Author: ICS Staff

TODAY: Final License Renewal Deadline (8/31/2023)

Posted by ICS Staff | Aug 31, 2023 | ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has now extended the 2023 license renewal deadline from July 31, 2023, to August 31, 2023.

Obituaries: Dr. Scott Woodruff, DC

Posted by ICS Staff | Aug 28, 2023 | Obituaries | 0 |

Dr. Scott Clair Woodruff, passed away at the age of 55, on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, with the love of his family by his side. Scott was born in Evanston, IL, on July 1, 1968, the son of the late Gordon C. and Anita Marie (nee Johnson) Woodruff.

Remembering Dr. Kenneth Pangle – A Distinguished Chiropractic Leader

Posted by ICS Staff | Aug 23, 2023 | ICS Message, Obituaries | 0 |

Dr. Pangle’s impactful leadership and unwavering passion over 60 years of practice touched both his grateful patients and colleagues, leaving a legacy of warmth and generosity.

Enhancing Your Practice with Customizable Forms and Templates

Posted by ICS Staff | Aug 2, 2023 | Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Documentation, Employer Practices, ICS Message, Insurance, Legal, Practice Management, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

Discover the key to success for your chiropractic practice. The Illinois Chiropractic Society (ICS) provides a comprehensive collection of researched, flexible, and accurate forms and templates, ensuring streamlined documentation, compliance, and improved patient care. Learn how to access these valuable resources in the article!

ADA Requirements: Effective Communication for Patients with Vision, Hearing, or Speech Disabilities

Posted by ICS Staff | Jun 29, 2023 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Patient Communication, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Revised ADA rules now mandate physician offices to provide accommodations for patients with communication disabilities, ensuring equal access to healthcare. These regulations establish a universal standard of care for all patients, regardless of their abilities. Read the article to learn more!

Language Service Notices Required

Posted by ICS Staff | Jun 29, 2023 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Patient Communication, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) prohibits discrimination in healthcare. Providers must comply with the rules, including posting a Notice of Nondiscrimination and providing language assistance services. The goal is to ensure equal access and eliminate discrimination in healthcare. Read the article to learn more!

Credit Card Surcharges and Chiropractic Physicians in Illinois

Posted by ICS Staff | Jun 28, 2023 | Billing and Collections, Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Discover the pitfalls of credit card surcharges in the physician office. While the state doesn’t specifically address surcharges, caution is advised.

IDFPR Requires Separate Registration for Each of Your Locations

Posted by Greg Farr | Jun 14, 2023 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Marketing and Advertising, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

In Illinois, PSCs, Medical Corporations, and PLLCs must register each business location with IDFPR. This ensures compliance and effective regulation. Chiropractic physicians should keep records of the registration.