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Mixed Signals? Compliance Considerations for the Provision of Free Advanced Practice Provider Support

[07/25/23]

Posted on July 25, 2023 in Health Law News

Published by: Hall Render

On December 14, 2022, the Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) issued an advisory opinion which approved a hospital program (“Arrangement”) to provide advanced practice provider (“APP”) support for inpatients being cared for by primary care physicians (“Participating Physicians”). Several months later, in May 2023, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) reached a settlement of $29,744,065... READ MORE

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The COVID-19 Effect on Physician/APP Arrangements and Compensation Plans

[03/24/20]

Posted on March 24, 2020 in Health Law News

Published by: Hall Render

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, hospitals and health system leaders are being proactive to ensure they have the physician and advanced practice provider (“APP”) coverage needed to provide sustainable care for a growing influx of coronavirus patients. In addition, health systems are being faced with unique issues on redeployment of physicians and... READ MORE

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