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Waivers Related to Advanced Practice Nurse Licensing Requirements

On April 1, 2020, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) released a waiver related to certain licensing requirements for Advance Practice Nurses (APRNs). Specifically, DHSS waived the requirement that physicians must review the non-controlled substance records of APRNs every 14 days until the COVID 19 emergency is declared to be over. DHSS also waived the requirement that APRNs and physicians must practice together for one month with the physician continuously present, Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

CARES Act Payroll Protection Program Application

Late on March 31, 2020, the U.S. Treasury made available the Paycheck Protection Program Application Form as well as information for borrowers and lenders.  The Application is two pages plus two pages of instructions.  The announcement provided some clarification of the law which passed on March 27, 2020.  Key Areas of Clarification: When can I apply? Starting April 3, 2020, small businesses and sole proprietorships can apply for and receive loans to cover their Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Accelerated Payments to Health Care Providers During COVID-19

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has increased the cash flow available to Medicare providers during the COVID-19 public health emergency by providing accelerated/advance payments to providers when there is a disruption in claims submission and/or claims processing. This is essentially a short-term loan. Below is a summary of this Program. Eligibility for Providers and Suppliers: Have billed Medicare within 180 days of request. Not be in bankruptcy. Not be in active Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”)

On Friday March 27, 2020, Congress passed and President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”), a $2 trillion dollar stimulus package which includes financial assistance to individuals and businesses.  Below is a summary of some of the provisions that may be of interest to our clients. Payroll Protection Loans One major portion of the CARES Act of interest to small businesses is the ability to obtain loans under Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Paycheck Protection Program May Provide Boost to Small Businesses

Payroll Protection Loans: On Friday, March 27, 2020, Congress passed and President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) to provide financial assistance to individuals and businesses. One major portion of the CARES Act of interest to small businesses is the ability to obtain loans under Section 7(a) of the Small Business Act through what is being called the “Paycheck Protection Program”. These loans will be provided through SBA-approved Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Family First Coronavirus Response Act – Required Poster and FAQs Updated

Department of Labor Publishes Required Poster on Coronavirus Sick Leave and Family Leave Requirements The Families First Coronavirus Response Act requires all employers subject to the Act (private businesses under 500 employees and all public entities/agencies) to display a poster about the law’s requirements. The Department of Labor has published a copy of the required poster which all eligible employers must display where they display other employment law posters. CLICK HERE FOR THE POSTER.  Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Telehealth Guidance During COVID-19-Expanded Access to Services

The Federal government has responded to the COVID-19 public health emergency by providing guidance regarding the expanded use of telehealth services to healthcare providers, including doctors, dentists, and other appropriately licensed health care professionals. Providers should always share with patients the security risks of telehealth visits, and should obtain and document patient consent at the outset of each telehealth visit. Medical records of the telehealth visit should be maintained according to existing Federal and Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Lashly & Baer’s COVID-19 Update and Action Plan

For over 107 years, Lashly & Baer has been supporting our clients and the communities where we live and work. During this unprecedented Coronavirus (COVID-19) challenge, we are able to draw on this experience to continue to serve our clients. Please know that our teams have taken swift action to leverage all of our resources to continue to serve our clients and colleagues as seamlessly as possible. Based on the recommendations of the CDC Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Families First Coronavirus Response Act

On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, a sweeping new law to respond to COVID-19.  This client alert will focus on two aspects of the law – emergency paid sick leave and expanded Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requirements. EMERGENCY PAID SICK LEAVE ACT Date applicable:  April 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 Employers who are required to comply:  Private companies and non-profit agencies with fewer than Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Lashly & Baer, P.C. Announces Joseph G.S. Goedde Named Shareholder

Friday, March 6, 2020 (St. Louis, Missouri) – The law firm of Lashly & Baer, P.C. announces that Joseph G.S. Goedde has been named a shareholder of the firm. Mr. Goedde has been with the firm since 2015, he devotes his practice to defending health care providers from medical malpractice claims. He also advises skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and both rural and urban hospitals. He has extensive experience in construction law, and Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago