Author: Lindsay Wagahoff, MA

Chiropractic Healthcare Month – October 2021

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Aug 25, 2021 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

Governor Pritzker has issued a proclamation to designate October 2021 as Chiropractic Health Care Month in Illinois! The recognition comes at a time when we have made great strides in increasing access to chiropractic care, such as the inclusion of chiropractic in the Medicaid program, as well as continuing to advocate for the pending Medicare amendment that would provide coverage for many additional services. Read the article to learn more!

The time to ACT for Medicare patients is now!

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Aug 11, 2021 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

Congress is now out of session for the August recess. This means Congresspersons are back home in their districts and connecting with constituents. This is a great time for constituents to reach out to their members of Congress about the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2021 (H.R. 2654).

End of Session Report- 2021

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Jul 21, 2021 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

The 2021 Legislative session did not complete and did not officially adjourn on May 31, 2021. However, there are a number of items that were passed in the session. Read the article to learn more!

Spring 2021 Legislative Session Update

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Apr 29, 2021 | ICS Message, Legislative, Medicare and Medicaid, zall | 0 |

This week we provide updates on legislative issues that are important to chiropractic physicians in Illinois. Some of these issues involve Medicaid legislation, prior authorizations, and telehealth. Watch the video to learn more!

Black History and the Future of Chiropractic

Posted by Marc Abla, CAE | Feb 18, 2021 | ICS Message, zall | 0 |

Dr. Micheala Edwards, the President of the American Black Chiropractic Association, joined the ICS staff to discuss diversity in the chiropractic profession and our impact on communities of color in Illinois.

ICS Introduces Medicaid Bill at Capitol

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Feb 17, 2021 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

The 102nd General Assembly has officially begun. A new General Assembly meant two new legislative leaders, new legislation, and the introduction of the ICS’ bill to require Medicaid coverage for chiropractic physician services. Read the article to learn more!

Updates from the 2021 Illinois Lame-Duck Session

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Jan 14, 2021 | ICS Message, Legal, Legislative, zall | 0 |

The lame-duck session focused mainly on criminal justice reform, education, workforce development, and health care. Also, a new Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives was elected. Watch the video to learn more!

Call to Action: Proposed Medicare Rule

Posted by Lindsay Wagahoff, MA | Sep 17, 2020 | ICS Message, Insurance, Legislative, Medicare and Medicaid, zall | 0 |

Lindsay Wagahoff – the ICS Government Relations Manager discusses the new proposed Medicare rule that will greatly reduce the fees for chiropractic physicians.