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Physician-owned hospitals are unique in that they are not only for-profit enterprises but are the products of motivated and innovative physicians seeking to fill the needs of a community through the creation of health care delivery models in which physicians are involved in every aspect of care delivery.   As health care reform initiatives in... READ MORE

Within the past several years, reform initiatives in Washington and elsewhere have created uncertainty in the health care marketplace, particularly for physicians as compensation for professional services experiences downward pressure. At the same time, providers (both hospitals and physicians) are beginning to anticipate the restructuring of payment methods associated with health care reform, from... READ MORE

Hall Render attorneys have extensive experience assisting health systems, hospitals, physician groups and long-term care facilities to meet their quality improvement and patient safety goals and obligations. We regularly counsel clients regarding patient safety regulatory compliance and support the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure that patient safety and quality improvement are a... READ MORE

There is no individual or entity that operates within the health care industry that is not touched by governmental fraud and abuse laws. Hall Render attorneys provide in-depth guidance and counsel to health care providers with respect to issues arising under these laws, including the federal Stark Law, the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and their... READ MORE

Hall Render understands that forming a coordinated and effective care platform that improves quality and patient satisfaction, while lowering or controlling costs, is essential in today’s competitive health care environment. Our attorneys are experienced in the legal and operational considerations involved when integrating and aligning providers with payers – whether commercial, governmental or self-funded.... READ MORE

Hall Render attorneys understand the specific issues facing today’s children’s hospitals and stand ready to assist these specialty hospitals with legal matters. Reimbursement issues are key; children’s hospitals are heavily affected by Medicaid policy and reimbursement changes as they treat a significant number of Medicaid patients. Hall Render attorneys can assist hospitals with reimbursement... READ MORE