FTC Proposes Amendments to its Health Breach Notification Rule

The Federal Trade Commission announced that the agency will be updating its Health Breach Notification Rule to include new apps and technologies

5 Exciting Benefits of Merging with a Healthcare Network for Small Clinics

This article delves into the myriad advantages of mergers, emphasizing how they not only enhance patient care but also contribute to the long-term sustainability of small clinics.

How Small Clinics Navigate Healthcare & Wellness Legal Services During M&A

Unlock growth in healthcare with our 5-step guide: Assess readiness, find partners, conduct due diligence, negotiate terms, and ensure post-merger success.

How MSOs Can Help Medical Practices After a Merger or an Acquisition – Part One

The advantages and risks of using an MSO after your medical practice buys another medical practice or merges with another medical practice.

HIPAA Notification of Enforcement Discretion During COVID-19 Emergency Ends

The HHS Office for Civil Rights has ended the “discretionary” enforcement of HIPPA Rules violations of telehealth services during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Compliance is now required.

HIPAA Compliance for Pharmacies Part One: HIPAA Rules and Best Practices

Pharmacies need to ensure their staff complies with HIPAA’s Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach Notification Rule – and implement “best practices” to help ensure compliance.

New FTC Healthcare Product Compliance Guidance Aims to Correct “Urban Myths” That Have Circulated about FTC Substantiation Standards

The FTC’s new healthcare product compliance guidelines explain the broad range the agency has to find that marketers are liable for deceptive advertising

FDA Grants Accelerated Approval for a New Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

The FDA recently approved the drug, of Leqembi, a treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, through the accelerated approval process.

The Possibilities and Legal Risks of ChatGPT for Doctors and Medical Practices

ChatGPT will help doctors and medical practices keep better records, review medications, track diseases, and monitor patients. Healthcare providers need to understand the legal rules that govern [...]

The FDA Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Approval Process

The FDA has approved Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatments for depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders. Other treatments may be FDA-approved based on the substantial [...]