Illinois Attorney General Sends Cease and Desist Letters to 5 Med Spas

 Posted on December 30, 2024 in Professional License Defense

In December, Illinois media reported that Kwame Raoul, Illinois’ Attorney General, sent cease and desist letters to five medical spas (med spas) in the state for prescribing compounded prescriptions of popular weight loss drugs. Additionally, Attorney General Raoul warned patients that the drugs are being marketed as well-known name-brand medications but, in fact, are unapproved versions of the weight loss products that could be dangerous.

Although med spa practices are increasingly popular in Illinois and offer many beneficial services to consumers, the rules about what med spas can and cannot do are rigid and practitioners may be unsure whether they are in compliance. Investigations and audits of med spas are likely to increase. If you are a medical spa owner, provider, or onsite supervising physician in Illinois and you need to protect your license and good name, call the Illinois professional license attorney with The Law Offices of Joseph J. Bogdan, Inc. now.

What Happens When the IDFPR Investigates a Med Spa? 

When the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) investigates a med spa, it typically begins with a complaint, audit, or report. The investigation process includes reviewing documents, verifying licenses, and possibly conducting an on-site inspection to determine the truth of the allegations. Investigators assess compliance with state laws, safety standards, and ethical practices. If violations are found, the med spa may face penalties, including fines, license suspension, or legal action.

It is important to note that, while serious, an investigation or audit does not mean a med spa or its practitioners are going to lose their licenses or freedom to operate. With the help of an experienced med spa license defense attorney, you can make sure you cooperate with the IDFPR investigation while demonstrating your compliance. If any changes need to be made to your practice, our attorney can help bring you into compliance.

How Should Med Spas Respond to Cease and Desist Letters? 

Med spas should take cease and desist letters seriously and respond promptly. Review the letter thoroughly, stop any alleged unlawful activity immediately, and consult an attorney to evaluate the claims and the appropriate response. The response may involve providing evidence of compliance, negotiating disciplinary measures, or correcting practices to avoid further legal action or penalties.

Contact an Illinois Med Spa and Med Spa Practitioner Defense Lawyer

If you own or operate a medical spa in Illinois and you are being investigated, warned, sent a cease and desist letter, or otherwise contacted by the Illinois Attorney General or the IDFPR, you need the Illinois IDFPR investigation defense attorney with The Law Offices of Joseph J. Bogdan, Inc..

The rules and regulations that apply to med spas in Illinois can be confusing, and the consequences of failing to follow the letter of the law can have serious implications for your business. Call 630-310-1267 to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help.