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

Treating at Free Clinics and in Emergencies: Good Samaritan Law

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jan 10, 2024 | Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The Good Samaritan law, therefore, applies in your office if a no-fee emergency should arise. What is an “emergency” in that context?

Injections and Off Label Products

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Jan 3, 2024 | Compliance, Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

The Illinois Chiropractic Society addresses uncertainties in scope of practice for injections, emphasizing the lack of specificity in the Medical Practice Act and guiding practitioners on appropriate non-prescription product use.

LEGAL AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS IN SELLING OR CLOSING YOUR PRACTICE

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Oct 10, 2023 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Selling or closing a healthcare practice involves complex legal aspects. We cover essential topics like license management, patient and employee notifications, and insurance, ensuring a smooth transition. Check out the full article for details!

Chiropractic Physician Office Space Rentals: Unpacking the OIG’s Special Fraud Alert

Posted by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Oct 4, 2023 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The OIG’s mission is to prevent fraud and waste in healthcare programs like Medicare. Chiropractors in Illinois must understand OIG guidelines on rental agreements, especially with recent CMS rules, to ensure compliance and protect both patients and practitioners.

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, 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!

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!