On July 27, 2023, Cecilia Abundis, Director of the IDFPR Division of Professional Regulation, announced a Variance on behalf of Illinois-licensed physicians, extending the deadline of license renewals from July 31, 2023 to August 31, 2023. This Variance was granted due to “technological system challenges” that have caused issues for some licensed professionals when attempting Read More
Resources & Publications
Legal News, Articles, Actions, Decisions
Beware of Administrative Delegation
All licensed professionals should think twice when delegating the completion of various forms and applications to administrative personnel. As a licensed professional, administrative tasks such as completing and submitting applications for license renewals, credentialing, employment, etc. may seem like routine, mundane aspects of one’s career. However, these forms and applications, if not completed and submitted Read More
Important Laws to Pay Attention to in 2023
As the new year begins, there are a number of new and amended laws going into effect in Illinois starting on January 1, 2023. A good portion of these laws impact and influence the practice of licensed professionals. It is necessary to review these laws and regulations in order to properly abide and comply with Read More
Illinois Prescription Monitoring Program’s New Efforts Against Overprescribing
The Illinois Prescription Monitoring Program (ILPMP) is an electronic database that tracks controlled substances prescriptions that are dispensed within Illinois. All licensed prescribers in Illinois should be familiar with this system as they are required by statute to not only register with the ILPMP but also check it regularly when prescribing controlled substances to patients. Read More
How to Properly Prepare for your 2023 Medical License Renewal
On July 31, 2023, Illinois Chiropractic Physician (DC), Physician and Surgeon (MD and DO) and Physician and Surgeon Controlled Substance licenses will expire. It’s important to be prepared so you don’t miss the renewal notification and so you will have met all the CME requirements prior to renewal. Failure to renew on time can result Read More
Should I Self-Report a DUI to the Licensing Board?
A DUI arrest is a serious matter for anyone. You have court dates piling up and might be working with an attorney who specializes in DUI cases. The first thing that might come to mind is to keep your arrest quiet, but in Illinois, if you are a licensed health care professional, the Illinois Department Read More
The National Practitioner Data Bank and its Effects on Practitioners
The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is a database operated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that contains medical malpractice payment and adverse action reports on health care professionals. A negative NPDB report can have serious consequences for a physician. As a result of information contained in the NPDB, a healthcare practitioner Read More
Midwifery: The Newest Licensed Profession in Illinois
On December 14, 2021, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill that allows for the licensure of midwives in Illinois, expanding their role during the pregnancy and child-birth process. Illinois will soon join over 35 other states by allowing midwives to become a licensed profession. Regarding the new legislation, Governor Pritzker says that it will ensure Read More
Failing to File Taxes May Impact your Ability to Practice
Not paying or filing your Illinois state taxes can cause consequences related to your Illinois professional license. This means that your license can be suspended, revoked, or not renewed related to allegations of unpaid Illinois income tax or unfiled Illinois income tax returns. The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will first try and resolve the Read More
Extended Deadline to Renew Nursing License
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (“IDFPR“) has recently announced that the deadline to renew Illinois Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse licenses have been extended from May 31, 2022 to August 31, 2022. Usually during renewal periods, nurses would expect to receive renewal information from the IDFPR via email in the beginning Read More
Disclaimer: This web site is addressed to those who hold professional licenses issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and by similar licensing agencies in other states. Suggestions herein are, in most circumstances, valid for any type investigation, whether administrative, criminal, or civil. However, it should be noted that in some other states, one who holds a professional license may be required to submit to an investigative interview as a condition of being licensed. Whatever the circumstances, a licensed professional who becomes the subject of an investigation would be wise to immediately retain legal counsel. No content, whole or in part, is to be considered as “legal advice,” and by reading this document, no attorney-client relationship is formed with the Crick Walanka Law Group, Ltd.