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

Business Structures for a Physician Practice: An Informed Choice

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jul 15, 2026 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Choose the right business structure with confidence. Learn key differences in liability, taxes, and compliance for physician practices, and make informed decisions to protect and grow your practice.

Current Status of Non-Competition Agreements in Illinois

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

Non-compete rules are shifting. While a federal ban failed, enforcement continues and Illinois law still applies. Learn how evolving regulations impact your contracts, risks, and practice decisions.

Credit Card Payments for Physician Fees: A Regulatory Tapestry

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jun 17, 2026 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Maximize collections while staying compliant. Learn how credit card use in physician offices boosts revenue, protects patient data, and navigates HIPAA, PCI, and legal risks with confidence.

Patient Photos, Videos, and Testimonials – Get Consent Before Circulating Content!

Posted by Greg Farr | May 13, 2026 | Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Documentation, HIPAA, HIPAA Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Marketing and Advertising, Members Only, Patient Communication, Personal Development, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Patient testimonials drive growth but risk HIPAA and privacy violations. Use proper consent, protect PHI, follow ad rules. ICS members can access a consent form to stay compliant.

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 | 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.