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Medical Spa Laws: How to Protect Your Practice

Medical spa procedures, combining medical treatments and spa care, are an increasingly popular comprehensive service in the healthcare industry. A medical spa’s mix of offerings …

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What is a Qui Tam Relator in Healthcare?

Qui tam can be translated to “in the name of the king.” As so, qui tam lawsuits involve an individual reporting fraudulent behavior on behalf …

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What Makes For Successful Qui Tam Cases?

Qui tam is a civil action lawsuit that allows a knowledgeable person or entity to sue another party who committed fraud against the government, on …

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CCPA vs. HIPAA Compliance Requirements

In 2021, many healthcare organizations faced record-high losses from data breaches. Each of these incidents cost around $9.23 million, or $2 million higher than the …

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How To Get Your Nursing License Back After Suspension

A significant amount of time, effort, and money go into becoming a registered nurse (RN) in California. Nurses must complete nursing school and pass the …

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How Medical Malpractice Tort Reform Affects Your Medical Practice

Medical malpractice tort reform has been enacted in some states to protect medical professionals from waves of frivolous lawsuits. Tort reform addresses changes or limitations …

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What Is Qui Tam? The False Claims Act & Whistleblower Law Explained

Qui tam lawsuits are civil actions that private individuals may take to court. These individuals have direct and independent knowledge of fraud against the government. However, there are specific limitations that you must consider if you are facing such a lawsuit. Here’s a closer look at this kind of law.

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Guide to the National Practitioner Data Bank, Revocation, and Appeals

The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is a database meant to facilitate easy access to reports of medical malpractice and adverse actions taken in response.

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CMS & Medicare Billing Privilege Revocations & Appeals

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has the legal authority to revoke health care providers’ and suppliers’ billing privileges.

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Does a Public Reprimand Affect Your Ability to Practice Medicine?

A public reprimand is a form of disciplinary action imposed on healthcare professionals and is commonly issued for minor violations of the Healthcare Practice Act or Nursing Practice Act.

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