Legal Archives - Illinois Chiropractic Society

NUTRITIONAL SERVICES VIA TELEMEDICINE

by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Sep 3, 2025 | Compliance, Frequently Asked Questions, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Illinois physicians may provide nutrition telemedicine for established in-state patients if standards of care are met, but laws, licensure, and liability risks complicate out-of-state services.

Paxson Question of the Month (Vol. 5: Muscle Therapy and Delegation)

by ICS Staff | Aug 21, 2025 | Documentation, ICS Message, Personal Development, Practice Management, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

Discover who can legally perform muscle therapy in your chiropractic office. Learn delegation rules, compliance tips, and how Paxson helps ICS members get clear, reliable answers fast.

License Renewal

by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 19, 2025 | Legal, Members Only, zall | 0 |

Illinois physician licenses expire July 31, 2026. Set a reminder now, update your email, and complete CME early to avoid penalties, gaps in licensure, or discipline.

Medical Records Access and Copy Fees – Patients and Third Parties

by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Aug 14, 2025 | Billing and Collections, Compliance, Documentation, Frequently Asked Questions, HIPAA, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Practice Management, Scope of Practice, zall | 0 |

Since its initial passage in 1996, the HIPAA law has been implemented and expanded by regulations that have not always been easily understood by providers. This article is intended to consolidate and update ICS information about access to, disclosure of, and copying fees for patient medical records.

Compliance Focus: Name Badges and Other Name Requirements

by ICS Staff | Aug 13, 2025 | Compliance, ICS Message, Legal, Patient Communication, Personal Development, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Illinois law requires specific name badge and license display rules for chiropractic practices. See what to check to avoid fines, complaints, and compliance issues.