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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Sep 12, 20233 min read
HOSPICE PROVIDERS FACE UNPRECEDENTED SCRUTINY
Hospice providers are subject to increasing initiatives and regulations as part of CMS's crack down on hospice fraud, waste and abuse.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Jul 1, 202028 min read
COVID-19 and Resource Allocation: Planning for Times of Scarce Medical Resources
This article addresses issues facing hospitals when patient needs for resources are greater than the resources themselves.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Jun 18, 20204 min read
Nursing Homes Face Enhanced Enforcement Actions in Connection with Infection Control
This article discusses potential enhanced enforcement actions in connection with infection control issues.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Apr 24, 20209 min read
COVID-19: Stark Law Waivers & OIG's Anti-Kickback Policy Statement
Practical guidance on CMS's Stark Law waivers and the OIG Policy Statement relating to the Anti-Kickback Statute
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Apr 13, 202027 min read
Opioid Settlements: Some Lessons Learned from Big Tobacco
What lessons from the big tobacco litigation have we learned that can be applied to the opioid litigation?
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Apr 10, 20204 min read
COVID-19: Guidance for Long-Term Care Facilities After Kirkland Nursing Home Investigation
The Life Care Center's investigation resulted in significant changes in nursing home and long-term care facility inspections by CMS.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Apr 3, 20203 min read
COVID-19: Telehealth Then & Now
The provision of telehealth has changed dramatically as a result of the coronvirus. It is now widely available to patients.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Apr 1, 202021 min read
Hospitals Jump Into the Opioid Litigation Fray
This article examines hospital lawsuits filed against opioid manufacturers, distributors and dispensers in federal and state court.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Mar 26, 20203 min read
COVID-19: Medicare Advantage Plan Guidance
Medicare Advantage Organizations receive guidance regarding plan flexabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Lynn M. Barrett, Esq.
Mar 20, 20203 min read
COVID-19: Guidance For Hospitals: EMTALA & HIPAA
Guidance from CMS and OCR is provided to hospitals relating to EMTALA and HIPAA requirements during the coronavirus pandemic.
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