The FDA Provides New Guidance on the “Minimal Manipulation and Homologous Use” of Cell and Tissue Products.

The FDA new guidelines on minimal manipulation include questions and answers. Meeting the minimal manipulation test can save companies a fortune in IND studies and clinical trial tests.

New Proposed Rules from the CMS and the OIG-HHS on Stark Law and from the Anti-Kickback Statute

The CMS and HHA are proposing new rules, such as the Patients over Paperwork Initiative, where the focus of Stark and AKS will be on value-based arrangements

DOJ Penalizes Doctors, Hospitals, & Medical Practices Millions to Settle Allegations of Anti-Kickback Statute Violations

The DOJ reported several new cases in which health care companies and doctors agreed to pay millions to settle claims of healthcare fraud due to AKS and Stark violations.

Physician Run and Physician Driven Practices – Part 2

Experienced healthcare lawyers advise doctors, physicians, and medical practices or a full range of regulatory and compliance issues including HIPAA, Stark Law, and the AKS.

Physician Run and Physician Driven Practices – Part 1

Experienced healthcare lawyers advise doctors, physicians, and medical practices or a full range of regulatory and compliance issues including HIPAA, Stark Law, and the AKS.

Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law Settlements Worth Millions

The DOJ reported several new cases in which health care companies and doctors agreed to pay millions to settle claims of healthcare fraud due to AKS and Stark violations.

A Summary of Federal and State Health Laws on the California Health and Human Services Website – Privacy, Breaches, and other Patient Right Issues

Doctors, medical practices, and health businesses in California need to be aware of the relevant federal and state laws that regulate their practice and industry – including those on the CHHS website.

Proposed Regulatory Framework for Modifications to Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)-Based Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) – Part Two

Key provisions of the FDA’s proposed regulatory framework of software that uses and adapts to artificial intelligence and machine learning

How the California Consumer Privacy Act Affects the Healthcare Industry

The California Consumer Privacy Act Affects the Healthcare Industry goes into effect on January 1, 2020. Failure to comply with the data protection requirements can result in fines and penalties.

Strong Compliance Plans for Small Medical Practices

OIG Compliance guidelines for physicians (MDs, Dos) and small medical practices

FDA Warning Letters To Companies Claiming Products Boost Immunity and Treat COVID-19

Federal Drug Administration continues to send warning letters to companies that boast products can treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure COVID-19 or boost immunity.

Physician Recruitment Agreements Obligate the Hospital, Medical Practice and the Physician – Make Sure You Know What Your Obligations Are

Physician recruitment agreements involve the rights and duties of three parties. Experienced healthcare lawyers craft the proper exceptions to the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law

FDA Warning Letters Sent to Companies That Claim Products are Effective against COVID-19

Federal Drug Administration has started sending warning letters to companies that boast their products can treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure COVID-19 or boost immunity.

FTC Announces New Warning Letters to Companies Making False Coronavirus Claims

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced the agency is sending warning letters to companies that claim its products can treat or prevent coronavirus (COVID-19) due to lack of scientific evidence

Diverse healthcare legal needs require that law firms deploy specialized healthcare law guidance across multiple legal and regulatory domains

The healthcare industry is a complicated, multi-trillion-dollar gargantuan and require that a healthcare law firm deploy its specialized knowledge across multiple domains.

HIPAA COVID-19 Decision Tool

The OCR of the DHHS announced a new online decision tool to help HIPAA covered entities understand protected health information compliance during the COVID-19 emergency

COVID-19 HIPAA Compliance Requirements

The Department of Human Service’s Office of Civil Rights offers new HIPAA guidance during the COVID-19 public health emergency

Before You Overpromise the Benefits of CBD, Know that the FTC is Watching

Both the FTC and FDA are reviewing your web and print marketing materials. If you make unsupported medical and treatment claims about your CBD promotions, you will receive a warning letter.

