ILLINOIS CHIROPRACTIC SOCIETY MEMBER BENEFITS The ICS provides information to our members on a regular basis. Beyond the extensive online information available through ilchiro.org/, the ICS fields hundreds of questions a week...
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The term “spondylolisthesis” is derived from the Greek roots, “spondylo-,” meaning spine, and “listhesis,” meaning to slide. Spondylolisthesis describes a forward slip of a vertebral body with respect to the vertebra below, and is classified by distinct origin
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Illinois’ Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC), National Government Services (NGS), modified its Local Carrier Determination (LCD) for chiropractic services in 2015. This change was significant because it gave chiropractic physicians the ability to appropriately list secondary diagnoses (secondary only to the Medicare required subluxation diagnosis) on the claim forms. This was a significant step towards Medicare provider equality; however, we continue to be reimbursed only for spinal adjustments. Full scope inclusion in Medicare is critical for the chiropractic profession.
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In drafting the Medical Practice Act, the legislature wanted to ensure that applicants possess current knowledge and ability to practice.
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May a D.C. certify that an applicant for a non-commercial pilot’s license is medically able to safely operate an airplane? Does the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) accept physical examination forms for non-commercial (recreational) pilots when the exams are performed by Illinois licensed chiropractic physicians?
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The ICS has revised its initial interpretation of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new rule – the “BasicMed” rule — that allows non-commercial or “recreational” pilots to obtain a different type of medical certification than commercial pilots.
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Recently, I was asked to do a webinar for the ACA (American Chiropractic Association) on the UE (upper extremity). Upper extremity injuries and the throwing athlete are topics about which I’m well versed and passionate. It’s an area that I’m happy to humbly share what I know and admit what I don’t know. The model I used was taking the patient from pain and transitioning him or her into the realm of performance. I’d like to share some of what was discussed in the 2-part webinar, “The Overhead Athlete from Pain to Performance.”
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Online Reviews; FAA Exams; Service Animals in the Office Recently I was privileged to...
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