In the era of instant digital communication, texting has become a common method for sharing information quickly. However, for healthcare professionals, the transmission of patient data via text raises questions about compliance with the Healthcare Insurance...
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A review of healthcare M&A deals in 2024: One important lesson
Healthcare is rapidly advancing. Merger and acquisition (M&A) opportunities that enhance technological capabilities or innovative service offerings can be particularly promising. Whether looking to take advantage of these offerings, expand to a rural market, or...
Insight into new techniques and technologies used to detect healthcare fraud
AI is more than just a buzz word; it is a new tool that is taking the legal and healthcare world by storm. AI plays an important role in detection of diseases and federal officials note that it will soon also play an important role in detection of healthcare fraud. A...
What’s at stake? Three common penalties for healthcare fraud
The federal government, along with state and local authorities throughout the nation, have made it clear that they intend to continue their crackdown on illegal healthcare fraud. Although the goal is noble, these broad and sweeping statements can result in overly...
Looking at a merger and acquisition deal in healthcare? This mistake could cost millions.
Merger and acquisition deals are big in the healthcare industry. Whether looking to combine forces to provide higher quality care or outsource more administrative tasks, these deals can be advantageous to everyone involved. Unfortunately, a single misstep can mean an...
3 things to know before selling a healthcare business
Anyone working in the healthcare industry knows this market is like no other. Regulations abound, demands are high, and the profit potential is seemingly endless. Unfortunately, it also comes with the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Not surprisingly, this...
What is due diligence when buying a healthcare business?
Buying into a healthcare business means entering a profitable and highly regulated market. When done wisely, this can mean you gain more than just financially, it can also mean you help increase the quality of care provided to patients in the community. When done...
Challenges and solutions in healthcare compliance
Every medical professional receives training on the importance of regulatory compliance: following the laws and regulations and staying updated with them as they change. Compliance is critical not only for healthcare workers, but also for the safety of patients. State...
Three tips for a successful dental practice
Running a successful business is never an easy task. Add in the demands, regulations, and competition common in the dental field and making sure your practice is successful can be particularly challenging. Some tips that can help to achieve this goal include the...
What should my practice learn from recent, historic healthcare fraud settlement?
It all started back in 2018. At that time, a whistleblower stepped forward with evidence that a healthcare provider in the Houston area was billing Medicare for services that were never provided or were dangerous to the client. Upon review, the government decided the...