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Health Care
Capabilities
- Anti-kickback issues
- Antitrust issues
- Certificate of Need
- Civil monetary penalties
- COVID-19/vaccination policies
- Credentialing
- False claims/whistleblower actions/investigations
- FDA regulatory matters
- Governance and organizational matters
- HIPAA privacy and security/cybersecurity
- Institutional Review Board and medical ethics
- Licensure and certification
- Managed care
- Medicare and Medicaid compliance, reimbursement and appeals
- Medical staff organization and structure
- Mergers, acquisition, and other transactions
- Payment disputes and collections
- Pharmacy and 340B
- Physician contracting and alignment
- Risk management strategies
- Stark compliance/audits
- Third-party reimbursement litigation
Clients Served Include
- Ambulatory surgery centers
- Chemical dependency/addiction treatment facilities
- Home health agencies
- Hospitals and health care systems
- Long-term care and senior living facilities
- Medical laboratories
- Rural health networks
- Single and multi-specialty physician groups
DBL Law’s Health Care Practice Group provides a broad range of legal and health care business services to hospitals and health care systems, long-term care and senior living facilities, physician groups, and other health care providers. Utilizing a cross-discipline team approach, we ensure comprehensive support for our clients in the complex and ever-evolving health care industry.
Our Services Include:
- Regulatory Compliance: We assist clients with compliance issues related to federal and state health care regulations, including the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicare and Medicaid regulations, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and other regulatory frameworks.
- Medical Compliance and Self-Disclosure: Our attorneys provide guidance on medical compliance programs and assist with self-disclosure protocols to mitigate potential liabilities.
- Audits and Investigations: We represent health care providers in audits and investigations conducted by federal and state agencies, helping clients navigate these processes and achieve favorable outcomes.
- Joint Ventures and Affiliations: We advise on the formation and implementation of joint ventures, mergers, and other strategic affiliations, ensuring that transactions comply with legal requirements and support business goals.
- HIPAA and Cybersecurity: Our team offers expert counsel on HIPAA compliance and related cybersecurity issues, helping clients protect sensitive patient information and respond to data breaches.
- Operational Support: We provide day-to-day legal support for provider operations, including contract drafting and negotiation, employment matters, and risk management.
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution: We represent clients in health care-related litigation in state and federal courts, as well as in administrative actions before state and federal agencies, such as Certificate of Need (CON) proceedings.
- Business Transactions: Our attorneys assist with a wide range of business transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and restructurings, tailored to the specific needs of health care entities.
- Licensing and Accreditation: We help health care providers obtain and maintain necessary licenses and accreditations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ethics and Governance: Our team advises on corporate governance and ethical issues, helping health care organizations establish and maintain best practices in these critical areas.
Our Clients:
DBL Law has served as a trusted business partner for health care institutions for decades. Our clients include hospitals, health care systems, long-term care and senior living facilities, physician groups, and various other health care providers. We understand the unique challenges faced by these organizations and provide tailored legal solutions to meet their specific needs.
Collaborative Approach:
Our Health Care Practice Group collaborates with other practice groups within DBL Law to provide comprehensive legal support. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that all aspects of our clients’ legal needs are addressed, from regulatory compliance to business transactions.
Why Choose DBL Law?
- Experienced Team: Our attorneys have extensive experience and a deep understanding of health care law.
- Tailored Solutions: We provide customized legal strategies that align with our clients’ business goals and regulatory requirements.
- Comprehensive Services: Our full-service approach covers all aspects of health care law, from compliance to litigation.
- Client-Centered Focus: We are committed to understanding our clients’ needs and delivering exceptional service and results.
- Commitment to Excellence: We strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients through diligent representation and strategic counsel.
Contact DBL Law today to learn how our Health Care Practice Group can assist you with your legal needs and help your organization thrive in the dynamic health care industry.
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Affiliated Membership
- American Health Law Association
- Healthcare Financial Management Association
- Kentucky Academy of Hospital Attorneys
- Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities
- Kentucky Hospital Association
- LeadingAge
- LeadingAge Kentucky
Our Specialists
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Andrew Pellino
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Cathy Stickels
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David Dirr
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Dennis Kennedy
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Ellie Houston
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Emma Gripshover
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Kenneth Whitlock
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Mark Guilfoyle
Partner -
Matt Klein
Partner -
Rebecca Liang
Associate
News
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Legal Update: Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Doctrine
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Appeals Court Sides with Pharmaceutical Companies in 340B Case: An Analysis by DBL Law Partner David Dirr
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Kentucky House Bill 153, providing health care providers with immunity from criminal liability for medical errors, signed into law.
On March 26, 2024, Governor Andy Beshear signed groundbreaking House Bill 159 into law, providing health care providers with immunity from criminal liability for medical…