Due to increased governmental regulation of health care providers, Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin has formed an interdisciplinary practice group to advise, guide and defend our health care provider clients as they navigate the myriad regulations that continue to be imposed upon them. The Health Care Governmental Compliance Practice Group consists of attorneys experienced in the practices of health law, white collar crime, criminal defense and employment law. The team members are seasoned litigators who are equipped to represent health care providers at every level.
Whether a large urban hospital system or a small physician practice, most providers will inevitably encounter the scrutiny of state and federal regulators. Our group is prepared to meet the needs of clients to assist them in this confusing "alphabet soup" of regulation.
- Conduct and oversee internal audits and investigations of compliance issues
- Assist providers in making self-disclosures to federal and state agencies when necessary
- Counsel providers in making repayments of funds
- Counsel clients regarding Stark and anti-kickback issues
- Draft agreements to comply with Stark and anti-kickback laws
- Investigate claims of off-label use by pharmaceutical manufacturers in connection with governmental investigations
- Represent providers in False Claims Act investigations and in cases brought by qui tam relators
- Negotiate Corporate Integrity Agreements on behalf of providers
- Assist providers in responding to governmental audits, such as RAC and ZPIC audits
Mark Mattioli and Kate McGrath have represented health care providers for a collective 50 years. They are keenly aware of the challenges that providers face in efforts to establish effective compliance programs and are eager to assist in the development of such programs. Mark and Kate also have a long history of defending health care providers when litigation ensues. Jack Gruenstein, Mike Turner and Kevin Hexstall have significant experience in white collar civil and criminal defense, each with a legal career spanning 15 years or more. They are solidly prepared to respond to government subpoenas and to guide health care providers through the process. Ronda O'Donnell, an experienced litigator from our Employment Law Practice Group, provides valuable insight and experience when health care providers are faced with whistle blower/qui tam actions.
The members of our Health Care Governmental Compliance Practice Group are uniquely situated to service our health care providers. We make ourselves available to give lectures, seminars and presentations on issues of mutual concern. We are committed to providing a blend of dedication, geographical coverage and cost-effectiveness to achieve the best results for clients.
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