Nurses can lose their license for a number of reasons. One example involves allegations of professional misconduct.Examples of professional misconduct include the following:Conviction of a crime, under New York state or federal law.Allowing an unlicensed person to...
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Three tips for doctors served with a med mal suit
Getting notification of an impending lawsuit is a stressful event. It is important for physicians who receive these notices to take the matter seriously, and act to protect their interests. Whether currently navigating a med mal allegation or not, it is wise for every...
New York doctor sued by former office manager
Running a private practice is not easy. The physicians that take on this role generally manage their business in addition to practicing medicine. This is a difficult balance that can include dealing with business planning and administrative needs while ensuring proper...
Will CMS update Stark Law? 3 things to know about new proposal.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released a proposal to change the Stark Law. The proposal is not current law, but the agency has stopped taking public comments. #1: Volume to value. The federal agency claims that it supports a shift from...
Nurses and social media: 3 tips to navigate wisely
Social media has become an important part of our daily lives. Various platforms from Facebook and Twitter allow us to keep up with loved ones on a regular basis, whether living near or far. Still other platforms like LinkedIn can help us network within our...
Insurance company accuses diagnostic lab of bribing hospitals
A diagnostic lab is in financial ruin after an insurer accused the lab of paying illegal kickbacks in exchange for referrals. The accusations are part of a lawsuit that has led the lab to file for protection in bankruptcy court. What were the accusations against the...
Lawmakers remove hospital leader amidst qualification concerns
Getting a high-level job in the medical world can be difficult. Applicants must have the training and experience to qualify for the position as well as go through the interview process. Once a candidate is offered the job, they may be surprised to find out lawmakers...
2 lessons after man acquitted of health care fraud charges
The prosecution's case against Dr. Jorge Zamora-Quezada continues to provide learning opportunities for medical professionals throughout the country. In the most recent development, the government agreed to the acquittal of one of Dr. Zamora-Quezada's employees. A...
Report: which medical specialty most likely to get sued?
Those who enter the medical practice generally do so because of a desire to help heal those who are ill. Like any profession, mistakes can happen. These mistakes can be purely accidental or result from negligence. Whatever the cause, a patient who suffers an injury...
Medicare Fraud Strike Forces change the future of medicine
The United States Departments of Justice (DOJ) and Health and Human Services (HHS) may have begun operations for their Medicare Fraud Strike Force (MFSF) in Florida, but the scope of operations has broadened in recent years. As of 2018, the agencies now have...

