Can You Sell Groupons for Healthcare Services?
June 6, 2022
Selling Groupons for healthcare services could implicate several laws. We explore a few of the relevant ones.
Unclaimed Property Laws and Your Healthcare Practice
May 27, 2022
Some states are cracking down on unclaimed property violations, and healthcare providers have been subject to enforcement. Learn tips for staying compliant with the unclaimed property laws in your jurisdiction.
Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Policies For Mental Health Practices
April 15, 2022
Mistakes happen. And when they do, the government is ready to inflict penalties. Learn how to show an enforcement agency that your practice works to prevent, detect, and eliminate misconduct.
EKRA and Pay-Per-Test COVID-19 Testing Models
February 28, 2022
To many laboratory owners, paying COVID-19 testing sites based on the number of specimens sounds like smart business. Unfortunately, the practice can run afoul of several laws — with potential penalties for both parties.
Industry-Sponsored Speaker Programs in Healthcare: OIG Is Watching
December 11, 2020
Before accepting your next speaking engagement sponsored by pharma or a medical device company, consider the risks of a potential kickback violation. OIG’s latest special fraud alert highlights the peril.
Self-Referrals and Kickbacks: Navigating Federal and State Healthcare Laws
November 14, 2020
How do you comply with both state and federal laws governing kickbacks and self-referrals when those laws don’t align? We summarize some of the state laws and discuss how to navigate the differences with federal law.
Medicare DME Suppliers: What You Need to Know About Inadvertent Billing Fraud and False Claims Act Enforcement
October 16, 2020
The federal government has ramped up efforts to stamp out fraud, waste, and abuse. Increasingly, DME companies find themselves under the magnifying glass. We discuss how to prepare your DME business and remain compliant.
The Anti-Kickback Statute During the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Healthcare Professionals Should Know
April 24, 2020
OIG has released guidance on how it will evaluate certain arrangements between healthcare providers under the Anti-Kickback Statute. But note: OIG has not issued a blanket waiver of the law.
Blanket Waivers of the Stark Law: What This Means for Your Healthcare Practice During the COVID-19 Outbreak
April 14, 2020
Given the heightened need for coordination among healthcare providers to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, HHS issued blanket waivers of the Stark Law. How will this impact your business arrangements during the COVID-19 outbreak?
False Claims Act Allegations: Is Your Practice At Risk?
February 21, 2020
Who reports False Claim Act violations in healthcare, and how can you protect yourself? We shine a light on the risks of billing fraud allegations and the best way to prevent them.