Category: Scope of Practice

When Is A Physician-Patient Relationship Legally Formed?

by Melinda Malecki, JD, MS, CPHRM | Apr 28, 2021 | Compliance, Featured, Legal, Practice Management, Scope of Practice | 0 |

At what point is a physician – patient relationship formed? In this article Ms. Melinda Malecki, JD, MS, CPHRM discusses the development of the relationship. Read the article to learn more!

Microdermabrasion

by ICS Staff | Apr 7, 2021 | Frequently Asked Questions, Scope of Practice | 0 |

Have you ever wondered if chiropractic physicians can perform microdermabrasion? This article provides guidance. Read the article to learn more!

The ADA and Required Auxiliary Aids

by Marc Abla, CAE | Nov 12, 2020 | Compliance, Legal, Patient Communication, Practice Management, Scope of Practice | 0 |

As physicians, it is your responsibility to make sure that you have good communication with your patients. This week we discuss the required auxiliary aids under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

School Bus Driver Physicals

by ICS Staff | Jul 27, 2020 | Scope of Practice | 0 |

DC’s may provide school bus driver medical examinations.

Commercial Driver’s License and the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

by Marc Abla, CAE | Jun 24, 2020 | Legal, Scope of Practice | 0 |

The US Department of Transportation (DOT) through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued final rules late last month that laid out the requirements for health care providers to become certified Medical Examiners and issue medical certificates for commercial motor vehicle drivers. The rule was finalized after many years of work and development, and as expected, Chiropractic Physicians are included in the list of health care providers that are qualified to become Medical Examiners.