How to Deal With Constant Change

The Risks of Emerging Technology

Capitalizing on Opportunities

Mike Whitmer's Lasting Impact

In this episode of Chiropractical, Host Dr. Jon Kec discusses the evolving landscape of chiropractic risk management with Mike Whitmer, who is retiring after 24 years with NCMIC. They delve into three major challenges facing the profession: the inevitability of change, the impact of social inflation on malpractice insurance, and the rise of emerging technologies, particularly A.I. in healthcare.

Mike Whitmer emphasizes the importance of adaptability, proper compliance, and maintaining the human connection in patient care.

He also advises chiropractors to leverage new technologies wisely and build strong professional networks.

With valuable insights and practical advice, this episode of Chiropractical aims to help you stay ahead of the curve and enhance patient care.

 

Adapting to Change
Be up-to-date with shifting compliance issues
Embrace the roles of associations

Adjusting to Social Inflation
What can be done about declining reimbursement rates?

Emerging Technology Risks
Do the benefits of AI outweigh the risks?
Is there already an over-reliance on technology?

While there are pressing challenges, there are also many opportunities. The growing acceptance of chiropractic care as part of mainstream healthcare continues to open doors for practitioners to integrate more within their communities and healthcare systems.

On a separate, but no less important, note, thank you to Mike Whitmer for an incredible 24 years at NCMIC. As Mike nears retirement, his impact and insights will be missed but will always be remembered.


Episode Timeline:

00:00 – Welcome to Chiropractical: Is it Crisis or Opportunity?

00:16 – Meet Your Host: Dr. Jon Kec

 00:48 – Welcome NCMIC’s Mike Whitmer

02:09 – How to Deal with Constant Change

03:16 – Navigating Compliance Challenges

05:12 – The Impact of Social Inflation on Malpractice

06:23 – Don’t Skip the Risk Management Basics

09:48 – Is Emerging Technology Too Risky?

13:27 – Turning Challenges into Opportunities

16:12 – Who Can You Network With?

22:26 – Congratulations Mike Whitmer for 24 Years

24:29 – Final Takeaways

While there are pressing challenges, there are also many opportunities. The growing acceptance of chiropractic care as part of mainstream healthcare continues to open doors for practitioners to integrate more within their communities and healthcare systems.

Thank you Mike Whitmer for an incredible 24 years at NCMIC. As Mike nears retirement, his impact and insights will be missed but will always be remembered.

If you have questions for “Chiropractical”, reach out at ASKNCMIC@NCMIC.com. 

Connect with us:

www.facebook.com/ncmic

https://www.instagram.com/ncmicinsurance/

Watch the video version of "Chiropractical": https://www.youtube.com/@ncmicinsurance

www.ncmic.com

 

In this episode of Chiropractical, Host Dr. Jon Kec discusses the evolving landscape of chiropractic risk management with Mike Whitmer, who is retiring after 24 years with NCMIC. They delve into three major challenges facing the profession: the inevitability of change, the impact of social inflation on malpractice insurance, and the rise of emerging technologies, particularly A.I. in healthcare.
Mike Whitmer emphasizes the importance of adaptability, proper compliance, and maintaining the human connection in patient care.
He also advises chiropractors to leverage new technologies wisely and build strong professional networks.
With valuable insights and practical advice, this episode of Chiropractical aims to help you stay ahead of the curve and enhance patient care.
&nbsp;
Adapting to Change
<ul>
<li>Be up-to-date with shifting compliance issues</li>
<li>Embrace the roles of associations</li>
</ul>
Adjusting to Social Inflation
<ul>
<li>What can be done about declining reimbursement rates?</li>
</ul>
Emerging Technology Risks
<ul>
<li>Do the benefits of AI outweigh the risks?</li>
<li>Is there already an over-reliance on technology?</li>
</ul>
While there are pressing challenges, there are also many opportunities. The growing acceptance of chiropractic care as part of mainstream healthcare continues to open doors for practitioners to integrate more within their communities and healthcare systems.
On a separate, but no less important, note, thank you to Mike Whitmer for an incredible 24 years at NCMIC. As Mike nears retirement, his impact and insights will be missed but will always be remembered.
 Episode Timeline:
00:00 &ndash; Welcome to Chiropractical: Is it Crisis or Opportunity?
00:16 &ndash; Meet Your Host: Dr. Jon Kec
&nbsp;00:48 &ndash; Welcome NCMIC&rsquo;s Mike Whitmer
02:09 &ndash; How to Deal with Constant Change
03:16 &ndash; Navigating Compliance Challenges
05:12 &ndash; The Impact of Social Inflation on Malpractice
06:23 &ndash; Don&rsquo;t Skip the Risk Management Basics
09:48 &ndash; Is Emerging Technology Too Risky?
13:27 &ndash; Turning Challenges into Opportunities
16:12 &ndash; Who Can You Network With?
22:26 &ndash; Congratulations Mike Whitmer for 24 Years
24:29 &ndash; Final Takeaways
While there are pressing challenges, there are also many opportunities. The growing acceptance of chiropractic care as part of mainstream healthcare continues to open doors for practitioners to integrate more within their communities and healthcare systems.
Thank you Mike Whitmer for an incredible 24 years at NCMIC. As Mike nears retirement, his impact and insights will be missed but will always be remembered.
If you have questions for &ldquo;Chiropractical&rdquo;, reach out at <a href="mailto:ASKNCMIC@NCMIC.com">ASKNCMIC@NCMIC.com</a>.&nbsp;
Connect with us:
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/ncmic">www.facebook.com/ncmic</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ncmicinsurance/">https://www.instagram.com/ncmicinsurance/</a>
Watch the video version of "Chiropractical": <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ncmicinsurance">https://www.youtube.com/@ncmicinsurance</a>
<a href="https://www.ncmic.com">www.ncmic.com</a>
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Chiropractical

Being a chiropractor is more than a career; it’s a calling. NCMIC is in a unique position to bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and folks who are just plain smart on all sorts of topics. Sometimes we’ll take a 30,000-foot view, other times we’ll get into the nitty gritty. But our goal will always be the same: to help you do more and do better, for yourself, your patients, and your community.

Being a chiropractor is more than a career; it’s a calling. NCMIC is in a unique position to bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and folks who are just plain smart on all sorts of topics. Sometimes we’ll take a 30,000-foot view, other times we’ll get into the nitty gritty. But our goal will always be the same: to help you do more and do better, for yourself, your patients, and your community.

On this episode of Chiropractical, host Jon Kec welcomes NCMIC’s Mike Whitmer to discuss the three major challenges facing chiropractic risk management today.  Emphasizing the need for adaptability in ever-changing environments, they explore the importance of staying current with compliance, managing social inflation, and leveraging emerging technologies like AI while maintaining a personal touch in patient care. Mike Whitmer highlights the need for sound risk management strategies, proper documentation, and continuing education to avoid legal pitfalls and improve overall patient outcomes.  This episode also touches upon the value of forming collaborative relationships within the medical community to enhance patient care and capitalize on new opportunities in the field.

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