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New Fraud and Abuse Safe Harbors Incentivize Expansion of Wellness Programs for Healthcare Workers

The Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute are the two principal fraud and abuse laws in the United States impacting the healthcare industry today. With little fanfare, Congress has expanded the categories of safe harbors for both fraud and abuse statutes by passing the Consolidated Appropriations Act, CAA, for 2023. These new exceptions apply to wellness programs offered on or after December 29, 2022 and allow healthcare providers to administer certain mental and behavioral health Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

The Future of Telehealth – Part 3

This article is the third in a series by Lashly & Baer attorneys Scott A. Pummell and Riley J. Brown addressing various changes coming to the regulation of and access to telehealth services. In fact, the legal and regulatory boundaries of telehealth and remote medicine changed almost overnight as the COVID-19 pandemic set in. Those boundaries are set to change again – and again and maybe again – over the next 18 months. This Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Kara Brostron Speaks on Dynamic Leadership, Rapid Growth, and Increased Profitability

Recently our Director of Operations, Kara Brostron, CLM, participated in a panel discussion on the topic of “Dynamic Leadership, Rapid Growth, and Increased Profitability in a Post-Pandemic Era: Insights on Navigating Digital Transformation in the Modern Law Firm.” Thank you for taking the time to share your insights and experiences with others. View the complete report click here, or the YouTube video is linked as well.

By Niki McCormick, ago

Covering Your Bases: Why Medical Professionals Should Seek Legal Counsel Before Signing Up for Insurance

Medical malpractice insurance is a crucial form of coverage for healthcare providers, insuring them against claims of negligence or malpractice that can lead to costly legal battles and significant financial damages. However, many medical professionals are not aware of the exclusions that may be present in their policies, which can result in an unexpected denial of coverage for malpractice claims. As insurance policies become increasingly nuanced as to what is and is not covered Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

The Future of Telehealth – Part 2

This article is the second in a series by Lashly & Baer attorneys Scott A. Pummell and Riley J. Brown addressing various changes coming to the regulation of and access to telehealth services. In fact, the legal and regulatory boundaries of telehealth and remote medicine changed almost overnight as the COVID-19 pandemic set in. Those boundaries are set to change again – and again and maybe again – over the next 18 months. This Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

The Future of Telehealth – Part 1

This article is the first of a series by Lashly & Baer attorneys Scott A. Pummell and Riley J. Brown addressing various changes coming to the regulation of and access to telehealth services. In fact, the legal and regulatory boundaries of telehealth and remote medicine changed almost overnight as the COVID-19 pandemic set in. Those boundaries are set to change again – and again and maybe again – over the next 18 months. This Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Lashly & Baer, P.C. Expands and Adds Family Law Practice

St. Louis, Missouri (March 6, 2023) – Lashly & Baer, P.C. announces the expansion of its service areas by adding two experienced Family Law attorneys. Deborah C.M. Henry and Katherine (Kate) E. Henry have joined the Firm and will bring a wealth of experience in handling family law issues. “We are always looking at ways that we can improve client service. Family Law is an area that we have considered integral to our practice,” Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Responding to UPIC Audits

Lashly & Baer, P.C. attorney Michael R. Barth provides an overview of the United Program Integrity Contractor (UPIC) audit response process. There are five separate geographic jurisdictions for UPICs, and CoventBridge is the Midwestern UPIC that includes both Missouri and Illinois. UPICs such as CoventBridge are private contractors monitoring both Medicare and Medicaid programs from fraud, waste, and abuse. For the purposes of this article, Barth focuses on responding to a letter from your Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Attorney Stuart Vogelsmeier Interviewed About Ban on Non-Compete Agreements

Lashly & Baer attorney, Stuart J. Vogelsmeier, was interviewed about the potential impact for healthcare providers if the FTC’s proposed regulation would ban non-compete agreements. Here is the link to the podcast that was broadcast by Gist Healthcare on February 27, 2023. How the FTC’s Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Agreements Could Impact the Healthcare IndustryBy: Gist HealthcareThe Federal Trade Commission announced in January a proposed ban on non-compete clauses in employment agreements. NCAs are Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Primer on Claiming Medicare Bad Debt on Cost Reports

Attorney Stuart J. Vogelsmeier provides an overview of the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) December 2022 Audit Report in regards to providers claiming Medicare Bad Debts. His review provides practical insights for providers in complying with Federal cost report requirements and in the development of policies and procedures related to collecting coinsurance and deductibles from Medicare patients. To read Stu’s full article CLICK HERE.

By Niki McCormick, ago