AK Regulatory Compliance & Standards 3

Question 1

Under ICAK standards, continuing education credits to maintain AK certification must be obtained from:

Accepted Answer

ICAK-approved postgraduate programs only

Answer

ICAK requires that CEUs for AK recertification come from ICAK-approved postgraduate programs to ensure content meets their curriculum standards.

Question 2

When billing insurance for a visit that includes AK muscle testing, the practitioner should code the service under:

Accepted Answer

The licensed professional's applicable procedure codes (e.g., chiropractic manipulation)

Answer

Because AK lacks its own CPT codes, services are billed under the licensed practitioner's applicable procedure codes that best describe the service rendered.

Question 3

A patient's AK treatment records are subpoenaed in a malpractice case. The minimum retention period for adult patient records in most US states is:

Accepted Answer

7 years from last visit

Answer

Most US states mandate a minimum of 7 years for adult patient record retention, though practitioners should check their specific state law.

Question 4

Which statement about ICAK-USA membership and certification is accurate?

Accepted Answer

Certification requires passing both written and practical examinations

Answer

The CAK designation requires successful completion of both a written knowledge examination and a practical skills examination, separate from membership.

Question 5

An AK practitioner recommends a patient stop prescribed medication based solely on a manual muscle test. This action most likely violates:

Accepted Answer

Scope of practice laws and medical practice acts

Answer

Advising discontinuation of prescription medication without prescriptive authority constitutes practicing medicine outside one's licensed scope.

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