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

Time of Service Discounts

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Apr 29, 2026 | Billing and Collections, Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Time-of-service discounts may boost cash flow, but legal risks are real. Learn how to structure discounts compliantly, avoid fraud concerns, and protect your license and reimbursements.

Everything You Need to Know About Continuing Medical Education

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Apr 1, 2026 | Featured, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Master Illinois CME with ease: understand 150 hour requirements, formal vs. informal credits, mandated trainings, exemptions, audits, and certification, everything physicians need to stay compliant and stress free.

“BIPA” – The Illinois Biometric Privacy Act in the Physician Office

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Mar 18, 2026 | Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Documentation, HIPAA, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Patient Communication, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Biometric tech is rising in healthcare, but Illinois’ BIPA and HIPAA set strict rules. Clinics must understand consent, data use, and legal limits, especially for employee data, to avoid risk and stay compliant.

Reinstating A Not Renewed Or Inactive Chiropractic Physician License

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Feb 18, 2026 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Personal Development, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Reinstating an inactive or non-renewed license requires careful attention to Illinois rules, fees, and competency standards. Learn the key steps, timelines, and documentation needed to return to active practice with confidence.

What is the Full List of School Forms that Chiropractic Physicians May Sign?

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Feb 11, 2026 | Frequently Asked Questions, Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Illinois law allows chiropractic physicians to sign select school forms, but not all. Know what is permitted, what is prohibited, and how IHSA rules impact sports physicals to stay compliant and avoid costly missteps.

Employers of Five or More Employees Must Give Nursing Breaks

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jan 21, 2026 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Illinois now requires employers with 5+ staff to provide paid 30 minute nursing breaks and private space. Learn what changed, who must comply, and why exceptions are difficult to claim.

How-To Convert To A Correct Business Structure

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jan 7, 2026 | Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Operating under the wrong entity can trigger denials and penalties. This guide shows Illinois physicians how to correctly convert business structures, meet IDFPR rules, and stay compliant.

Informed Consent [Template Included]

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Dec 10, 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.