Healthcare Law

  • Full-scale services helping those practices without full-scale legal teams to manage legal/compliance programs. Services include comprehensive contract review and negotiation; risk assessments and audits; governmental correspondence; employee training; and more.

  • We provide thorough, full-scale contract review services for all types of healthcare agreements. From the initial review and drafting to detailed review and redlining, our team ensures that every aspect of your contract is carefully examined. We also offer strategic guidance and expert negotiation support to help secure the best terms for your organization. Whether you're finalizing a new agreement or revisiting an existing one, we assist with the entire process, ensuring that contracts are aligned with your goals and comply with all relevant regulations. Our comprehensive approach ensures your contracts are clear, fair, and fully executed with confidence.

  • Healthcare is one of the most heavily-regulated industries in the United States.  A complex network of state and federal laws regarding everything from patient privacy to labor standards covers nearly every aspect of your practice.  At Hurley Law Group, we are experienced in guiding our clients through this maze of legal statutes. 

  • Our HIPAA Compliance Services help healthcare entities navigate the complex requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We provide comprehensive solutions to ensure the protection of patient information and the privacy of healthcare data. Our services include conducting risk assessments, developing tailored privacy and security policies, implementing safeguards, and ensuring ongoing compliance with HIPAA regulations. From staff training to audit support and breach response planning, we guide your organization through every aspect of HIPAA compliance. With our expertise, you can confidently protect patient data, reduce risk, and maintain compliance in an ever-evolving regulatory environment.

 FAQs

  • Healthcare organizations often struggle with:

    • Inadequate employee training on HIPAA regulations

    • Insufficient data security measures (e.g., encryption and access controls)

    • Breaches due to unauthorized access or improper sharing of PHI These issues can lead to costly fines, loss of patient trust, and reputational damage.

  • Violations of the Stark Law (physician self-referral) and the Anti-Kickback Statute (bribes for referrals) can be avoided by:

    • Ensuring that financial arrangements between providers comply with self-referral restrictions

    • Avoiding any arrangement that offers or receives kickbacks for patient referrals Non-compliance can result in criminal and civil penalties and exclusion from federal healthcare programs.

  • To avoid fraud, waste, and abuse, healthcare organizations must:

    • Ensure billing is accurate and reflective of actual services provided

    • Avoid unnecessary treatments or tests for financial gain

    • Refrain from falsifying patient diagnoses Fraudulent activities can lead to government investigations, fines, and criminal charges.

  • Common compliance challenges under the ACA include:

    • Inaccurate reporting of patient insurance status

    • Failing to meet quality of care standards required by the ACA

    • Issues related to employee health insurance coverage requirements Non-compliance can result in penalties, loss of accreditation, and exclusion from government healthcare programs.

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