Kickback problems are like approaching traffic. Swerving to avoid them might lead you right into their path.
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Drugs, Sentencing and Lock (and Roll) on to Another Kickback Prosecution – Podcast
The federal Anti-Kickback statute makes it illegal to receive anything of value for the referral of federal health care program patients. How are you managing this potential pitfall?
7 Steps to Gainsharing Heaven – OIG Advisory Opinion 17-09
The OIG released an important advisory opinion, Op. 17-09 on a gainsharing arrangement between a hospital and neurosurgeons.
Healthcare Kickbacks in the Fastlane – Medical Group Minute
Just like speeding, the chances of getting caught are probably only 1% or 2%. Eventually, though, someone will be pulled over.
But Does it Work in the Real World? Second Order Thinking and the Perfect Legal Structure
I recently attended a continuing legal education seminar concerning some very complex organizational structures for healthcare venture development.
Healthcare Freedom of Choice: Doughnuts and Doing Time
Discover why physicians must make real choice before they lose control of their practice, patients, and future.
Another Physician Guilty of Receiving Insys/Subsys Kickbacks
A physician is convicted in the Insys/Subsys kickback case, highlighting ongoing risks around pharma deals and compliance for medical group leaders.
Will Your Copier or Medical Equipment Become a Whistleblower?
Medical devices, even copiers, can expose your business. Will your own equipment become a whistleblower one day?
Drugs, Sentencing, and Lock (and Roll on to Another Kickback Prosecution)
As I comment often, the federal Anti-Kickback statute makes it illegal to receive anything of value for the referral of federal health care program patients.
“But Everyone’s Doing It!!!” Not a Great Defense to Compliance Violations – Success in Motion
Ride along with Mark as he discusses the tendency of many physicians and healthcare entrepreneurs to skip a critical review of the legality of their business structures.




