Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton released an opinion in February stating certain “sex-change” procedures for children qualified as child abuse. Unfortunately, these procedures expand beyond surgical procedures and can include prescriptions of certain medications....
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The anxiety that comes with losing a nursing license
Despite their countless contributions to the medical industry, nurses are often overlooked, with medical doctors receiving a vast majority of the accolades. Stress is par for the course, with significant numbers of patients to care for and the long hours accompanying...
What happens when my medical license is under investigation?
Sometimes, a patient, patient’s family members, a competitor or others file a complaint against a physician. The complaint could make any number of allegations, from claims the physician was under the influence while providing care to claims they failed to act within...
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...
Is the tide turning on private equity deals in healthcare?
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...
I was arrested for drunk driving. Can I lose my nursing license?
Whether out for a quick happy hour after a stressful workday or leaving a family picnic, few things can result in the panic that comes with seeing flashing lights in your review mirror and a traffic stop after having a few alcoholic beverages. This becomes especially...
Texas officials crackdown on Medicaid fraud and healthcare marketing
The medical profession relies on integrity. We trust physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to focus on helping their patients get well. Since this is also their profession, physicians and medical professionals profit from their service — but how do they...
Pandemic-driven ramping up of the Texas medical licensing process
When coronavirus breached the borders of the United States, countless doctors stepped up, with many working around the clock to help treat those suffering from COVID-19. However, the number of available medical professionals needed significant increases to keep up...
The current state of Medicare Advantage
In their efforts to live up to their continuing promises to reduce the deficit, Washington, DC lawmakers are focusing on Medicare Advantage. Specifically, they are investigating billions of dollars that were purportedly generated by overdiagnoses targeting older...
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...