The Health Law Firm Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.]

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Verisys

MAY 13, 2024

Here is a round up of bad actors: Doctor sentenced to 10 years in prison for unlawfully dispensing controlled substances ( Full Story ) Doctor Convicted for $5.4M Here is a round up of bad actors: Doctor sentenced to 10 years in prison for unlawfully dispensing controlled substances ( Full Story ) Doctor Convicted for $5.4M

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Pharmacy Law Blog

MARCH 8, 2018

On December 6, 2017, three nurse practitioners and a doctor were arrested following an Alabama federal grand jury indictment accusing them of operating a “pill mill.” Law Enforcement Raids on Physicians, Pharmacists, Nurses and Other Health Providers Will Continue. According to the U.S. The Alleged Pill Mill. December 5, 2017).

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

APRIL 10, 2020

The CMS changes reduce certification requirements for clinicians, with the aim of expanding workforce flexibilities and enabling practitioners to be hired quickly and "perform work to the fullest extent of their licenses."

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The Health Law Firm Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Florida law requires that health professionals (including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, nurse practitioners, professional counselors, and social workers, among others) obtain a Level 2 background screening before working in a facility licensed by the Agency for Health Care [.]

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The Health Law Firm

AUGUST 29, 2018

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law If you are a doctor, nurse, dentist, psychologist, pharmacist or other licensed health professional whose license has been recently revoked or suspended, there may still be hope. By George F. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

10th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed in part, a Utah court's decision on a lawsuit for the death of a 21-year-old inmate, affirming that the jail's doctor could claim qualified immunity, but [.] Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On March 3, 2021, the U.S.

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HIT Consultant

AUGUST 17, 2023

When sourcing potential doctors and nurses for your telemedicine business, pay close attention to the states they are licensed in.To legally prescribe medicine to patients, the doctor needs to be licensed in the state that your customer is in. Does it offer live chat services?

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The Health Law Firm

MARCH 27, 2017

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law My experience in representing doctors, nurses and other licensed health professionals in disciplinary cases has lead me to conclude, us to conclude, its is always a bad idea for them to: 1. By George F. Indest III, J.D., Write a prescription for any medication for yourself.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 25, 2023

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.]

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The Health Law Firm

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On August 9, 2016, a licensed vocational nurse in Texas who alleged she was bullied and sexually harassed by a doctor at work was vindicated when a $440,000 settlement was reached between the parties. By George F. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

MAY 10, 2023

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.]

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The Health Law Firm Blog

APRIL 20, 2023

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.]

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The Health Law Firm Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Our firm often gets calls from nurses and other health professionals who retain us to represent them in complaints against their licenses or in professional licensing complaints and investigations. Indest III, J.D.,

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 9, 2024

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Someone arrested for a criminal offense knows that it can lead to a criminal record that may or may not be on your record for the rest of your life. However, once you pay your fine and carry [.]

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

AUGUST 31, 2020

Before the pandemic struck earlier this year, Central Kansas Mental Health Center in Salina, Kansas, had a small telehealth setup that started out of necessity over a lack of doctors available in its rural area. But the center is now down to only two physicians working remotely via telemedicine, with two additional doctors onsite.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2022

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the [.].

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The PII includes the name, date of birth, contact information (such as the address, telephone, and email), financial information (bank information), and government identifier (social security, driver’s license #). What if the public address systems used to seek emergency codes go down, and a physician or nurse is immediately required?

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Healthcare IT Today

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Five former employees of Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN, including a recently-licensed Registered Nurse, were indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly selling medical information about car accident victims to personal injury attorneys and chiropractors. The doctor that was jailed for snooping in patient records. “Dr.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Florida law requires that health professionals (including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, nurse practitioners, professional counselors, and social workers, among others) obtain a Level 2 background screening before working in a facility licensed by the Agency for Health Care [.].

