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Physical Therapists and Direct Access to Patients in Illinois

By Lindsay Wagahoff, MA · May 2, 20183 min read

Doctor talking with patient — Physical Therapists and Direct Access to Patients in Illinois

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The past several weeks have been a very busy time at the Capitol. Both the Illinois Senate and the House of Representatives were under deadlines to vote on legislation and send bills to the opposite chamber.

During this period, the ICS alerted members with two different calls to action regarding physical therapists and direct access. As you will recall, the physical therapists introduced legislation earlier this session to gain direct access and diagnose patients.

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About the Author

Lindsay Wagahoff, MA

Ms. Wagahoff previously held the position of Director of Governmental Relations with the ICS. In addition to her Masters in Political Science, Lindsay has served on staff with the Office of the House Republican Leader as a legislative analyst. Also, she staffed the Human Services Committee (which handles Medicaid), as well as, the appropriations committee for Human Services. Prior to serving in this capacity, Lindsay was the Executive Director of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation, and brings a full understanding of member relations. Her friendly and bright demeanor and tenacious attitude allowed the Illinois Chiropractic Society to maintain positive health care relationships and advance the chiropractic profession both at the Capitol and with regulatory bodies. Please contact Ben Schwarm with questions related to Government Relations.