In this week's episode of the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler sits down with Elissa Taub from Siskind Susser for a timely discussion on the green card backlog that physicians are experiencing. Ericka and Elissa delve into the factors contributing to the issue, including the annual limits on green cards, the multiple categories (family and employee-based), and the long-term backlogs which have significantly increased since December 2022, impacting physicians from all countries. She explains that the underlying cause is the shortage of green cards compared to the high demand. Elissa also emphasizes the importance of starting the green card process as early as possible as it can now take up to three years to obtain, and how employers can play an important role in this process.

Tune in for valuable insights into the challenges faced by physicians in obtaining green cards and what to expect in terms of immigration reform and employment-based immigration moving forward.

In this episode of the #HealthLawHotspot, fellow Roetzel Healthcare Attorney Christina Kuta joins host Ericka Adler, to continue her discussion on the Good Faith Estimate portion of the No Surprises Act. Christina delves into the requirements for providers, including the types of information that must be included in the estimate, such as diagnosis codes, service codes, expected charges, and patient information. She also discusses the different types of providers and their responsibilities under the law, as well as how to ensure compliance with the Good Faith Estimate requirement. Additionally, Christina highlights the investigations conducted by CMS surrounding this law and the potential consequences for non-compliance, including financial penalties and reprimands. Tune in below to stay informed about the Good Faith Estimate requirement and how to protect your practice from potential legal issues.

In this episode of the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler welcomes Dennis Thornton from Carr Healthcare Realty. Dennis joins us to discuss the ins and outs of real estate transactions for healthcare providers. From lease renewals to new practice start-ups, expansions, relocations, additional offices, and acquisitions, Dennis shares his insights on how to navigate the complex world of healthcare real estate. Ericka and Dennis also delve into the importance of timing, options, and common mistakes to avoid, while emphasizing the critical role of an attorney and real estate broker in ensuring a successful transaction. So whether you're a healthcare provider looking to expand your practice, renew a lease or start a practice, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now!

Joining host Ericka Adler on the first #HealthlawHotSpot of 2024 is fellow Roetzel healthcare attorney Christina Kuta. Ericka and Christina will break down statute 1557 that prohibits discrimination from healthcare providers that receive federal assistance. Christina then discusses the updates and changes that were made in 2020 and 2022, what providers need to be mindful of and what to look out for in the future.

Joining host Ericka Adler on the #HealthLawHotSpot this week is fellow Roetzel shareholder and leader of the tax practice group, attorney Donna Hartl. Donna provides insight on how and why the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) was originally set up, and how some practices may have received poor advice in applying for the credit. They also discuss how practices can assure the credit was properly evaluated and how to handle credits they may have wrongfully obtained. Finally, Donna explains the current status of the ERTC and how practices can still seek out a proper tax credit.

This week on the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by fellow Roetzel shareholder Karen Adinolfi for an important discussion on navigating the rise in political discussion, antisemitism, islamophobia and other challenges in the healthcare workplace. Across the country, practices have faced workplace misbehavior including in-person conduct, social media postings, and other actions that have impacted healthcare employers and their reputations. Ericka and Karen will explore how healthcare employers can effectively identify when employees may have violated employment policies, created a hostile work environment or otherwise engaged in intolerable unacceptable activities. Ericka and Karen also focus on the use of acceptable employment policies and practices to address discipline and termination of employees, as well as the ultimate goal of protecting the healthcare practice.

On the #HealthLawHotSpot this week, host Ericka Adler is joined by special guest Amy Anderson from Brinson Anderson to discuss important considerations for surgery-based and aesthetic practices when hiring staff. Amy provides guidance on key items to be mindful of during the hiring process and how to make sure that any newly hired staff will match the practice culture. Key issues covered include assuring potential employees bring the right skill set, licensure and overall work experience to the particular practice. Amy and Ericka also discuss fine tuning the interview process and the importance of properly onboarding new employees with current staff.

On this episode #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by special guest Paul Hales, Partner at the Hales Law Group, for a discussion on how changes in web-based technology, including tracking, may be causing health care practices to unknowingly violate HIPAA. Mr. Hales provides insight on what information is protected by HIPAA and how patient privacy is threatened by the latest technology used on popular practice websites and online. Finally, Ericka and Mr. Hales discuss the need for practices to engage in website and social media audits and other best practices to assure HIPAA compliance.

This week on the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by fellow Roetzel attorney Christina Kuta for an in-depth discussion on key issues that physicians need to understand within the broad topic of balance billing. Ericka and Christina discuss billing restrictions under the "No Surprises Act," steps providers need to take to notify patients of their rights related to balance billing, issues that may come up when working in multiple states, and the repercussions of not complying with balance billing restrictions.

This week on the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by special guest Jerry Diza, Partner at Pacific Reliance Medical M&A Advisors to share advice on how to successfully sell a med spa. Ericka and Jerry focus on trends in the sale of med spas and the steps to take to prepare a med spa for sale, including revenue thresholds needed to sell and steps to increase growth and performance. Ericka and Jerry also cover the diligence that sellers should expect when it comes to med spas, such as a regulatory review of an MSO structure and provider licensure. Finally, the podcast covers the type of team members required for a successful med spa transaction.