Monica Smith1, Lynne A Carber. 1. Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research, Davenport, Iava. monica.smith@palmer.edu
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: This study evaluates the actual or potential contribution of the chiropractic profession in meeting US healthcare workforce needs. METHODS: The authors performed a descriptive cross-sectional mail survey of US chiropractors in 2002 to 2003. RESULTS: The amount of charity care provided by chiropractors closely approximates that of medical physicians; on a weekly basis, approximately 2 weekly hours of chiropractic care are provided for free, and 4 weekly hours are provided at a reduced fee. CONCLUSION: Chiropractors serve a vital, though often overlooked, role in the US health care safety net.
OBJECTIVE: This study evaluates the actual or potential contribution of the chiropractic profession in meeting US healthcare workforce needs. METHODS: The authors performed a descriptive cross-sectional mail survey of US chiropractors in 2002 to 2003. RESULTS: The amount of charity care provided by chiropractors closely approximates that of medical physicians; on a weekly basis, approximately 2 weekly hours of chiropractic care are provided for free, and 4 weekly hours are provided at a reduced fee. CONCLUSION: Chiropractors serve a vital, though often overlooked, role in the US health care safety net.
Authors: Margaret D Whitley; Patricia M Herman; Gursel R Aliyev; Cathy D Sherbourne; Gery W Ryan; Ian D Coulter Journal: J Manipulative Physiol Ther Date: 2021-08-29 Impact factor: 1.300