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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…

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What Is the Stark Law? A Complete Guide for Healthcare Providers and Businesses

In most industries, sending referrals is standard practice — but in healthcare, especially when Medicare or Medicaid is involved, referrals are closely regulated. The Stark Law, along with the Anti-Kickback Statute, governs how and when physicians can refer patients, especially if the referring provider or their family has a financial relationship with the referred entity….