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Mark Swearingen has practiced in the area of health information privacy and security for over 20 years, with particular focus on HIPAA compliance, data breach response, government investigations, HIPAA audits and 42 C.F.R. Part 2. Since the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule was issued in 2009, Mark has handled a substantial number of health care... READ MORE

Charles “Chad” Sukurs is a health care transactions attorney who advises health care leaders on strategic mergers, acquisitions and alignment opportunities.  He represents hospitals, physicians, physician groups, dental practices and other health care organizations in complex transactions and ongoing business matters, combining deep industry knowledge with a practical, strategic approach. Chad regularly helps clients navigate governance considerations, tax‑exempt... READ MORE

As a shareholder with the firm, Dana Stutzman counsels a diverse group of employers and health care clients in numerous aspects of employment and labor law, health care regulatory matters and issues specific to the behavioral health industry. He is a trusted advisor and confidant. He advises management and health care clients on a... READ MORE

With more than 40 years of experience, Mac Stewart is one of the rare health law practitioners who has deep experience in virtually every area of a provider’s legal needs. Mac advises large health care systems, group practices, individual providers and those who support the health care industry on a wide range of regulatory,... READ MORE

Kevin Stella serves as the firm’s hiring partner and chair of the human resources committee. His practice is focused on labor and employment law, with an emphasis on employment issues facing health care clients. He counsels and presents to clients on a wide range of employment law issues, including hiring and disciplinary matters, Title VII... READ MORE

David Snow’s practice focuses on corporate and regulatory work for health care clients including hospitals, health care systems and physician organizations. This work encompasses: corporate structure and reorganizations; joint ventures; tax planning; obtaining and maintaining tax exemption; health care licensing and certification; government reimbursement, billing and payment matters; and corporate compliance. He is a... READ MORE

Jennifer Skeels focuses her practice on advising health care industry participants on a broad range of strategic and operational issues, including physician contracting, clinical services and patient care issues, regulatory and compliance matters, corporate counsel services and reimbursement. In particular, Jennifer works extensively with hospitals, physicians and others on value-based payment models, including bundled... READ MORE

As a shareholder of the firm, Robin Sheridan counsels health care clients in numerous aspects of health law.  She has served as general counsel to a growing community hospital and, in that role, advised on daily issues such as corporate governance, contract preparation and management, physician transactions, patient care issues, accreditation, EMTALA and other... READ MORE

Todd focuses on regulatory and compliance issues affecting all health care providers with an emphasis on long-term care, home health and hospice providers.  His practice is concentrated in the areas of licensure, certification, compliance and reimbursement at the local, state and federal levels.  Todd also assists clients with Medicare and Medicaid enrollment and participation... READ MORE

Melvin Sabey is a shareholder in the firm’s Denver office. His practice focuses on health care, particularly medical staff, employment and antitrust issues. Mr. Sabey’s work includes defending litigation in courts and agencies at all levels and union negotiations. He has successfully handled complex litigation in various areas, including antitrust, contract disputes, property, employment issues, insurance matters and... READ MORE