The FTC dropped its appeal of the court ruling that struck down its non-compete ban. The ICS reminds Illinois physicians that state restrictions remain in effect. Read the full update to learn more!
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Social media offers powerful marketing and education tools for physicians, but it also carries risks. Ethical use requires protecting confidentiality, avoiding unintended relationships, and ensuring truthful content.
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Illinois physicians may provide nutrition telemedicine for established in-state patients if standards of care are met, but laws, licensure, and liability risks complicate out-of-state services.
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Illinois physician licenses expire July 31, 2026. Set a reminder now, update your email, and complete CME early to avoid penalties, gaps in licensure, or discipline.
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Since its initial passage in 1996, the HIPAA law has been implemented and expanded by regulations that have not always been easily understood by providers. This article is intended to consolidate and update ICS information about access to, disclosure of, and copying fees for patient medical records.
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Once banned for being misleading, patient testimonials in physician ads are now allowed under the Medical Practice Act, if truthful. False cures, guarantees, or unverifiable praise remain strictly prohibited. Read the article to learn more!
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Illinois law requires all health care providers to screen children under 7 for lead exposure using the updated IDPH questionnaire, ensuring early detection, especially in high-risk communities.
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Chiropractic physicians must understand advance directives, especially health care powers of attorney, to ensure compliance, respect patient wishes, and know who can legally make care decisions. Read the article to learn more!
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