For more than 25 years, Frier Levitt attorneys have counseled physicians and all types of single and multi-specialty practice groups. We have a broad and deep understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and the complex web of often overlapping and interrelated federal and state healthcare laws and regulations. To thrive in this highly regulated and constantly evolving environment, physicians must stay in front of change, rather than simply reacting to it. Frier Levitt’s focused commitment to healthcare enables our attorneys to serve as creative and thoughtful guides to healthcare providers in these challenging times.
We provide a full range of legal services to physicians and medical practices:
- Negotiations with hospitals and hospital relations, including but not limited to negotiation of Professional Services Agreements (PSAs) and other physician-hospital alignments
- Pre-transaction counseling and diligence review (i.e., “go-to-market” strategizing)
- Negotiations with Electronic Health Records Vendors and other key vendors
- De novo drafting of LLC Operating Agreements and PC Shareholder Agreements, and updating/amending existing Agreements
- Commercial Leases and sublease arrangements
- Employment or Contractor Agreements with associate physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners
- Negotiations with Ambulatory Surgery Centers
- Medicare/Private payor investigations and audits
- Criminal Defense matters involving claims of Healthcare Fraud
- State Board of Medical Examiner actions
- Formation of Super Groups, ACOs, CINS and MSOs
- Value Based Contracting and Other Alternative Payment Models
- Analysis of Federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law issues (e.g., Stark-compliant DHS profit distribution methodologies), and similar state law kickback and self-referral prohibitions.
- Managed Care Contracting
- Employment Matters
- Breakups/Partnership Dissolutions
- Advocacy & Government Affairs (i.e., advancing our clients’ policy objectives at the local and national level)
Specialized Knowledge for Your Specialized Practice
Our attorneys regularly work with physicians who practice in a wide range of specialties, including but not limited to:
- Oncology
- Cardiology
- Urology
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Primary Care/Family Practice
- Gastroenterology
- Nephrology
- Plastic Surgery
- Rheumatology
- Pain Management
- Pediatrics
As a result of many years of representing a variety of providers, our attorneys have a deep understanding of the unique issues affecting specialty practices.
Frier Levitt provides strategic, industry-focused legal counsel tailored to your needs. Contact our team today to learn how we can help you.