Compliance Issues for Medical Fitness Centers, Gyms, and Wellness Centers – Part 3

As gyms and medical fitness centers expand the services and products they offer and depend more on physician referrals and doctor employment, compliance review becomes a must.

Non-Compliance with California’s Version of the Federal EKRA Law can result in Criminal Convictions and Civil Penalties

California passes its own versions of the federal EKRA law. The legislation was enacted due to the increase of opioid deaths and cases of addiction. Failure to comply with the new law can result [...]

Recent Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute Cases

Medical providers must abide by Stark Law and the AKS. Referrals must be based on what is best for the patient. If profit is the driver, the providers will often pay a substantial settlement or [...]

Compliance Issues for Medical Fitness Centers, Gyms, and Wellness Centers – Part 2

As gyms and medical fitness centers expands the services and products they offer and depend more on physician referrals and doctor employment, compliance review becomes a must.

How the New California Department of Managed Health Care Regulations Affect Your Healthcare Practice

The California Department of Managed Health Care’s (DMHC) passed a new regulation, effective July 1, 2019 that expands the types of healthcare companies that must be licensed

Compliance Issues for Medical Fitness Centers, Gyms, and Wellness Centers – Part 1

As gyms and medical fitness centers expands the services and products they offer and depend more on physician referrals and doctor employment, compliance review becomes a must.

Examples of Medical False Claims Act Violations That Will be Prosecuted

Doctors, hospitals, med spas, pharmacies and other healthcare providers may violate the False Claims Act if they violate Stark Law or the Anti-Kickback Statute in addition to inflating bills, [...]

FAQs About How California and New York Regulate Telemedicine

California, New York, and doctors everywhere need to understand what state laws apply to telemedicine including who can offer telemedicine, what consents from the patient are needed, and whether [...]

Build a Strong Compliant Medical Spa. Embrace an MSO.

Case study of a pain management doctor starting a new medical spa. Why a managed service organization is a smart consideration is the focus of the discussion.

Common Questions About Telemedicine Physicians Need to Know

Doctors need to understand what laws apply to telemedicine including who can offer telemedicine, what consents from the patient are needed, and whether prescriptions require an in-office visit.

What Physicians and Investors Must Know About California Medical Corporations

Doctors must comply with California’s Professional Corporation Act. A professional medical corporation provides many advantages over a partnership or sole proprietorship.

When a chiropractor and medical doctor provide stem cell therapies together, how do they navigate healthcare law obstacles?

Stem cell therapies, where chiropractors and medical doctors work together, raise challenges for healthcare lawyers…

Crucial Issues for Aesthetic Medical Practices – Part One

Physicians providing aesthetic and cosmetic medical services and healthcare startups involved in aesthetic, medspa and cosmetic medicine, need to understand corporate practice of medicine issues, [...]

When Using a Management Services Organizations (MSO) Is the Right Choice for Your Medical Practice

Managed Services Organizations help physicians focus on practicing medicine by freeing doctors from many administrative tasks. Failure to consult with an MSO healthcare lawyer can cause civil and [...]

Will Corporate Practice of Medicine Kill Your Healthcare Venture?

Whether your healthcare venture involves digital health, mobile health, or a physical health and wellness center, strong vs. weak corporate practice of medicine prohibitions can be deadly.

Evangelizing your Health and Wellness Venture with your Angel Attorney

Healthcare Law a Labyrinth. It's a maze. It's a regulatory maze. What makes us different? People come to us for legal strategies and solutions. We provide legal strategies and solutions to [...]

Healthcare M&A: Do’s and Don’ts of Buying or Selling a Medical Practice

Buying and selling a medical practice is much different than selling a commercial business. Due diligence must address special healthcare legal compliance issues, licensing requirements, patient [...]

7 Reasons Why Nurses Lose Their License

Registered nurses, nurse practitioners, nurse specialists, and all nurses need to understand HIPAA, fee-splitting and revenue laws, a doctor’s duty of supervision, and other legal issues that [...]