Malpractice to Fetus
Be aware that it is possible for claims to be made for malpractice to a fetus for 8 years from the baby’s birth, and retain your records accordingly.
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Strategies to Improve Recordkeeping, Coding, and Compliance
Question: Dr. Kotlar, “My recordkeeping, coding, and collection systems are outdated. I’ve been documenting the same way for the last eight years even though I’ve added more services and products. I am seeing more patients but not collecting more money. Can you share some tips to help me improve?”
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Associate Physician Departing from Practice – Legal Considerations
The departure of an associate physician from a practice sometimes causes operational disruption and always requires the practice and the departing associate to take steps to ensure a smooth transition. Both the associate and practice need to address the ethical, regulatory, contractual, managed care, and liability impact of the exit.
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Staff Online Training Available
Time and time again, chiropractic physicians in Illinois indicate in our surveys that managing human resources is one of the most significant challenges for practices. Hiring, training, managing, buy-in, and longevity are the ongoing needs of our employer members.
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Don’t Let High Deductibles and Co-Pays Create Chaos in Your Practice
More and more providers are feeling the effects of high deductible health plans when it comes to reimbursement and patient collections. Although the Affordable Care Act has lowered uninsured rates in the U.S. from 15.7% in 2009 to 9.1% in 2015[1], the number of patients delaying needed healthcare continues to rise as more of the cost-sharing has shifted from government and third-party payers back to the patient.
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Hottest Issues in 2017
The Illinois Chiropractic Society has provided doctors across Illinois with critical information related to practice, treatments, examination, marketing, billing, coding, compliance, and more. Here are the top ten issues that you, our readers, found the most important in 2017:
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Managing Your Online Reputation
Doctors! I’m going to be bringing you some hints and tips for how to improve your professional presence and manage your online reputation. I think as individuals in such a tactile profession, we forget that U.S. consumers are currently spending approximately 5 hours per day on mobile devices![1]
Read MoreLearn From Dr. Mario At the 2022 Fall Convention
Dr. Mario Fucinari discusses the four courses that he will be presenting at the 2022 Chicagoland Fall Convention. Watch the video to learn more!
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