Financial Hardship Waivers
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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MAY I GIVE GIFTS TO PATIENTS TO THANK THEM FOR REFERRING NEW PATIENTS TO MY OFFICE?
Gifts for patient referrals violate state and federal laws. Express gratitude with thank-you notes without mentioning patient details to comply with privacy laws. Read the article for more!
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Chiropractic Physician Office Space Rentals: Unpacking the OIG’s Special Fraud Alert
The OIG’s mission is to prevent fraud and waste in healthcare programs like Medicare. Chiropractors in Illinois must understand OIG guidelines on rental agreements, especially with recent CMS rules, to ensure compliance and protect both patients and practitioners.
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Credit Card Surcharges and Chiropractic Physicians in Illinois
Discover the pitfalls of credit card surcharges in the physician office. While the state doesn’t specifically address surcharges, caution is advised.
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Prior Authorization Reform Act Protects Providers and Patients Under Commercial Health Plans and Medicaid MCOs
The Illinois General Assembly passed the Prior Authorization Reform Act in January 2022. The Act is intended to ensure that these public policies take priority in Illinois for patients who are covered under affected health plans. Read the article for more!
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