Did you know? Chiropractic is the fastest-growing and second-largest primary health care profession. There are approximately 60,000 Doctors of Chiropractic actively practicing in the United States. Chiropractic is one of the most effective ways of restoring proper nerve and brain function. Chiropractic services in high demand. Millions of Americans routinely choose chiropractic services and this number is rapidly growing. Doctors of Chiropractic receive extensive education and training. Doctors of Chiropractic receive extensive, demanding professional education. To receive a degree to become a chiropractor, one must complete extensive undergraduate prerequisites and four years of graduate-level instruction and internship at an accredited chiropractic institution. Comprehensive knowledge of all systems of the body and diagnostic procedures enable chiropractors to thoroughly evaluate a patient, address disorders relating to the spine and determine the need for referral to other healthcare practitioners. Doctors of Chiropractic as primary healthcare professionals. According to the Center for Studies in Health Policy, "The chiropractor can provide all three levels of primary care interventions and therefore is a primary care provider, as are MD's. Chiropractors are gatekeepers to the healthcare system and an independent practitioner providing primary care services. The chiropractor's office is a direct access portal of entry to the full scope of service." Chiropractic recognized by governmental healthcare programs. Chiropractic is included in Medicare, Medicaid, Federal Employees Health Care Benefits Programs, Federal Workers' Compensation and all state workers' compensation programs. Click below for more information About Chiropractic:   Functional Neurology and Chiropractic   Understanding "Health" and Healthcare"   Chiropractic is Safe and Effective...   Frequently Asked Questions...   It's All About Anatomy   History of Chiropractic   Back Pain Statistics   Meridian Valley Chiropractic, along with all information provided, is for educational purposes only and is not an attempt to replace the need to seek healthcare services or to provide specific healthcare advice. We strongly encourage users to consult with their chiropractor or other qualified healthcare professionals for personal healthcare attention and answers to personal questions. Meridian Valley Chiropractic 13106 S.E. 240th St., Suite 201 Kent, WA 98031 www.hugheschiro.com Michael Hughes, DC E-Mail: mvcc92@gmail.com Phone: 253-631-1118 Fax: 253-631-1156   © 2001-2003 Healthy Practices, Inc. All rights reserved.