Need input on chiropractic account rate
Posted By: Wondering on 2007-06-22
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Does anyone do a chiropractic account? I am wondering what is a proper rate to charge. The account is basically patient SOAP notes, fairly easy. He has just started dictating his notes. I don't want to overcharge him, but I want a decent rate too. I don't want to charge separate for paper and toner, just add it in to my line rate. Have to take into account the cost of gas for pickup and delivery as well, which is about 10 miles one-way for me usually once a week, but I do try to run other errands when I deliver work as well. I am in Michigan. I have no idea what the going rate is in my area, as I don't know of any local MTs here. I am sure there must be some here, but in my 10 years in this area, I have yet to run across another local MT, nor have any of the numerous people I've met been aware of any as well. I have made between .10 and .13, be it 65-char. or gross line, for at least several years now as a subcontractor. I have 15 years of experience, mostly in acute care, so am not well versed in the going rate for clinic notes. Any input is greatly appreciated!
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TY everyone for your input..
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Thanks for your input - I really appreciate it! KM (nm)
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Sorry I didn't see your message before! That is really good input. I'm not trying to write a book as a course per se, I'm really trying to help folks most likely as an IC (that's what I am, and you can still pick up some accounts -- though it's getting harder!) Also the home/work balance, that sort of thing. I'd like to help people start successful businesses but you may be right -- that that would work best if they go into medical billing. Thanks.
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