Topic:    “Welcome to Animal Chiropractic in the 21^st Century” - 8 Animal Chiropractic Credits

 

8:00 – 9:30AM              Introduction to functional neurology

9:30 – 10:00AM            Break

10:00 – 11:30AM          Maximizing Neurological Examination

11:30 – 12:00Noon       Q&A

12:00 – 1:00PM             LUNCH

1:00 – 2:30PM               Case Presentation & Techniques

2:30 – 3:00PM               Break

3:00 – 4:30PM               Hands On and Implementation of Functional Neurology

4:30 – 5:00PM               Break

5:00 – 6:00PM               Integration

 

Attendees will learn:

1.     How to assess the patient for trans-neural degeneration and based on the complete thorough neurological exam what and how to adjust to maximize cellular immediate early gene response and response to the adjustments.

2.     Several advance techniques that can be implement as soon as they go home

3.     Some up to date information on functional neurology.

 

 

1.      Credits for CE for animal chiropractic courses, and human chiropractic courses shall not be intermixed, nor shall one be applied to the other. Courses offered/approved for animal chiropractic shall be used only for credits related to animal chiropractic, and those offered/approved for human chiropractic shall be used only for credits related to human chiropractic.  By way of example, the currently contemplated course of 8 hours in animal chiropractic may only be used to satisfy the 6 hour animal chiropractic requirements for current registrants. The balance (2 hours) may not be applied to human chiropractic requirements.

2.      Participation in this course will not authorize any participants to perform services on animals. Before providing any services to animals, the chiropractor must be properly registered with the board, which would only follow successful completion of the (minimum) 210 hour approved course.

3.      Participation in these CE programs shall not be considered as part of the 210 program requirement. Those hours can only be acquired by active enrollment and successful completion of a course within a Board approved institution/program.

The Healing Oasis Wellness Center is a nationally accredited educational institution dedicated to the advancement and teaching of the knowledge base in Veterinary Spinal Manipulative Therapy; Advanced Neurology in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation; Veterinary Massage and Rehabilitation Therapy. The Healing Oasis Wellness Center is also committed to providing up-to-date continuing education on different aspects of the above said programs.

The Healing Oasis Wellness Center will strive and search for approval by higher Educational Boards at the state and national level.

Speakers:

Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, FACFN graduated from Purdue University, School of Veterinary Medicine in 1986. He has been practicing integrative veterinary medicine and in particular Veterinary Spinal Manipulative Therapy with functional neurology emphasis for the last 20 years. Dr Rivera is a Fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology and an international speaker on functional neurology and spinal manipulation. Dr Rivera and Michelle Rivera are the program directors and owners of the Healing Oasis Wellness Center, a nationally accredited and recognized school (under the US Dept of Education) providing state approved post-graduate certification programs (under the Educational Approval Board of Wisconsin) for licensed professionals. All programs are also approved for CEU’s by the AAVSB-RACE. Dr. Rivera and Michelle Rivera are also owners of the Healing Oasis Veterinary Hospital offering veterinary spinal manipulation, massage, rehabilitation therapy, Chinese & western herbology to all of the patients that seek their help.  Dr. Rivera is currently enrolled in the Carrick Institute, Diplomat Neurology program and is the program director for the Advanced Neurology – VSMT certification program (700hrs long) offered at the Healing Oasis.

Michelle Riveria, M.T., V.D.T.: Michelle received her massage therapy training from The Chi Energy Center in Madison, WI. She successfully finished the Chinese herbology course work from the Wisconsin Institute of Chinese Herbology and has added these modalities to the array of services that she and Dr. Rivera have been offering to their patients and clients at their veterinary hospital since 1993. She has been practicing Feng Shui fro the last 8 years. She is the main instructor of the state approved Veterinary Chinese Herbology program that is offered at The Healing Oasis Wellness Center and a national speaker regarding these subjects.

 

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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During this course we will discuss: • Documentation Scrutiny • Progress of Care Criteria • Progression of Care Series of Notes/Note Samples • Outcome Assessment Tools • Model Guidelines for EHR • Economic Stimulus Plan • Electronic Health Record Certification • Certification Commission Health Information Technology • EHR Guidelines for Meaningful Use • What the Future Holds Speaker: Dr. Steve Kraus, DC – is the CEO of Future Health and is a recognized expert in building successful clinics. Since forming Future Health, Dr. Kraus has dedicated himself to elevating chiropractic by developing an electronic health records’ system designed specifically for the profession. He is well-versed on healthcare reform initiatives and is dedicated to establishing international electronic health records standards. Dr. Kraus’ prominence in both chiropractic and the larger healthcare landscape has earned him a number of leadership roles that have included: chairman of the Iowa Board of Chiropractic Examiners, president of the Iowa Chiropractic Society, Iowa delegate for the American Chiropractic Association, and a voting delegate to the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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WEBINAR

