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To choose a chiropractor for auto accident injuries in Pennsylvania, you should ensure the chiropractor is licensed by the **Pennsylvania State Board of Chiropractic**, which regulates licensing and practice standards in the state. Pennsylvania requires chiropractors to apply through the PA Licensing System (PALS), pass the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) exams (all four parts including clinical and basic sciences), and obtain a chiropractic license plus an Adjunctive Procedures license to perform certain therapies. Licensees must also carry malpractice insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 aggregate per year. The Board mandates a criminal background check but no fingerprinting, and licenses renew every two years with 24 hours of continuing education required[1][3][4][5][6].
For auto accident injuries, verifying licensure validity on the Pennsylvania State Board of Chiropractic website is critical to confirm the chiropractor is in good standing and meets malpractice insurance requirements. You should ask about the chiropractor’s experience treating auto accident injuries specifically, familiarity with Pennsylvania insurance rules (e.g., personal injury protection or PIP coverage), and whether they coordinate care with your auto insurance and legal representatives. Pennsylvania does not allow chiropractors to practice telemedicine or have travel permits for treatment, so confirm they have an accessible office. Typical costs vary widely depending on treatment complexity, but patients often encounter initial visit fees and ongoing session costs; auto insurance may cover these if the chiropractor is credentialed with the carrier[1][3][4]. It is wise to verify whether the chiropractor accepts your insurance or works directly with auto insurers to facilitate billing.
In summary, to select a chiropractor for auto accident injuries in Pennsylvania: - Confirm current PA chiropractic licensure and malpractice insurance through the State Board. - Verify NBCE exam completion and licensure details via the PA Licensing System. - Ask about experience with auto accident treatment and insurance coordination. - Understand typical session costs and insurance coverage specifics. - Consider state-specific rules like no telemedicine authorization and the requirement for adjunctive procedure licensure for specialized care[1][3][4][5][6].
Have more questions? Contact individual practices directly for specific information about their services, pricing, and availability.