Originally Posted by
azstar
TSA security regulations do not permit bags to be "short checked". If you are ticketed to IND, your checked bags must be tagged to IND. Airlines are subject to huge fines for violating TSA regulations. Unless you happen to find an employee who is not aware of this rule you will not be able to check your item only as far as MDW.
Anything designated a medical device you should retrieve at the MDW jetway.