Blog Category: Medical License Defense

• Defending Against TCPA Class Action Lawsuits in Healthcare Settings

   Posted on March 27, 2025

• Opening a Medspa? Get Help With Compliance From a Lawyer

   Posted on March 18, 2025

• Do I Have a Chance of a Successful License Disciplinary Hearing?

   Posted on December 05, 2024

• What Are My Rights if a Hospital Wants to Suspend My Privileges?

   Posted on October 30, 2024

• How Can Malpractice Claims Affect an Illinois Medical License?

   Posted on April 30, 2024

• Can the DEA Investigate Medical Professionals for Drug Conspiracy?

   Posted on April 16, 2024

• Preparing for a Peer Review Hearing in a Loss of Hospital Privilege Case 

   Posted on March 28, 2024

• When Can Ethical Violations Affect a Provider’s Medical License in Illinois?

   Posted on February 28, 2024

• How Medical Technology May Affect Professional Ethics and Licenses

   Posted on December 20, 2023

• How Licensed Professionals Can Maintain Ethics and Avoid Discipline

   Posted on November 16, 2023

• How Can Doctors Defend Against the Loss of Hospital Privileges?

   Posted on November 07, 2023

• The Importance of Continuing Education for Licensed Professionals

   Posted on September 14, 2023

• Can Substance Abuse Lead to Professional License Discipline?

   Posted on August 23, 2023

• Potential Disciplinary Actions Against Professional Licenses in Illinois

   Posted on July 26, 2023

• How Can Psychologists Defend Against Disciplinary Action in Illinois?

   Posted on July 12, 2023

• Training Requirements for a Medical Marijuana Dispensary License

   Posted on June 09, 2023

• Can Allegations of Insurance Fraud Lead to Medical License Discipline?

   Posted on May 24, 2023

• UPDATE: Requirements of a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois

   Posted on May 17, 2023

• 3 Examples of Sexual Misconduct That Can Affect a Medical License

   Posted on May 10, 2023

• When Can a Medical Provider Be Accused of Drug Diversion?

   Posted on April 26, 2023

• Can a Chiropractor’s License Be Suspended for Unprofessional Conduct?

   Posted on April 18, 2023

• When Can a Medical Provider Be Excluded by the State or Federal OIG?

   Posted on April 11, 2023

• What Are the Most Common Reasons for the Loss of Hospital Privileges?

   Posted on March 16, 2023

• Addressing Licensing Issues Related to Medical Marijuana in Illinois

   Posted on March 09, 2023

• Can an Expert Witness Help Me in My Disciplinary Hearing?

   Posted on February 22, 2023

• Medical Providers Can Face License Sanctions From Insurance Audits

   Posted on February 16, 2023

• Do I Need a Lawyer During a Medical Student Remediation Hearing?

   Posted on February 08, 2023

• Will My Real Estate License Be Revoked for a Criminal Conviction?

   Posted on January 05, 2023

• How Can Healthcare Professionals Use Social Media Safely?

   Posted on December 16, 2022

• How Can A Professional Practitioner Defend Against False Allegations?

   Posted on December 02, 2022

• Unethical Behaviors Can Lead to License Suspension for Social Workers

   Posted on November 23, 2022

• What Should I Do if I Have Been Excluded as a Medicare Provider?

   Posted on November 16, 2022

• Can a Healthcare Professional Get Hospital Admitting Privileges Back?

   Posted on October 21, 2022

• DEA Investigations Can Mean Trouble for Your Healthcare License

   Posted on October 14, 2022

• Inappropriate Doctor-Patient Relationships Can Trigger Medical License Revocation

   Posted on October 07, 2022

• Can I Apply for an Illinois Professional License If I Have a Criminal Record?

   Posted on September 26, 2022

• Violations of a Professional License Settlement Agreement in Illinois

   Posted on September 17, 2022

• Is Your Medical Practice Adhering to the No Surprises Act?

   Posted on August 26, 2022

• Can I Lose My Professional License Because of Unpaid Taxes in Illinois?

   Posted on August 18, 2022

• Is Marijuana Use Legal for Illinois Medical Professionals?

   Posted on August 11, 2022

• Have You Been Accused of Dental Insurance Fraud?

