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Medicaid Revalidation: Act Now Before Your "Due Date"

Completing revalidation in a timely manner is crucial because federal regulations do not allow for retroactive reinstatements.

Avoid Liability When Parting Ways with a Patient

In general, a physician may withdraw from a physician-patient relationship as long as the relationship is terminated in the appropriate way

Illinois Senate Clears ISMS-Backed Bill to Support Patients Suffering from Chronic Pain

Earlier this week, the Illinois Senate passed ISMS-backed House Bill 5373 to help patients suffering from chronic pain to secure treatment as prescribed by their physician.

Doctors Must Provide Translation Services if Needed by Patients

If you receive federal payments for clinical services, you are obligated to ensure effective communication for patients with Limited English Proficiency

Holidays Are a Good Time to Talk About Final Wishes?

As you gather together with family and close friends this holiday season, you might want to introduce an unusual topic – advance directives.

Congress Must Pass Bill to Stop Medicare Cuts, Increase Payments for 2025!

ISMS is strongly urging Congress to support H.R. 10073, The Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2024, introduced on October 29.

Patients Must Be Notified When Mammogram Indicates Dense Breast Tissue

The law requires notification only and does not require any other obligations for providers of mammography services, a result of ISMS advocacy.

Illinois Law to Protect Physicians from Hidden Processing Fees Takes Effect January 1

The intent of the law is to protect healthcare professionals from hidden and unfair fees that benefit insurers and effectively further erode reimbursement rates.

Illinois Supreme Court’s Ruling May Set the Stage for Doctors’ Immunity Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

The case centers on the immunity provision of Governor Pritzker’s April 2020 Executive Order issued during the COVID-19 pandemic.

AMA and ISMS File Lawsuit Against Multiplan’s Price Fixing Scheme

Multiplan increased its profit levels about 30 times in under a decade – on the backs of doctors!

Know an Outstanding Physician Who Deserves to be Recognized?

Nominations for the 2025 ISMS Physician Recognition awards are open! 

Governor Signs More ISMS-Backed Bills!

ISMS’ work to effect positive changes for Illinois physicians and their patients continues.

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