Frier Levitt attorney Lawrence Kobak published an article in Podiatry Management Magazine titled, “A Successful CMS Appeal Case Study: Amniotic Injectables.” In the piece, Lawrence discusses the increased frequency of podiatrists facing Medicare audits, often resulting in substantial recoupment demands. The issue, he explains, is that many podiatrists wait until after losing the first two of the four appeal levels before contacting an attorney. This is a critical mistake, as it limits the ability to introduce new arguments or evidence. As emphasized in the article, engaging with an experienced healthcare law attorney early is essential.
Lawrence uses a recent CMS appeal to demonstrate how early preparation and proper documentation are the key to success. In the case, a podiatrist retained attorneys from the start, enabling them to gather patient records and evidence, strengthening their defense, and ultimately resulted in a favorable outcome.
Read the article HERE.
