The Government Takes Fraud and Abuse Seriously. So Do We.
Violation of government regulations regarding fraud and abuse by health care providers often lead to civil and criminal penalties. For more than two decades, Kerr & Hendershot has been representing the needs of health care providers and professionals in establishing their transactions in compliance with regulations unique to the health care industry, such as fraud and abuse, licensure, Stark and practice development.
Attorneys at our firm have experience in areas relating to health care legal services in Texas. We have the professional resources on staff to handle the most complex legal matters and have leading independent experts available to help us clarify the issues and present the clearest case possible to address your unique issues. From our offices in Houston, our lawyers represent corporate clients and individuals in communities throughout the United States. Contact us to arrange a consultation with a lawyer on our health care team today.
What Is the Fraud and Abuse Regulation?
With increasing risks associated with fraud and abuse caused by the corrupting influence on money on some health care decisions, the federal government enacted an anti-kickback law to curtail this influence. This law makes it illegal for a person to knowingly and willfully receive or pay anything of value to influence referrals of federal health care program business. Violations of this law can lead to both criminal and civil penalties.
At Kerr & Hendershot, we assist health care providers and professionals in setting up procedures and transactions that comply with fraud and abuse regulations. We help identify and define remunerations and referrals, so to help you understand your responsibilities under the law.
What Are the Safe Harbors?
The act lists numerous safe harbors that exempt certain transactions from criminal and civil prosecution. It is important to note that these safe harbors are not exhaustive, but should be used as guidance when establishing transactions that comply with fraud and abuse regulations.
Contact us to schedule an opportunity to learn more about compliance with fraud and abuse issues. We have convenient offices in Houston and Corpus Christi, Texas, to serve you better. We are available at our Corpus Christi office only by appointment.