Documentation & Health Records Requirements - EHR and the Economic Stimulus HITECH Act

Outline:

• Documentation Scrutiny
• Progress of Care Criteria
• Progression of Care Series of Notes/Note Samples
• Outcome Assessment Tools
• Records Maintenance
• Model Guidelines for EHR
• Economic Stimulus Plan
• Electronic Health Record Certification
• Certification Commission Health Information Technology
• EHR Guidelines for Meaningful Use
• What the Future Holds

 

 Webinar Presenter:  Dr. Steven Kraus, DC, CCSP, DIBCN, FASA, FICC
Dr. Kraus is the CEO if Future HEalth ans is a recognized expert in building successful clinics.  Since forming Future Healh, Dr. Kraus has dedicated himself to elevating chiropractic by developing an electronic health records' system designed specifically for the profession.  Dr. Kraus is well-versed on healthcare reform initiatives and is dedicated to establishing international electronic health records standards.  Dr. Kraus' prominence is both chiropractic and larger health care landscape has earned him a number of leadership roles that have included:  Chairman of the Iowa Board of Chiropractic Examiners, President of the Iowa Chiropractic Society, Iowa delegate for ACA and voting delegate to the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

Contact:

Sean Wahl drwahl@bvillemn.net 218-354-2148

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Dr. Brian Malzer drmalzer@lauderdalewellnesscenter.com 651-341-6919

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This Webinar: High blood pressure is a bane of 21st century. Many thousands of people wprldwide suffer and die from hypertension and diseases associated with it. Main stream medicine and pharmaceutical companies are happy to pump pills into our system that don't even cure high blood pressure, but provide temporary relief from its symptoms, damaging many bodily systems along the way. Let us discover some of the most amazing ways to help patients with high blood pressure the natural way, by using herbs, supplements, proper diet and exercise plans.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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The University will offer the class entitled DOT Physical Examinations, Drug Testing and Alcohol Screening, to be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 25-26 from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. The charge for this class is as follows:

$289 for doctors $144.50 first year doctors and CA's $95 T7+students.

Each participant can receive 14 continuing education hours.

Contact:

Diana Berg dberg@nwhealth.edu 952-888-4777 ext. 249

The University will offer the class entitled DOT Physical Examinations, Drug Testing and Alcohol Screening, to be held on Saturday and Sunday, September 25-26 from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. The charge for this class is as follows:

$289 for doctors $144.50 first year doctors and CA's $95 T7+students.

Each participant can receive 14 continuing education hours.

Contact:

Diane Berg dberg@nwhealth.edu 952-888-4777 ext. 249

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Debra Hurston dhurston@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

“Attorney David Wulff will provide an in-depth explanation of the workers’ compensation treatment parameters as they apply to chiropractic treatment. Learn what the parameters really say (hint: they do not limit chiropractic treatment to 12 weeks). Learn what information judges look for in your records to award your treatment. Learn how to properly provide notice of your intent to treat beyond the presumptive limits of the parameters. Learn how to use the departure sections to justify your care. Learn what to do when the workers’ compensation insurer inevitably cuts off payment. Workers’ compensation cases do not have to be the bane of your practice. Come and let one of the most experienced workers’ compensation attorneys in the state teach you the rules of the game.”

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Location: MCA First Floor Conference Room - 4620 West 77th Street, Edina, MN Cost: DC Members $25 DC Non-Members $50 Members and Non-Members Office Staff: $25

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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We are in the right profession at the right time. Disease care is the fatest growing failing business in America. People are demanding the wholistic approach to healthcare. The Chiropractic profession is best suited to gove people the whole person approach to wellness.

Presenter: Dr. John Brimhall Sponsored by: Nutri-West Supplements Dates/Times: Friday, October 15 (8:00-4:00); Saturday, October 16 (8:00-4:00) and Sunday, October 17 (8-12:00 noon) Cost: Credits: 20 regular CE's

Cancellations & Refunds: Please note that registration cancellations must be received in writing by the MCA Central Office at least three working days (72 hours) prior to the event to receive refund.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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More information to follow:

We are in the right profession at the right time. Disease care is the fatest growing failing business in America. People are demanding the wholistic approach to healthcare. The Chiropractic profession is best suited to gove people the whole person approach to wellness.

Presenter: Dr. John Brimhall Sponsored by: Nutri-West Supplements Dates/Times: Friday, October 15 (8:00-4:00); Saturday, October 16 (8:00-4:00) and Sunday, October 17 (8-12:00 noon) Cost: Credits: 20 regular CE's

Cancellations & Refunds: Please note that registration cancellations must be received in writing by the MCA Central Office at least three working days (72 hours) prior to the event to receive refund.

