The Top 5 Most Read Articles from 2025
2025 has been filled with key developments, from the UnitedHealthcare modifier requirements to the proper disposal of sharps in the chiropractic office. Below are the 5 most-read articles from the Illinois Chiropractic Society—catch up before the year ends and take action!
- ICD 10 Changes October 1, 2025 – Published September 25, 2025
ICD-10 updates take effect Oct. 1, 2025, with key changes for chiropractic physicians, including new pain detail codes and socioeconomic factors. Update your billing to avoid denials and support accurate claims.
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- UHC’s New (2025) Modifier Requirements for Participating Providers in Commercial Plans (Template Included) – Published March 20, 2025
Starting February 1, 2025, UHC requires the GA modifier and consent forms for billing non-covered services to prevent claim denials and financial liability, impacting chiropractic services.
- Acupuncture Needle and Sharps Container Disposal: What Illinois Chiropractic Offices Must Know – Published November 13, 2025
Is your acupuncture needle container full? Here’s what Illinois chiropractic offices must know to dispose of it safely and legally.
- You May Receive a Call from BCBSIL to Verify Directory Information – Published April 17, 2025
ICS members should be aware that BCBSIL will soon conduct provider directory audits to comply with Illinois law. Be prepared to verify basic practice details and stay alert for scam attempts.
- VA Eliminates Barrier to Community Care Referrals for Veterans – Published June 5, 2025
The VA has removed a key administrative barrier, making it easier and faster for veterans to access chiropractic and other community-based care when appropriate and with their VA provider’s approval.
