Department of Justice War on Healthcare Fraud: Expanding and Taking Action
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Department of Justice War on Healthcare Fraud: Expanding and Taking Action

On November 7, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ), led by John “Fritz” Scanlon, shared some big plans to tackle healthcare fraud. This plan shows a strong effort to fight against dishonest practices in the healthcare sector. One major part of the plan is to increase the number of healthcare fraud prosecutors, which is currently…

Crisis in Care: Nurse charged with 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Murder and Neglect

Crisis in Care: Nurse charged with 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Murder and Neglect

Heather Pressdee, a nurse residing in Butler County, Pennsylvania, who was previously facing charges related to the administration of lethal doses of insulin to patients, is now confronted with further charges linked to the mistreatment of an additional 19 patients. As per the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Michelle Henry, this 41-year-old nurse is alleged to have…

Nursing Excellence and License Protection: A Balancing Act
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Nursing Excellence and License Protection: A Balancing Act

In the world of healthcare, nurses play a critical role in ensuring patient well-being. To maintain high standards of care, Nursing Regulatory Bodies (NRBs) oversee nurses’ professional practice. These NRBs are responsible for evaluating the competence of both aspiring and licensed nurses. Mission of Nursing Regulatory Bodies (NRBs) NRBs have a primary goal: to protect…

The Dental Industry Shift: DSOs on the Rise
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The Dental Industry Shift: DSOs on the Rise

The world of dentistry is going through some big changes, and these changes are affecting how dentists retire or pass on their practices to others. In the past, when a dentist wanted to retire, they usually sold their established practice to a younger dentist. But now, there’s something new in town – Dental Support Organizations…

What is the False Claims Act in Healthcare?
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What is the False Claims Act in Healthcare?

The False Claims Act – some background The United States False Claims Act (FCA) is a significant federal law aimed at prosecuting individuals or organizations that make false or fraudulent claims for payment from government agencies. It strictly forbids the knowing submission of false claims for payment and making false statements that are critical to…

Consequences and Remedies for Breach of a Business Contract
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Consequences and Remedies for Breach of a Business Contract

What Constitutes a Contract Breach? Contracts are agreements with terms and conditions that both parties must follow. If one party fails to fulfill their part of the agreement without a valid reason, it’s called a breach of the contract. There are different types of contract breaches, such as: If you suspect a breach of contract,…

Step by Step Guide – How to Sell a Medical Practice in Texas
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Step by Step Guide – How to Sell a Medical Practice in Texas

This comprehensive guide explains how to sell a medical practice in Texas. We’ll cover important things to think about before making your decision. Doctors may sell their medical practices for various reasons, like retiring or looking for better opportunities. Some might need to sell due to unexpected situations like illness or moving away. This guide…