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In-Person

2023 ICS Chicagoland Fall Convention (In-Person)


Total CME Credit Hours: 17 Category I (Formal), 2 Category II (Informal)

Education Types:
Category I (Formal) |  Clinical |  Risk Management
Topics:
Clinical |  Documentation |  General Documentation |  Insurance |  Orthopedic |  Radiology
Speakers:
Dr. Morgan Mullican, DC, DACBN, CCN |  Kathy Mills Chang, MCS-P, CCPC, CCA |  Dr. Tim Bertelsman, DC DACO |  Dr. Mike Powell, DC, DACNB |  Dr. Jennifer Pedley, MS, DC, DACBR |  Marc Abla, CAE |  Ben Schwarm
Duration:
17 CME Hours
Location:
NIU Naperville Conference Center - Naperville, Illinois

Dates


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Description

The 2023 ICS Chicagoland Fall Convention brings doctors from around Illinois together for an incredible weekend of networking, learning, and interaction. Our high-class event offers attendees unparalleled opportunities to build relationships with other doctors, exhibitors, and chiropractic profession leaders. 

Do not miss this opportunity to help your practice, your business, and your patients.

Handouts

Speaker

Dr. Morgan Mullican, DC, DACBN, CCN's Profile

Dr. Morgan Mullican, DC, DACBN, CCN Related Seminars and Products

Breakthrough Coaching, LLC


Dr. Mullican graduated with research honors in 1988 from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. While waiting for his Texas license, he was on staff at Palmer College where he taught in the radiology department. In 1989 he began his practice in Dallas and within a few years, started two multiple clinics. In 1993, he earned his diplomate in clinical nutrition from the American Chiropractic Board of Nutrition and his certified clinical nutrition degree from the University of New York in 1996. After joining Breakthrough Coaching in 2000, he converted both highly successful multiple clinics to DC/MD practices as well as his own chiropractic practice of 11 years. All have become very successful multidisciplinary clinics.


Kathy Mills Chang, MCS-P, CCPC, CCA's Profile

Kathy Mills Chang, MCS-P, CCPC, CCA Related Seminars and Products

KMC University


Kathy is known as one of our profession’s premiere Medicare, compliance, billing, and documentation experts. She knows her stuff, and consistently rates as one of the most informative, and entertaining speakers we have. Now a Certified Medical Compliance Specialist (MCS-P), a Certified Professional Chiropractic Coder (CCPC) and a Certified Clinical Chiropractic Assistant (CCCA), Kathy’s super-power is that she makes these difficult subjects simple, easy to understand, and, most importantly, easy to implement. In 2007, Kathy founded KMC University, the profession’s go-to for practice analysis and training on these subjects. Her team is the largest team of certified specialists under one roof in the profession, and has over 250 years’ experience in chiropractic, including Kathy’s 37 years of service to the profession. You can find out more about KMC University at www.kmcuniversity.com.


Dr. Tim Bertelsman, DC DACO's Profile

Dr. Tim Bertelsman, DC DACO Related Seminars and Products

Chiro Up


Dr. Tim Bertelsman, DC, CCSP, FACO, graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic with honors and has been practicing in Belleville, Illinois, since 1992. He is a board-certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and a Diplomate of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. He has lectured nationally on various clinical and business topics and has been published extensively. He is a post-graduate instructor for the University of Bridgeport Orthopedic Diplomate program and is a member of the NCMIC Speakers’ Bureau. Dr. Bertelsman was selected as the Illinois Chiropractic Society Chiropractor of the Year in 2019. He has served in various leadership positions within the Illinois Chiropractic Society, including president of the executive board.

Dr. Bertelsman is a co-founder of ChiroUp


Dr. Mike Powell, DC, DACNB's Profile

Dr. Mike Powell, DC, DACNB Related Seminars and Products

NCMIC Insurance Co.


Dr. Mike Powell has been teaching other doctors for over 20 how to have a greater impact on their patients by applying functional neurology.  He is on the faculty of the Carrick Institute, past president of the Iowa Board of Chiropractic, and current district director for the Iowa Chiropractic Society. Dr. Powell lectures to chiropractic physicians, educators, brain injury specialists, rehab providers and support groups.


Dr. Jennifer Pedley, MS, DC, DACBR's Profile

Dr. Jennifer Pedley, MS, DC, DACBR Related Seminars and Products

Foot Levelers, Inc.


After several years of running a successful practice in Rochester, NY, Dr. Pedley moved on to a radiology residency at National University of Health Sciences and then to a visiting radiology fellowship at Duke University. She currently runs a radiology consulting practice for MR imaging centers in Redlands, CA. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University and is the past President of the American Chiropractic College of Radiology.


Marc Abla, CAE's Profile

Marc Abla, CAE Related Seminars and Products

Executive Director

Illinois Chiropractic Society


Marc Abla, CAE has been with the Illinois Chiropractic Society for 20 years and has extensive knowledge surrounding many compliance and legal-related issues surrounding the chiropractic profession. He is a Certified Association Executive and a graduate of the Certified Leadership Series through the Illinois Society of Association Executives. Additionally, he is a member of the Illinois Society of Association Executives, the American Society of Association Executives, serves on the Board of Directors for the Congress of Chiropractic State Associations, and is currently the Chairman of the Leadership Committee for the Chiropractic Future Strategic Plan.


