ICS Staff, Author at Illinois Chiropractic Society

ICS Announces Dr. Mary Huffman’s Appointment to the Illinois State Medical Board

Posted by ICS Staff | Mar 8, 2023 | ICS Message, zall | 0 |

Appointed to the Illinois State Medical Board, Dr. Mary Huffman’s broad experience and professional outreach activities will bring a unique perspective to the Illinois State Medical Board.

Spotlight: Saluting Dr. Roger Pope, D.C., F.I.C.C.

Posted by ICS Staff | Mar 1, 2023 | ICS Message, zall | 0 |

The Illinois Chiropractic Society honors Dr. Roger Pope on his 50th anniversary of membership, acknowledging his outstanding service as a chiropractic physician and decorated Vietnam veteran who served in the United States Army before attending National College of Chiropractic.

Court Orders and Subpoenas for Records

Posted by ICS Staff | Feb 22, 2023 | Documentation, Frequently Asked Questions, Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

If you receive a third party subpoena or court order for patient records, you can find out how to respond in this article. It provides information on the legal process, including the steps you need to take to comply with the subpoena or court order. It also includes information on protecting the confidentiality of patient records and other legal considerations. Read the article to learn more!

The Power of Promptness: Why Timely Documentation Matters

Posted by ICS Staff | Feb 15, 2023 | Compliance, Documentation, Electronic Health Records, Examination and Consultation, ICS Message, Insurance, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Completing medical records is essential, but often delayed. This article delves into the importance of timely documentation and offers strategies to help you finish documentation more quickly. Read the article to learn more!

Medicare Releases New 2023 Fee Schedule

Posted by ICS Staff | Jan 13, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Compliance, ICS Message, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management | 0 |

Medicare has released the new 2023 fee schedule. The new schedule adheres to the recent Congressional changes. Read the article to learn more!

E-Mail Address Required for License Renewal Notification and Disciplinary Action

Posted by ICS Staff | Jan 11, 2023 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Did you know that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation now sends all licensing and disciplinary notices only via email to the email address they have on file? Read the article to learn more!

Healthcare Workplace Violence Preparedness Toolkit

Posted by ICS Staff | Jan 9, 2023 | Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Practice Management | 0 |

In recent years there has been an increase in violence against healthcare professionals. As a result, we are providing you with resources and information that you can utilize to reduce the risk and be prepared for an act of violence, should it occur in your practice.

Proposed Bill Reduces Medicare Fee Cuts

Posted by ICS Staff | Dec 21, 2022 | ICS Message, Legislative, Medicare and Medicaid, zall | 0 |

On Monday night, Congress introduced the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which is a bi-partisan budget deal worth $1.66 billion for 2023. The deal aims to partially address the upcoming Medicare fee schedule cuts. The Act was passed by the Senate on Wednesday. For more information, please read the article.