News from Around the World Israel 61 DCs in the country, five years ago, there were 20 DCs. Private insurance covers chiropractic care, but not federal programs. Coverage is available for disabled veterans. HMOs are beginning to be a force in Israel. DCs practice under common law but there is no specific chiropractic legislation.
Legislation is pending for alternative providers and allied health providers under one omnibus bill.
This legislation will provide for a chiropractic board and the establishment of rules and regulations concerning the profession. The primary fight at the time involves achieving and maintaining primary contact status. Another fight deals with Russian MDs who have backgrounds in physical medicine practicing as chiropractors. They have a new demonstration project with the Israeli military. DCs are also serving their annual military commitment as DCs, providing care to members of the military.