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06/24/2025

Who should I consult for allergy testing, an otolaryngologist or a chiropractor? For allergy testing, it is recommended to consult an otolaryngologist (ENT) rather than a chiropractor. Here's a brief comparison:

• Otolaryngologist (ENT): Specializes in ear, nose, and throat issues. Many ENTs are trained and equipped to perform allergy testing and treatment, particularly if your allergies affect your sinuses, ears, or throat.
• Chiropractor: Although some chiropractors claim to offer allergy relief, they are NOT MEDICALLY TRAINED OR LICENSED to conduct evidence-based allergy testing or treatment. Their approach is NOT supported by medical guidelines.

Recommendation: If your allergy symptoms affect your ears, nose, or throat, and you experience sinus issues or frequent infections, consider consulting an ENT.
SHORE OTOLARYNGOLOGY well-established in our community, offers allergy testing and successful immunotherapy for over 30 years.
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Call 609-463-5888 (CMCH) or 609-601-1570 (Somers Point).

06/23/2025

To file a Medicare complaint against a chiropractor who is improperly billing for allergy testing (a service typically not covered or not within a chiropractor’s scope), you can follow these steps:

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✅ Step 1: Determine the Type of Complaint

You’re reporting potential Medicare fraud or billing abuse, such as:
• Billing for services outside the chiropractor’s legal scope (e.g., allergy testing)
• Misrepresenting services to get reimbursement
• Performing or billing for medically unnecessary services

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✅ Step 2: File a Complaint with Medicare (CMS)

You can report suspected fraud or abuse to the Medicare Beneficiary and Family Centered Care - Quality Improvement Organization (BFCC-QIO) or directly to Medicare’s fraud hotline.

📞 Option A: Medicare Fraud Hotline
• Phone: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
• TTY: 1-877-486-2048
• Ask to report suspected Medicare fraud or abuse

🖥️ Option B: Online Complaint
• Go to: https://www.medicare.gov/forms-help-resources/help-fight-medicare-fraud
• Click on “Report Fraud”
• You’ll be directed to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) complaint form.

📝 Option C: OIG Complaint Form
• Direct link: https://oig.hhs.gov/fraud/report-fraud/
• Select “Medicare Fraud”
• Provide:
• Chiropractor’s name and location
• Description of the services billed (e.g., allergy testing)
• Dates of service
• Any supporting documentation (e.g., Explanation of Benefits [EOB])

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✅ Step 3: (Optional) Contact Your Medicare Advantage Plan

If you are on a Medicare Advantage plan, you can also file a complaint with your plan provider. They are required to investigate improper billing or out-of-scope services.

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Notes:
• Allergy testing is not within a chiropractor’s covered scope under Medicare — they are only reimbursed for manual manipulation of the spine for subluxation.
• If a chiropractor is billing for allergy testing, they may be:
• Misrepresenting the service
• Using incorrect billing codes
• Violating Medicare rules

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06/23/2025

Chiropractors can be a part of a holistic health team, but they are NOT LICENSED TO DIAGNOSE OR TREAT ALLERGIES in the conventional medical sense. Chiropractors generally do not perform standard medical allergy testing, such as skin prick tests or blood tests (e.g., IgE testing), which are typically conducted by medical doctors.

Important Considerations:
• These alternative methods are not supported by mainstream medical organizations, such as the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), or the American Medical Association.
• They may not provide accurate or reliable diagnoses.
• If you suspect you have allergies, it’s best to consult a board-certified medical doctor trained in immunology.

Chiropractors can be a part of a holistic health team, but they are not licensed to diagnose or treat allergies in the conventional medical sense.

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06/23/2025

Chiropractors can be a part of a holistic health team, but they are NOT LICENSED TO DIAGNOSE OR TREAT ALLERGIES in the conventional medical sense. Chiropractors generally do not perform standard medical allergy testing, such as skin prick tests or blood tests (e.g., IgE testing), which are typically conducted by licensed medical doctors.

Important Considerations:
• These alternative methods are not supported by mainstream medical organizations, such as the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), or the American Medical Association.
• They may not provide accurate or reliable diagnoses.
• If you suspect you have allergies, it’s best to consult a board-certified medical doctor trained in immunology.

Chiropractors can be a part of a holistic health team, but they are not licensed to diagnose or treat allergies in the conventional medical sense.

06/23/2025

CHRONIC NECK PAIN ? CHRONIC HEADACHES ? CHRONIC THROAT PAIN? SEASONAL and YEAR ROUND ALLERGIES ? Not getting better after numerous repetitive treatments?
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Serving ATLANTIC and CAPE MAY COUNTY for over 30 years.
We also test for FOOD ALLERGIES.
MEMBER JEFFERSON EAR NOSE and THROAT NETWORK.
609-463-5888 Cape May
609-601-1580 Somers Point

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