Wayne Bennett, DC

Chiropractic Expert Witness & Consultant

Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Consultants

Diplomate, American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians

Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics

Objective, evidence-based standard of care and documentation opinions from a former regulatory board chairman with 30+ years of clinical experience

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Call 928-830-9937

Wayne Bennett, DC

Chiropractic Expert Witness & Consultant

Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Consultants

Diplomate, American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians

Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics

Objective, evidence-based standard of care and documentation opinions from a former regulatory board chairman with 30+ years of clinical experience

Just a phone call away

Call 928-830-9937

Chiropractic Standard of Care

✅ Clinical Decision Making
✅ Red Flags
✅ Reasonableness

Clinical Documentation Integrity

✅ Adequacy
✅ Internal integrity
✅ Regulatory context

Medical Necessity / Utilization Review

✅ Necessity
✅ Guideline Integrity
✅ Rationale

Niche / Specialized Expertise

✅ Trauma-Informed Care
✅ Telehealth Standards
✅ Reimbursement Policy Analysis
✅ Mechanically Readable File (MRF) Review

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I provide expert analysis in cases involving chiropractic standard of care, causation, and medical necessity, with particular focus on neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

Typical engagements include:

  • Disputes involving medical necessity and utilization review
  • Regulatory or board-related matters involving chiropractic care 
  • Motor vehicle collision and personal injury cases
  • Independent medical evaluations and peer review
  • Allegations of overutilization, under-treatment, or documentation deficiencies

I also provide expert witness consultation in the following niche/specialized areas:

  • Disputes involving Trauma-Informed Care
  • Evidence-Based clinical decision making
  • Telehealth Documentation and Practice disputes
  • Reimbursement and Policy Analysis
  • Mechanical Readable Files (MRF) Review

My work is informed by active clinical practice, prior service as Chairman of a state chiropractic regulatory board, and ongoing involvement in clinical guideline and reimbursement frameworks.

I am retained by both plaintiff and defense counsel. My role is not advocacy—it is objective, evidence-based analysis.

Each case is evaluated against:

  • Established clinical guidelines
  • Mechanism of injury and clinical correlation
  • Documentation standards
  • Reasonable utilization parameters
  • Local jurisdictional considerations

If the records do not support the position of the retaining party, that is clearly communicated. Maintaining independence and credibility is essential to producing opinions that withstand scrutiny.

My process is structured to be efficient, defensible, and aligned with litigation timelines:

  1. Preliminary Case Screening
    A focused initial review to determine whether the case warrants full analysis
  2. Comprehensive Record Review
    Detailed evaluation of all available clinical records, imaging, billing patterns, and timelines
  3. Written Opinion (if requested)
    Clear, well-supported reports suitable for deposition and trial
  4. Deposition and Testimony
    Available as needed, with preparation tailored to the legal strategy

Turnaround time is typically 7–14 days, depending on complexity and record volume.

In addition to over 30 years of active clinical practice, my background includes:

  • Board certification in chiropractic consulting, orthopedics, and utilization review
  • Former Chairman of a state chiropractic regulatory board
  • Direct involvement in policy, reimbursement, and guideline development
  • Participation in a clinically integrated network (CIN) with outcomes tracking and MRF (Mechanically Readable File) analysis
  • Experience analyzing payer behavior, including third-party administrator (TPA) models
  • Trauma-Informed Care training and regulatory experience
  • Telehealth regulation and policy formulation

This allows me to evaluate cases not only from a clinical standpoint, but also within the broader context of documentation standards, utilization management, and payer systems—issues that are frequently central to litigation.

Fees are structured to be transparent, predictable, and consistent with industry standards:

  • Initial Case Screening: Typically 1.5 hours (prepaid)
  • Record Review & Consultation: $350/hour
  • Report Preparation: Billed hourly or as a flat fee depending on scope and complexity
  • Deposition Testimony: $600/hour (3-hour minimum; prepaid)
  • Trial Testimony: $700/hour (half-day minimums apply)

A retainer is required prior to full case review and is applied toward billed services.

Expedited Services
Requests requiring accelerated turnaround may be accommodated at 1.5× standard rates, depending on availability.

Travel Time and Expenses
When travel is required, time spent in transit is billed at a reduced rate of $100/hour. Reasonable and customary travel expenses—including airfare, lodging, ground transportation, and meals—are billed at cost.

Scheduling and Cancellations
Reasonable notice is required for deposition and trial cancellations. Reserved time may be billed if adequate notice is not provided.

Where appropriate, I work with counsel to identify efficient early case assessment strategies to help manage litigation costs while maintaining a high standard of clinical and evidentiary review.

I have had limited formal testimony experience to date, as my professional focus has been primarily in clinical practice, regulatory service, and healthcare policy.

As a former Chairman of a state chiropractic regulatory board, I have extensive experience evaluating clinical care, documentation, and standard-of-care issues in high-stakes settings. I also have experience in testimony and legislative engagement in both state and national level healthcare policy-making settings. That work required the same level of analytical rigor, objectivity, and defensibility expected in a legal environment.

I accept expert witness engagements selectively, with an emphasis on cases where my background in clinical practice, utilization review, and regulatory oversight provides meaningful value.

This approach allows me to remain current, objective, and grounded in real-world practice, rather than functioning as a full-time expert witness.

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