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CMS Announces New Measures to Strengthen Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Prevention
Nationwide Moratorium on Certain Medical Supply Company Enrollments One of the key measures is a nationwide six-month moratorium on new Medicare
Phishing Cyberattacks on the Rise in Health Care
Cyberattacks targeting health care organizations are on the rise. According to OCR Director Melanie Fontes Rainer, securing electronic protected health
IPDH to Host Vaccine Education Webinar
Greetings, IDPH is hosting a special session for clinicians to better understand the practice implications changing vaccine guidance landscape on
In Memoriam: Thomas V. Tsoutsouris, DPM
Thomas V. Tsoutsouris, age 87, of Western Springs, passed away on February 10, 2026. Dearly beloved husband of the late
APMA Leadership Town Hall – Illinois Member Recap
On Wednesday February 12, 2026, Illinois members participated in a virtual Town Hall with APMA Executive Leadership, including Dr. Brooke
IL Member Town Hall with APMA Executive Leadership
February 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm We invite all IL members to a town hall with the Executive Leadership of
FootNotes: The ILAPPS Blog
Winter Sports Injuries: The Most Common Foot and Ankle Issues and How to Prevent Them
February in Illinois is peak winter activity season, from skating and skiing to indoor courts and weekend walks on snowy
Resolution Rush: Turning “I’m Walking More” Into Safer Foot Health
As the new year begins, many patients commit to moving more, with walking often the first and most common choice.
Why Now Is the Time for a Year-End Foot Check
As the year winds down, many people are busy preparing for the holidays and planning trips.