Medical devices are an important part of healthcare. The advances within this market help to continually improve patient care. The minds behind these innovations must balance new ideas with federal rules and regulations put in place to keep patients safe. In many...
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Is a distressed healthcare facility a good investment?
Investments in this market are not only financial decisions but also carry significant legal implications. Before moving forward with what looks like a good deal in the healthcare arena, it is important to ask two questions. The answers to these questions can help you...
Understanding the scope: How noncompete clauses affect healthcare careers
Noncompete agreements have become a staple in many professional sectors, including the healthcare industry. Specifically, for doctors, these contracts can significantly influence career trajectories and opportunities. What are noncompete agreements? In essence,...
Order with caution: The legal risks of non-compliant lab testing for physicians
Imagine standing at the crossroads of patient care and federal law, where every decision you make carries weight beyond the immediate health outcomes. For physicians, ordering laboratory tests is a routine part of diagnosing and managing patient care, but it is also...
Will the government remove hurdles for foreign pharmacists to practice in the US?
The process of hiring pharmacists is an important task for healthcare institutions seeking to maintain the highest standards of patient care and safety. When it comes to hiring, employers must carefully consider the qualifications of candidates, which vary...
Social media posts land two NY doctors in hot water
It is no surprise that state medical boards hold physicians to high standards. Doctors must be more than just good at their profession; they must also be “good” people. The board frowns upon licensing those who are not in good moral standing. This can mean that anyone...
How could a fishing boat impact the delivery of healthcare throughout the United States?
Safety compliance on fishing boats seems like a good idea. We know that unsafe practices within this industry can result in serious injuries and even death. But why should doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals care about a case involving safety...
Pharmageddon brings attention to important issue, but what can pharmacists do next?
Nurses are not the only medical professionals that are overworked and frustrated with staffing issues in the healthcare industry. Pharmacists have long voiced similar frustrations and, in October of 2023, many of them took action. This action was in the form of...
Healthcare fraud enforcement: A 2024 update
As we enter 2024, federal authorities have intensified their scrutiny of healthcare fraud nationwide, engaging with numerous cases against medical professionals. These cases are pivotal, with more than a dozen currently progressing through legal channels. Common...
What happens if I am accused of violating HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is getting attention with use of AI and machine learning in the healthcare industry — and for good reason. Although these tools can provide a more efficient and potentially reliable means to organizing...