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“BIPA” – The Illinois Biometric Privacy Act in the Physician Office

by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Mar 18, 2026 | Business Forms and Templates, Compliance, Documentation, HIPAA, ICS Message, Legal, Members Only, Patient Communication, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

Biometric tech is rising in healthcare, but Illinois’ BIPA and HIPAA set strict rules. Clinics must understand consent, data use, and legal limits, especially for employee data, to avoid risk and stay compliant.

Medical Records Access and Copy Fees – Patients and Third Parties

by Adrienne Hersh, JD, ICS Legal Counsel | Oct 28, 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.

Expanded HHS Guidance Clarifies Patient Right of Access Under HIPAA

by ICS Staff | Aug 13, 2025 | Compliance, Electronic Health Records, HIPAA, Legal | 0 |

HHS has issued new guidance clarifying that patients have the right to access an exhaustive list of PHI categories, underscoring that chiropractic physicians must provide broad, prompt access without barriers.

Don’t Be Afraid of AI in Your Practice

by Marc Abla, CAE | Feb 26, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, Electronic Health Records, HIPAA, ICS Message, Marketing and Advertising, Personal Development, Practice Management, Social Media, Videos, zall | 0 |

AI is transforming health IT, but chiropractic adoption remains low. This discussion covers its benefits, risks, and key safeguards like HIPAA compliance and content verification. Watch the video to learn more!