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Healthcare IT Today

APRIL 4, 2024

Centering on the doctor and patient relationship helps ensure more informed choices and better health outcomes. Health Dialog’s unique capabilities include data analytics, a multi-channel coaching platform, shared decision-making tools, and a 24/7 nurse line. For more information, visit healthdialog.com.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 23, 2024

Many other licensed healthcare providers must be credentialed: nurses, physical therapists, speech pathologists, and behavioral health therapists. For example, a healthcare organization verifies a provider’s state license by calling or searching the state license registration board. BLS/ACLS certifications status.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 8, 2024

Previously published on October 14, 2022By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Someone arrested for a criminal offense knows that it can lead to a criminal record that may or may not be on your record for the rest of your life. However, once you [.]

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Jane Sarashon

JULY 20, 2023

Barbie graduated from babysitting to being a nurse, portrayed through the outfit called “Registered Nurse” released around 1961. With her spectacles and graduate nurse’s cap, she wears a navy blue cape lined in red silk for outside calls.” Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy.

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Healthcare Law Blog

AUGUST 31, 2023

2450, which will require that on or after January 1, 2025, Illinois-licensed health care professionals complete one (1) or more continuing education hour(s) dedicated to cultural competency before renewing a license or registering to practice in the state. Summer associate not yet licensed to practice law. Pritzker approved H.B.

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Verisys

DECEMBER 13, 2023

With Verisys, you can instantly validate identities, licenses, and ensure there are no sanctions, exclusions, or debarments associated with anyone in your business network. Each month we will give a roundup of recent healthcare fraudsters and compliance busters. Secure your success by choosing Verisys.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JUNE 20, 2023

are facing an increasing healthcare crisis due to shortages in healthcare providers and facilities, especially as the nursing shortage continues throughout the country. Family members may have to take them to and from appointments or doctors may have to travel to their homes, which can become a burden on family and caretakers.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Doctors are stuck spending more time working, but less time with patients. According to Becker’s , doctors spend an average of 15.5 When a PA, Nurse, or other advanced practice professional takes on the additional role of note-taking, their workload increases and they suffer the same frustrations.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 5, 2022

how streamlined licensing and credentialing can help with the psychiatrist shortage. How can telehealth, combined with streamlined licensing and credentialing, help solve the nation's current psychiatrist shortage? An average doctor's appointment across the U.S. Telehealth, however, does so directly and immediately.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

APRIL 13, 2023

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Our firm often gets calls from nurses and other health professionals who retain us to represent them in complaints against their licenses or in professional licensing complaints and investigations. Indest III, J.D.,

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Provider Trust

JULY 26, 2022

District Attorney alleges that Pickering was hired in 2019 as a licensed physician’s assistant at a family practice in Norcross, Georgia but had not been a licensed physician’s assistant in Georgia, or any state, since March 2014. The Importance of Conducting License Verification and Monitoring. According to the U.S.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 23, 2022

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 2, 2022

million to end claims that the health insurance company denied a group of nurses overtime pay by misclassifying them as exempt employees. Indest III, J.D., is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On September 27, 2021, Humana agreed to pay $11.2 A Wisconsin federal judge approved the.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

10th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed in part, a Utah court's decision on a lawsuit for the death of a 21-year-old inmate, affirming that the jail's doctor could claim qualified immunity, but [.]. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On March 3, 2021, the U.S.

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The Health Law Firm

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Hundreds of Georgia health providers are without a professional license to practice, because a new immigration law is causing massive backups in paperwork, according to a number of sources. By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law. To read House Bill 87 in its entirety, click here.

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Health Populi

OCTOBER 1, 2021

From doctors to nurses, physician assistants and other licensed allied health human capital, our health care providers are in a world of hurt. My latest essay for Medecision’s Liberation site digs into the sobering statistics on clinical burnout across the medical professions.

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The Health Law Firm Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

By George F. Indest III, J.D., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Someone arrested for a criminal offense knows that it can lead to a criminal record that may or may not be on your record for the rest of your life. However, once you pay your fine and carry [.]

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