the Arkansas Chiropractic Association and a former member of the Arkansas Board of Medical Ionizing Radiation Licensure Committee. He has 100 hours of post graduate curriculum of Radiology/Pathology with Richard Ehart, DC, DACBR in 1986.
Friday, September 23rd - 8am-12pm and 1pm-6pm Saturday, September 24th - 8am-11am Chiropractic Extremity Adjusting - 12 hours Presented By: Mark Charrette, DC Dr. Mark N. Charrette is a 1980 summa cum laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. He is a frequent guest speaker at nine chiropractic colleges and has taught over thirteen hundred seminars worldwide on extremity adjusting, biomechanics, and spinal adjusting techniques. His seminars emphasize a practical, hands-on approach. Dr. Charrette is a former All-American swimmer, who has authored a book on extremity adjusting and also produced an instructional video series. Having developed successful practices in California, Nevada, and Iowa, Dr. Charrette currently resides in King George, Virginia.
Saturday, September 24th - 1pm-7pm Sunday, September 25th - 8am to 10am Risk Management - 8 hours Presented by: Stephen M. Savoie, DC, FACO Dr. Stephen Savoie’s spirited and outgoing personality lends itself to an interesting and informational seminar. His experience as a teacher and as a private practitioner provides a plethora of personal stories and examples to make any of his programs fun and memorable. Dr. Savoie is a 1978 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, and he has completed postgraduate programs in sports chiropractic and chiropractic orthopedics. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists and a fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists, and he currently serves as a member of the board of directors of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. Dr. Savoie served as a member of the faculty at Palmer College from 1978 to 1987 in the departments of diagnosis and clinics. While practicing in Massachusetts from 1987 until 1995, Dr. Savoie served as a vice president of the Massachusetts Chiropractic Society, a consultant for credentialing to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and a consultant on guideline development for the Department of Industrial Accidents for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Dr. Savoie returned to Palmer in 1995 to serve as director of programs and continuing education fro the Palmer Institute for Professional Advancement. In 2000, he returned to full-time chiropractic practice in Clermont, Florida. He brings 25 years of experience presenting continuing and postgraduate education courses throughout the United States on diagnosis, risk management, record keeping, and orthopedics.
Sunday, September 25th - 10am to 2pm Understanding Legal Tools: The Key to Lawsuit Prevention and Tax Reduction - 4 hours Presented by: Daniel J. McNeff, CEO, Legally Mine, Inc. Mr. McNeff is the C.E.O. of Legally Mine. In addition to running his own businesses for the last 20 years he has served as the Senior Vice President of one of the nation’s largest financial services company for 15 years. He is a published author with one book and many magazine and newspaper articles. He has been married for 31 years and is the father of 8 children and grandfather to 7 so far. Mr. McNeff has conducted hundreds of seminars and is responsible for helping thousands of people protect their assets, and reduce their tax liabilities.
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NCMIC policyholders receive a 5% premium deduction for 3 years for attending 8 hours
with Dr. Savoie.
ACA 2011 Fall Convention Schedule
Friday, September 23rd 8:00 am to 12:00 pm -Radiology for CA’s Guy Tucker, DC 8:00 am to 12:00 pm -Chiropractic Extremity Adjusting Mark Charrette, DC 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm -Business Meeting 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm -Lunch on your own 1:00 pm to 3:00pm -Radiology for CA’s Guy Tucker, DC 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm -Chiropractic Extremity Adjusting Mark Charrette, DC
Saturday, September 24th 8:00 am to 11:00 am -Chiropractic Extremity Adjusting Mark Charrette, DC 11:00 am to 11:30 am -Business Meeting 11:30 am to 1:00 pm -Awards Banquet & Lunch Buffet 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm -Risk Management Stephen M. Savoie, DC, FACO
Sunday, September 25th 8:00 am to 10:00 am -Risk Management Stephen M. Savoie, DC, FACO 10:00 am to 2:00 pm -Understanding Legal Tools: The Key to Lawsuit Prevention and Tax Reduction Daniel J. McNeff, CEO
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If you are interested in playing golf, on Thursday, September
22nd at 1:00pm, please email or call us so we can get an exact number of interested parties.
Thank you!
If you have any classifieds or advertisements you
would like to place in our next newsletter, please
email Nina at [email protected] or call
(870) 739-6880.
