It’s interesting that every couple of years, I’ll have the same conversation with a colleague. We have differing opinions on the topic, “Are you a specialist or a generalist?” It seems like a simple question, but the ramifications will have a drastic impact on your practice.
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The authority of a physician to delegate patient care to office staff may well be one of most important tools in running a chiropractic practice.
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Physicians aim to aid financially struggling patients with sliding fees, but face legal hurdles. Strict compliance is vital to avoid fraud accusations. Read on for details!
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Against enormous odds and obstacles, the chiropractic profession has advanced admirably into mainstream American fiber. However, collectively, we often take one step forward and two steps back, and professionally, we endure daily discrimination from insurance companies, government programs, allopathic organizations and ourselves.
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Understandably, no one is happy to hear that he or she is the subject of a license investigation by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). However, as with any other worrisome situation, lack of knowledge about the process causes much of the trauma. There can be long blocks of time during which the licensee hears nothing, which in itself is very unnerving. Knowing what procedures to expect, together with careful handling of the case, can ease the stress considerably.
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Under Illinois law patients may directly examine and obtain copies of their medical records on request, including notes and x-rays. The patient must deliver the request in writing to the health care practitioner. Some doctors are holding copies hostage for unpaid medical service bills.
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Simplify your physician practice compliance with Statusfi™ from the Illinois Chiropractic Society. This new ICS member benefit helps you track, manage, and renew compliance requirements, making it easier than ever to stay on top of your obligations.
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The cost of occupational back pain has increased by 65% from 1996 to 2002, with spine surgical procedures representing nearly 21% of these costs.
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