From Medical Billing Services (MBS), an ANJC Gold Sponsor

As September begins, chiropractors across New Jersey are looking at a full calendar: patient visits, recent CE deadlines, staff management, and end-of-year planning.

It’s easy for billing and collections to slip into the background—until a stack of denials or delayed payments starts to hurt cash flow. Now is the perfect time to reassess your billing process and ensure it’s supporting your practice rather than slowing it down.

Below are five ways to strengthen your chiropractic billing before the year gets carried away—and set your practice up for a strong start to 2026.

1. Get claims out the door quickly

The speed of claim submission directly impacts when you get paid.

Best practice is to review and submit claims within 24 hours. If documentation is missing, your billing process should flag and resolve the issue immediately instead of letting it stall.

For a chiropractic office, where multiple visits per week are common, even a short delay can pile up into serious revenue gaps.

2. Navigate chiropractic coding challenges with expertise

Chiropractic billing is uniquely complex because every procedure has specific coding requirements.

Something as simple as using X-rays in conjunction with a subluxation diagnosis can result in denied payment if it isn’t coded correctly. Certified coders who stay current with Medicare policies and chiropractic-specific coding rules can help avoid costly mistakes and ensure you’re reimbursed for the care you provide.

3. Turn denials into learning opportunities

Studies show that 83 percent of medical claims don’t meet all requirements for payment.

Denials are more than an annoyance—they’re a signal.

A strong billing partner not only resubmits claims but also identifies patterns, educates staff, and adjusts processes to reduce future denials. For example, if a payer consistently rejects claims with unspecified diagnoses, your team can adjust documentation practices so those claims get approved the first time.

4. Protect your cash flow from staff changes and absences

Many practices depend heavily on one or two employees to handle billing.

Vacations, turnover, or illness can suddenly disrupt collections and delay payments.

Outsourcing reduces this risk.

With a larger billing team working on your behalf, your claims don’t stop moving when someone is out of the office. That kind of stability becomes especially important during the busy end-of-year season.

5. Demand full transparency in your billing process

Transparency means knowing where your money is at all times.

Your billing team should provide clear notes, follow-ups, and reports that are easily accessible and understandable. This not only builds trust but also allows you to spot trends, forecast revenue, and make better business decisions for your practice.

Hidden processes or unclear reporting can mask problems until they’ve already impacted your bottom line.

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Simplify Your Billing with Medical Billing Services (MBS)

Medical Billing Services (MBS), an ANJC Gold Sponsor, specializes in chiropractic billing and coding.

Their team of certified coders works with multiple EHR systems, manages claims within 24 hours, and applies lessons learned from hundreds of providers to reduce denials and speed up payments.

Clients who partner with MBS see tangible results: fewer denials, faster claim turnaround, and consistent collections—even during staff absences or busy seasons.

Before the year gets carried away, make sure your billing process is helping—not holding back—your practice.

Click here to learn more about MBS and connect with their team today!

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