Great opportunity for a Chiropractic Physician to take over a 24 year old practice in beautiful Heber Springs, Arkansas. Owner is retiring from practice and will rent all equipment and office to new doctor with very little start up cost. Practice has been a diversified/Gonstead technique. Send inquiries to: [email protected]
Chiropractor with over 20 years experience seeking associate position. Call (870) 543-9057 or email [email protected]
Classifieds For those of you who took
advantage of the $100 dues special in 2010, you can renew your special dues for $200 in
2011. For those of you that haven’t been a member since 2008,
you can still join for the special rate of $100 in 2011.
Just go to www.archiro.org to print out the membership form
and mail or fax it to us!
2011 Directors
District 1 Michael Ungerank, DC
1312 Stone St. Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 972-9480 Fax (870) 835-5512 [email protected]
Lance P. Audirsch, DC 124 Garland Ave.
West Helena, AR 72390 (870) 572-1500 Fax (870) 572-7080
District 2 Gaylon E. Carter, DC 301 N. Shackelford, G2 Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 217-9355 Fax (501) 217-9354 [email protected]
Sherrie Y. Rine, DC 3615 JFK Blvd.
North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501) 771-9993 Fax (501) 771-9154
District 3 Robert Terry Kerbs, DC
1130 South Rogers Ave. S.E. Clarksville, AR 72830
(479) 754-2500 Fax (479) 754-3187 [email protected]
District 4 Eric E. Carson, DC
1557 Airport Rd., Ste. A Hot Springs, AR 71913
(501) 767-0900 Fax (501) 767-8430
Jeffrey J. Carson, DC 3907 Central Ave., Ste. F Hot Springs, AR 71913
(501) 525-7171 Fax (501) 525-7171 [email protected]
If you are interested in playing golf, on Thursday, September 22nd at 1:00 pm, please email or call us so we can get
an exact number of interested parties.
CA of Non-Member DC
ACA 2011 Convention Registration Form Fall Convention - September 23rd - 25th
Crowne Plaza Hotel - Little Rock
ATTENDEES 1 2 3 4 5 6 FEES
Doctor’s Name: ___________________________ CA _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ ________ Doctor’s Name: ___________________________ CA _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ ________
NCMIC policyholders receive a 5% premium deduction for 3 years for attending 8 hours with Dr. Savoie. CA Name: _______________________________ _____ ________ CA Name: _______________________________ _____ ________ Banquet - Saturday Luncheon $20 per person ________
Names: __________________________________________________
Late Registration (After September 16th or On-site) (Add $50) ________
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: $ ___________ Check Enclosed Check #: ___________ Bill My Credit Card #: ___________________________________ Circle one: VISA MasterCard Discover AmEx Name on Card: _____________________________________________ CVV2 Code: _________ Expiration Date: ___________ Billing Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: ____________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________________ Fax: ______________________________________________ **Please provide us with an email address for registration confirmation and seminar updates.** Email: __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Make Checks Payable to: Arkansas Chiropractic Association or ACA FAX this form to: (870) 739-6881, or mail to: ACA, 2482 Highway 77, Marion, AR 72364
To Register Online or for More Seminar Details and Accommodations Information
Visit www.archiro.org or call the ACA office at (870) 739-6880
VISA , MasterCard, Discover, Am Ex
Hotel Reservations
Crowne Plaza Hotel 201 S. Shackleford - Little Rock
CLASS Hrs. 1. Fri. - Dr. Guy Tucker (CA’s) 6
2. Fri. - Dr. Mark Charrette 9
3. Sat. - Dr. Mark Charrette 3
4. Sat. - Dr. Stephen M. Savoie 6
5. Sun. - Dr. Stephen M. Savoie 2
6. Sun. - Mr. Daniel J. McNeff 4
REGISTRATION FEES
6 hrs or less 50 100 7 to 12 hrs 150 200 Over 12 hrs 250 300
6 hrs 50 80
ACA MEMBER DC
NON-ACA MEMBER DC
CA of Member DC
Please Mark (X) Classes You Intend to Attend
(501) 223-3000
Room Rates: $99 Single or Double
Cut-Off Date Sept. 9th
Arkansas Chiropractic Association 2482 Highway 77 Marion, AR 72364
December 2011 Seminar Schedule
December 3 - 4
Holiday Inn Airport Conference Center Little Rock, AR
24 Hours
Dr. Darwin Griffeth - 12 hours Global Postural Patterns of the
Human Body Footlevelers
Dr. Karen Konarski-Hart - 6 hours
CPR Certification
TBA - 6 hours
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