Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel, Author at Illinois Chiropractic Society

NUTRITIONAL SERVICES VIA TELEMEDICINE

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Sep 3, 2025 | Compliance, Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

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.

License Renewal

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 19, 2025 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

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.

Medical Records Access and Copy Fees – Patients and Third Parties

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 14, 2025 | Billing and Collections, Compliance, Documentation, Frequently Asked Questions, HIPAA, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

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.

Using Testimonials in Advertising

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jun 24, 2025 | Compliance, Marketing and Advertising, zall | 0 |

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!

Physician Duty To Screen For Childhood Lead Poisoning: Stricter Standards Adopted In 2025

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | May 14, 2025 | Compliance, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

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.

Advance Directives In Illinois: The Health Care Power of Attorney

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | May 7, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

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!

Informed Consent [Template Included]

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Apr 30, 2025 | Business Forms and Templates, Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Informed consent isn’t just about signing a form—this guide breaks down the legal standards, ethical responsibilities, and documentation strategies every chiropractic physician should follow, plus includes a ready-to-use consent template.

Treating Minors: What You Need To Know About Minor Consent Law

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Apr 30, 2025 | Business Forms and Templates, Documentation, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

This practical guide helps chiropractic physicians understand when minors can legally consent to their own care, how to handle those cases ethically and lawfully, when parental consent is required, and includes a customizable consent form template.