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Nurses play a crucial role in health care. They provide care, comfort and support to patients every day. Whether administering medication, assisting in surgeries or simply offering a kind word of support, nurses are there to help. This work brings a lot of...

Telemedicine, the practice of delivering healthcare services remotely using telecommunications technology, has significantly evolved in Texas over the years. The journey began with stringent regulations that limited its growth, but recent legislative changes have...

An investigation by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) is a serious matter. Thankfully, physicians that find themselves facing an investigation can seek legal counsel to advocate for their interests and help better ensure a more favorable outcome. How does the TMB begin...

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) is an agreement between various states that allows nurses to practice in multiple states. Instead of needing licensure in each individual state, those that are part of the NLC can practice nursing in other member states once they have...

The United States Attorney’s Office from the Northern District of Texas recently announced the indictment of the two physicians for conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud, healthcare fraud, and unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. The court documents state...

Private equity firms and private practices have been combining forces for years. The equity firm brings in a large chunk of capital while the private practice brings a thriving business within a highly regulated marketplace. The equity firm can provide guidance on...

Nurses are required to provide care as directed by federal, state, and local rules and regulations. One law that helps define the scope of nursing privileges is the Nursing Practice Act (NPA). In general, a nurse in Texas is allowed to provide care that requires...

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) continues its crackdown on illegal kickbacks within the healthcare industry. In a recent example, the feds went after lab service providers in Texas for allegedly making illegal payments to physicians and falsely claiming...

Merger and acquisition deals are always complex, but those looking to move forward with a transaction involving a healthcare business face unique challenges. Although due diligence is always important, the factors that can impact a healthcare business are different...