Time of Service Discounts
One of the most frequent questions asked of ICS staff is whether there are legal obstacles to offering discounts to patients who pay in cash at the time of service, often called “time of service discounts.”
Read MoreAuthor: Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel
Illinois Insurance Claims Fraud Prevention Act
The ICS has advised its members early and often: federal and state regulators have for some time prioritized the prevention and prosecution of health insurance fraud.
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PHYSICIAN DUTY TO SCREEN FOR CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING: STRICTER STANDARDS ADOPTED
As trusted health care providers, chiropractic physicians are mandated by law to perform lead poisoning screening on all patients who are 6 years of age or younger.
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How to Legally Claim Specialties in Advertising
The Illinois Medical Practice Act permits physicians to advertise “information pertaining to the person’s area of specialization, including appropriate board certification or limitation of professional practice.” The IDFPR interprets this provision to allow advertising of specialty certifications issued by the American Chiropractic Association…
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Using Testimonials in Advertising
Historically the law completely prohibited the use of testimonials in physician advertising, based on the state’s power to protect the public from misleading marketing. In 2001, a chiropractic physician challenged the prohibition in a case that arose from the discipline of his license for the use of testimonials.
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Register Your Corporations and PLLCS with the IDFPR: A Cautionary Tale
The ICS recognized that could have a serious impact on ICS members who render chiropractic services from professional corporations that may not be licensed.
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Telemarketing and Solicitation
Physicians are increasingly using advertising to promote business, and new doctors, in particular, may be more apt to use promotional tools such as telemarketing to boost their fledgling practices.
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Associate Physician Departing from Practice – Legal Considerations
The departure of an associate physician from a practice sometimes causes operational disruption and always requires the practice and the departing associate to take steps to ensure a smooth transition. Both the associate and practice need to address the ethical, regulatory, contractual, managed care, and liability impact of the exit.
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