ICS Staff, Author at Illinois Chiropractic Society

Treating Employees in the Office

Posted by ICS Staff | May 10, 2017 | Frequently Asked Questions, Legal, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

This is an activity that falls in the “not specifically prohibited” category but is still fraught with pitfalls. In the first place, you have the same duty of care to an employee as you would toward any patient, and you should only perform procedures within your competency. The fact that the individual is your employee does not justify trying a new procedure in which you have no experience. Secondly, consider that if the employee becomes dissatisfied with treatment, it may lead to both a malpractice complaint and employment-related complaints as well.

NGS Releases ABN Form Video

Posted by ICS Staff | Feb 1, 2017 | Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, zall | 0 |

The ICS receives many calls from members regarding the Medicare ABN form. When to use it, when not to use it, using it for non-covered services, and more.

ICS Restores DC License to Read “Chiropractic Physician”

Posted by ICS Staff | Dec 31, 2016 | ICS Message, Legal, zall | 0 |

The ICS recently learned that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) had changed the terminology on Doctor of Chiropractic licenses from “Licensed Chiropractic Physician” to “Licensed Chiropractor.” This language was not consistent with your status as a physician under the Medical Practice Act and many other laws and regulations. The ICS contacted the IDFPR upon learning of the change, and we have been successful in getting it rectified.

National Health Care Reform Passes

Posted by ICS Staff | Dec 31, 2016 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

The US House of Representatives voted last evening to pass the Senate version of health care reform. Although the timelines and some particulars are still being reviewed, there are some very key provisions in the bill that affect the chiropractic profession directly.

BCBSIL Amendment – July 30, 2008

Posted by ICS Staff | Dec 31, 2016 | ICS Message, Insurance, zall | 0 |

On July 30, 2008, BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (BCBSIL) sent its participating providers a Letter Agreement that made changes to its existing provider agreements. At that time, the ICS sent its members a memo explaining the changes. On October 15, 2008, BCBSIL sent its participating providers a new Letter Agreement that rescinds and replaces the July 30, 2008 letter.

Continuing Education FAQ

Posted by ICS Staff | Dec 29, 2016 | Frequently Asked Questions, Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

The MPA requires 150 hours of CME for the licensing period, divided into 60 hours in Category I and 90 hours in Category II. For the renewal period in 2002 and thereafter, physicians will be responsible for 150 hours for the three-year licensing period earned during that period. CME is not required for the first renewal after licensure in Illinois.