Contact:

Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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More information to follow:

We are in the right profession at the right time. Disease care is the fatest growing failing business in America. People are demanding the wholistic approach to healthcare. The Chiropractic profession is best suited to gove people the whole person approach to wellness.

Presenter: Dr. John Brimhall Sponsored by: Nutri-West Supplements Dates/Times: Friday, October 15 (8:00-4:00); Saturday, October 16 (8:00-4:00) and Sunday, October 17 (8-12:00 noon) Cost: Credits: 20 regular CE's

Cancellations & Refunds: Please note that registration cancellations must be received in writing by the MCA Central Office at least three working days (72 hours) prior to the event to receive refund.

Contact:

Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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This Webinar: Some chemical reaction products in our cells are harmless, but some, can be very dangerous. Free radicals may start chain reaction within that cell that will lead to cell damage and its potential death. Learn some important antioxidants and find out how they help us stay healthy. Learn the power of Omega 3, and many roles it plays to ensure the proper sty of health for our body.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Debra Hurston dhurston@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

A 12 hour lecture and hands-on course This fun, engaging 12 hour "lecture & hands-on lab" course is designed for DCs and staff seeking Monday morning implementation and easy practice integration. Posture Strengthening Program Protocols to fit YOUR practice: 7 week group program 7 week individual clinical program 20+ week clinical program Education, Engage and Excite with StrongPosture Exercise Rehab protocols for Retention and Referrals. Educate the Public: How chiropractic & StrongPosture exercise helps you feel and move well Why people who Stand Taller~Live Longer Who should get an annual "Posture Picture" Engage your Patients: Build patient interest and involvement with balls, bands, foam rollers and other economical tools. Individualize exercises: Athletes to Boomers, Teens to Geriatric Memorable "bio-mechanics 101" demos Excite your Practice: Increase patient retention from AcuteCare to Rehab and Wellness care Anti-aging benefits of chiropractic and daily posture exercise Dr. Steven Weiniger, author of Stand Taller~Live Longer, will teach how to create posture awareness and retrain habitual patterns of motion with the StrongPosture™ exercise progressions. These focused motion, core stabilization exercise protocols use low-tech tools (balls, bands, foam rollers,etc) for easy integration into a chiropractic practice for improved results and retention. In addition, "Bio-mechanics 101" concepts blend common-sense with current research to increase patient engagement from AcuteCare to Rehab and Wellness care and build the perceived value of daily posture exercise as an intelligent, anti-aging strategy. MCA SEMINAR BONUS: Focused motion stretches to integrate with StrongPosture™ exercise protocols. Members $200 Non-Members $250 Office Staff $100

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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During this course we will discuss how the insurance company profiles your practice, how to perform internal self audits to fix improper billing patters and how through the utilization of active rehabilitation techniques, you can save your practice from the passive therapy trap that causes audits. Only you can change your claims history and how your practice is profiled by the insurance companies.

The agenda for this 6 hour Coding & Documentation Course: -Understanding Medicare Regulations -OIG Report from May 2005 regarding proposed 67% post payment denial rate -OIG outcome review of findings -Additional Documenation requests Medicare program integrity -Understanding the Direct Therapeutic Relationship required by Medicare -Charting Improvement -Exact Medicare Requirements -Exam Requirements -Daily Note Requirements -Necessity -Indemnification -Challenges to proving necessity -Billing for necessity -Chronic vs. Acute Subluxation -Active Care/Maintenance Care -Modifiers -Contraindications -Treatment Parameters -Converting from passive therapy to active rehab -Ethics to review -OIG Workplace review -Mercy Conference Guidelines -Aetna Guidelines -Documenting the exam and re-exam -Outcomes Tools -The daily note -Clinical indications for film -Documenting for PT

Members $100 Non-Members $150 Office Staff $100

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Debra Hurston dhurston@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

This Webinar: If you are tired of hearing your patients telling you: "My anti-inflammatory medication will do me good" This topic is for you! Discover natural ways to help fight inflammation and help your patients vitalistic way!

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Debra Hurston dhurston@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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This Webinar: Amino acids are building blocks for proteins and are important parts in other metabolic process. Some amino acids can be synthesized in our body, but some, essential ones, have to be received from dietary sources. Discover which foods are rich with amino acids and how some foods can provide us with building blocks from amino acid synthesis in our bodies.

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411

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SAVE THE DATE

 

2011 Chiropractic Day at the Capitol

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Jan Nelson jnelson@mnchiro.com 952-882-9411