Ben Schwarm's Profile

Ben Schwarm Related Seminars and Products

Illinois Chiropractic Society


Ben Schwarm brings a wealth of experience in government relations, advocacy and member service from a successful career at previous member-driven organizations. He has worked with state legislators, members of Congress and governors to bring positive results and find common sense solutions to legislative problems. Ben is a graduate of Illinois State University where he concentrated on Mass Communications and Public Relations.


Sponsors

Networking

The ICS Chicagoland Fall Convention & Expo offers attendees many chances to network with other chiropractic physicians. Here are a few of those opportunities:

  • Exhibitor Reception Friday Night Hors d’Oeuvres and Happy Hour
  • Continental Breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday
  • Saturday Lunch
  • Refreshment Breaks Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Trade Show Information

The Expo - All the Latest and Greatest Vendors:

The Expo will feature a broad base of chiropractic services and suppliers. This is a chance for you to meet face-to-face with those who can assist you in your practice, supply your office with the necessary equipment and provide you with elements to assist your patients. This expo is an Investment in and of itself. 


Reviews

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Overall:      4.7

Total Reviews: 58

Comments

Stuart H - Elgin, Illinois

"none"

Mark B - Carol Stream, Illinois

"5"

Janet H - Des Plaines, Illinois

"My favorite was Dr. Tim Bertlesman. "

Charles C - Roselle, Illinois

"Many Thanks. Hopefully beginning of more on person CMEs"

Gary S - Macomb, Illinois

"no"

Location

NIU Naperville Conference Center

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1120 E. Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563, United States
(630) 577-9101
www.niu.edu

Agenda

Friday, October 13, 2023
Getting it Right from Day One Right Up to the First Re-Exam
Date/Time: Fri, Oct 13, 2023 - 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Morgan Mullican DC, DACBN, CCN
Total CME Credit Hours: 4 including 4 Category I (Formal)
Documentation and Risk Management - From Medical Necessity to Clinical Appropriateness
Date/Time: Fri, Oct 13, 2023 - 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Kathy Mills Chang MCS-P, CCPC, CCA
Total CME Credit Hours: 4 including 4 Category I (Formal)
Exhibitor Reception with Hors d'oeuvres and Drinks
Date/Time: Fri, Oct 13, 2023 - 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM (CDT)
Coding, Billing and Compliance for Chiropractic--Made Easy
Date/Time: Fri, Oct 13, 2023 - 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Kathy Mills Chang MCS-P, CCPC, CCA
Total CME Credit Hours: 3 including 3 Category I (Formal)
Best Practice Management for Resolving Neck Pain & Headaches
Date/Time: Fri, Oct 13, 2023 - 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Tim Bertelsman DC DACO
Total CME Credit Hours: 3 including 3 Category I (Formal)

Saturday, October 14, 2023
Welcome Coffee with Exhibitors
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 07:30 AM to 08:00 AM (CDT)
Brain-Based Chiropractic Care
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Mike Powell DC, DACNB
Total CME Credit Hours: 3.5 including 3.5 Category I (Formal)
Resolving Peripheral Nerve Entrapments- Upper Extremity
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Tim Bertelsman DC DACO
Total CME Credit Hours: 3.5 including 3.5 Category I (Formal)
Lunch with Colleagues and Exhibitors
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM (CDT)
Brain-based Chiropractic Care Cont...
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Mike Powell DC, DACNB
Total CME Credit Hours: 2.5 including 2.5 Category I (Formal)
Review of Spinal Imaging for the Chiropractic Clinician
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Jennifer Pedley MS, DC, DACBR
Total CME Credit Hours: 2.5 including 2.5 Category I (Formal)
Annual General Membership Meeting
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 04:30 PM to 05:00 PM (CDT)
NUHS Alumni Reception
Date/Time: Sat, Oct 14, 2023 - 05:00 PM to 06:00 PM (CDT)

Sunday, October 15, 2023
Sunday Morning Continental Breakfast
Date/Time: Sun, Oct 15, 2023 - 07:30 AM to 08:30 AM (CDT)
Successful Concussion Care
Date/Time: Sun, Oct 15, 2023 - 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Mike Powell DC, DACNB
Total CME Credit Hours: 2 including 2 Category I (Formal)
Trauma and MRI imaging for the Chiropractic Clinician
Date/Time: Sun, Oct 15, 2023 - 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Dr. Jennifer Pedley MS, DC, DACBR
Total CME Credit Hours: 4 including 4 Category I (Formal)
Ask the Experts: Ask the Experts: Addressing your Questions and Challenges
Date/Time: Sun, Oct 15, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CDT)
Speaker(s): Marc Abla CAE, Ben Schwarm
Total CME Credit Hours: 2 including 2 Category II (Informal)