   Posted on July 22, 2022

• HHS OIG Announces Collection of Almost $2 Billion in Healthcare Fraud in 2021

   Posted on July 14, 2022

• U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Doctors’ Convictions on Controlled Substance Act Violations

   Posted on July 07, 2022

• Crimes of Moral Turpitude and Your Illinois Medical License

   Posted on June 20, 2022

• Preparing for a DEA Pharmacy Audit

   Posted on June 14, 2022

• What Every Medical Professional Should Know About the NPDB

   Posted on June 06, 2022

• Defending Your Illinois Medical License Against Allegations of Drug Addiction

   Posted on May 23, 2022

• Do Hospital Work Environments Create a High Risk for Nursing Errors?

   Posted on May 16, 2022

• How a Plea Bargain Can Affect Your Illinois Professional License

   Posted on May 09, 2022

• Allegations That Can Place Your Psychology License at Risk

   Posted on April 19, 2022

• Issues That Can Result in Suspension of Your Illinois Professional License

   Posted on April 12, 2022

• New Federal Rules for Hospice Providers

   Posted on April 05, 2022

• Defending Against HIPAA Violations in Illinois

   Posted on March 25, 2022

• Are You an Illinois Nurse Accused of Committing a Medical Error?

   Posted on March 18, 2022

• Violations of the False Claims Act

   Posted on March 11, 2022

• Violations of the Federal Anti-kickback Statute

   Posted on February 28, 2022

•  Violations of the Stark Law

   Posted on February 22, 2022

• PBM Audits for Black-Market Diabetic Test Strips

   Posted on February 11, 2022

• Illinois Creates New License Process for Midwives

   Posted on February 04, 2022

• Can My Social Media Posts Put My Illinois Nursing License in Jeopardy?

   Posted on January 25, 2022

• What Happens When an Employer Files a Complaint with the Illinois Medical Board?

   Posted on January 04, 2022

• Steps to Take to Protect Your Illinois Nursing License

   Posted on December 27, 2021

• Are You Facing Allegations of Telehealth Fraud in Illinois?

   Posted on December 17, 2021

• Defending Against Accusations of Patient Abandonment in Illinois

   Posted on December 10, 2021

• Defending Your Illinois Medical License Against Charges of Sexual Harassment

   Posted on December 03, 2021

• Should Licensed Professionals in Illinois Purchase Professional Liability Insurance?

   Posted on November 23, 2021

• Illinois Doctors Arrested for DUI Must Also Defend Their Medical Licenses

   Posted on November 15, 2021

• Illinois Can Suspend Your Medical License for Failing to Pay Child Support

   Posted on October 29, 2021

• Healthcare Audits and Investigations in Illinois

   Posted on October 11, 2021

• Two Illinois Doctors Indicted by DEA for Operating Pill Mill

   Posted on September 14, 2021

• Fraud Alert: Scammers Targeting Medical License Holders 

   Posted on September 07, 2021

• FSMB: Medical Professionals Risk Losing License for Spreading False COVID-19 Vaccine Info

   Posted on August 30, 2021

• Defending Against Accusations of Healthcare Fraud

   Posted on August 18, 2021

• Potential Legal Issues Healthcare Professionals May Face When Certifying Patients for Medical Marijuana

   Posted on August 10, 2021

• How Can Unethical Conduct Affect a Psychologist’s Professional License?

   Posted on July 22, 2021

• How Can I Restore My Medical License After IDFPR Disciplinary Action?

   Posted on July 08, 2021

• What Happens During an IDFPR Investigation of a Doctor?

   Posted on June 30, 2021

• Potential Changes to the Rules for DEA Administrative Hearings

   Posted on June 22, 2021

• What Happens During a Medicare/Medicaid Audit of a Medical Provider?

   Posted on June 15, 2021

• When Can Disciplinary Issues Lead to a Loss of Hospital Privileges?

   Posted on June 04, 2021

• Illinois Medical Licensing and Authorization to Administer COVID-19 Vaccines

   Posted on May 13, 2021

• Requirements for Doctors and Nurses in Medical Marijuana Certifications

   Posted on May 06, 2021

• How Can a Medical Provider Avoid Being on the OIG Exclusion List?

   Posted on April 28, 2021

• Steps You Can Take to Avoid Losing Your Medical License

   Posted on April 16, 2021

• How Should Healthcare Providers Respond to OIG Investigations?

