Author: Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel

Medical Records Access and Copy Fees – Patients and Third Parties

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Sep 26, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Compliance, Documentation, Frequently Asked Questions, HIPAA, ICS Message, Legal, 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.

How Long Do I Need to Keep My Continuing Medical Education (CME) Certificates and Logs?

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 23, 2023 | Compliance, Documentation, Featured, ICS Message, Legal, Personal Development, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

While regulations don’t specify the amount of time to retain continuing education certificates and logs, the ICS recommends saving them for a minimum of 10 years. Delve into the article to understand more!

Independent Contractor or Employee

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 16, 2023 | Employer Practices, Legal, zall | 0 |

Discover the pivotal differences between independent contractors and employees according to IRS guidelines. Uncover insights into behavioral, financial, and relationship controls, and how they impact taxes, liability, and other considerations in the physician practice.

Using AI Video Analysis in Hiring: Key Chiropractic Clinic Takeaways from the Video Interview Act

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 9, 2023 | Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Documentation, Employer Practices, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The 2020 Artificial Intelligence Video Interview Act outlines crucial mandates for AI-driven job interviews, impacting chiropractic hiring. Compliance with disclosure, consent, sharing, and reporting rules is essential for chiropractic employers.

Responding to Negative Online Reviews

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jun 7, 2023 | Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Marketing and Advertising, Patient Communication, Practice Management, Social Media, zall | 0 |

Healthcare providers must navigate the delicate balance of safeguarding patient privacy while addressing online reviews. Recent HIPAA violations underscore the importance of exercising caution. Discover more insights in the article!

ADA: Patient Accommodations

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | May 3, 2023 | Compliance, Legal, zall | 0 |

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires physician offices to provide accommodations for patients with disabilities. Physician offices are considered places of public accommodation and must comply with ADA accessibility requirements. Read the article for more!

License Renewal

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Mar 27, 2023 | Legal, zall | 0 |

Illinois Medical Practice Act licenses expire on July 31, 2023, and the IDFPR will start accepting online renewal applications in April. The ICS strongly urges members to renew before August 1 and not take the risks associated with late renewal.

Advance Directives In Illinois: The Health Care Power of Attorney

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Mar 22, 2023 | Compliance, Documentation, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Knowing about “advance directives” is crucial for physicians, as these written statements can affect patient care and the involvement of third parties in decision-making.