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…

Legal Tips for Supervising Physicians of Advanced Practice Providers (NPs/PAs)
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Legal Tips for Supervising Physicians of Advanced Practice Providers (NPs/PAs)

The healthcare field is changing, and we’re relying more on advanced practice providers (APPs), like nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs), because there’s a growing need for healthcare services. While teaming up with doctors has its benefits, it also means that partnership comes with a certain set of legal implications and responsibilities for the…

Texas Medical Board Investigations: 5 Steps to Protecting Your Medical License
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Texas Medical Board Investigations: 5 Steps to Protecting Your Medical License

As a licensed medical professional in Texas, you’ve dedicated years of hard work and dedication to your profession. However, no matter how careful you are in your practice, there’s always a chance that you could find yourself facing a Texas Medical Board (TMB) investigation. Such an investigation can be a daunting and stressful experience, with…

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…

Missouri City Texas Couple Sentenced to Prison for Massive Medicare Fraud: A Shocking Healthcare Scandal
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Missouri City Texas Couple Sentenced to Prison for Massive Medicare Fraud: A Shocking Healthcare Scandal

In a surprising turn of events, a Missouri City couple, who once owned a home health agency, has been sentenced to federal prison for admitting to defrauding Medicare of millions. This case, as announced by U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani, has sent shockwaves through the healthcare community, reminding everyone that justice will always catch up…

Telemedicine Regulations: Your Guide to Building a Successful Practice in Texas
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Telemedicine Regulations: Your Guide to Building a Successful Practice in Texas

Telemedicine has been growing fast in the United States, especially with the COVID-19 pandemic pushing it forward. This has opened up new opportunities for healthcare providers, but it’s also brought a lot of rules and regulations that can be tough to handle. If you’re thinking about getting into telehealth or are already offering telehealth services,…

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…

Strategies for Avoiding Technical Stark Law Violations and Penalties
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Strategies for Avoiding Technical Stark Law Violations and Penalties

The Stark Law, in essence, prohibits doctors from referring patients to certain healthcare providers when there’s a financial connection between them. If doctors break this law, they can face big fines. Therefore, it’s crucial to steer clear of actions that violate these regulations. Key Provisions of Stark Law What the Stark Law Says: Under Stark…