   Posted on March 31, 2021

• Should I Voluntarily Surrender My DEA Registration?

   Posted on March 19, 2021

• How Can I Defend Against the Loss of Medical Board Certification?

   Posted on January 28, 2021

• The Federation of State Medical Boards: What It Is and Why Physicians Should Care

   Posted on December 16, 2020

• Three Tips Regarding Social Media Use for Medical Professionals

   Posted on November 30, 2020

• Reasons You Could Lose Your Hospital Privileges That Have Nothing to Do With Patient Care

   Posted on November 17, 2020

• Billing Practices That Could Lead to Losing Your Medicare Enrollment

   Posted on October 29, 2020

• What to Do If Your Practice Is Under Investigation by the DEA

   Posted on October 14, 2020

• How Has COVID-19 Affected Medical Licenses in Illinois?

   Posted on August 27, 2020

• How Can Physician Burnout Effect Professional Licensure in Illinois?

   Posted on July 17, 2020

• Medical Licenses and Medical Malpractice Lawsuits

   Posted on May 31, 2020

• Protecting Your Medical License When You Prescribe Controlled Pain Medications

   Posted on April 09, 2020

• Understanding the Most Common Forms of Disciplinary Action Taken Against Physicians

   Posted on March 26, 2020

• How Substance Abuse Can Affect Your Professional License

   Posted on March 11, 2020

• Protecting Yourself When You Are Under Investigation by the DEA

   Posted on January 26, 2020

• Tips to Help Health Care Professionals Avoid Inappropriate Social Media Use

   Posted on December 30, 2019

• Ways You Can Prepare for Your Medical Board Investigation

   Posted on December 13, 2019

• Understanding Continuing Education Requirements for Illinois Physicians

   Posted on November 29, 2019

• Common HIPAA Violations and How to Prevent Them

   Posted on November 15, 2019

• Reinstating Your Medical License After a Criminal Conviction

   Posted on July 12, 2019

• Understanding Disciplinary Actions a Licensed Professional Could Face

   Posted on May 31, 2019

• Understanding the Complaint Process Against Illinois Physicians

   Posted on May 24, 2019

• Avoiding a Sexual Misconduct Claim

   Posted on April 26, 2019

• When a Medical Professional Needs Legal Help

   Posted on March 29, 2019

• Mistakes that Could Cost You Your Hospital Privileges

   Posted on March 18, 2019

• The Importance of the Hiring Process for a Physical Therapy Practice

   Posted on January 31, 2019

• What Does a Healthcare Professional Do When They Are Notified By the OIG That They May Be Excluded From Medicare or Medicaid?

   Posted on January 28, 2019

• Are Medical Licenses in Jeopardy after a Malpractice Lawsuit?

   Posted on November 30, 2018

• Addiction Among Medical Professionals Is Common and Dangerous

   Posted on October 12, 2018

• Steps to Take When Purchasing a Pharmacy

   Posted on September 25, 2018

• What Does a License Revocation Hearing for a Professional Counselor Look Like?

   Posted on July 31, 2018

• Tips for Defending Your Medical License

   Posted on July 14, 2018

• Avoiding Burnout Is Key to Retaining Your Professional License

   Posted on June 29, 2018

• How Failing to Pay Child Support Can Threaten Your Professional License

   Posted on June 15, 2018

• Visiting Physician Permits in the State of Illinois

   Posted on April 27, 2018

• How to Apply for Illinois Physician Assistant Licensure

   Posted on March 12, 2018

• How to Verify Your Qualifications for Medical Licensure in Illinois

   Posted on January 26, 2018

• Illinois Continuing Education Requirements for Nursing Licenses

   Posted on November 29, 2017

• Chiropractic Licensing, Application Requirements, and Unlicensed Practice Outcomes

   Posted on September 20, 2017

• How to Maintain an Illinois Medical License

   Posted on September 06, 2017

• Requirements for the Illinois Physical Therapy License

   Posted on August 23, 2017

• Defending Your Social Work License

   Posted on July 27, 2017

• Understanding the Legal Risks of Volunteering for Physicians

   Posted on June 21, 2017

• DEA Investigations and the Unlawful Prescribing, Diversion, or Distribution of Controlled Substances

   Posted on May 31, 2017

• Criminal Charges Can Place Your Medical License at Risk

   Posted on May 17, 2017