EKRA Enforcement Developments and Moving Forward Recovery Homes, Clinical Treatment Facilities, and Laboratories must continue to be mindful of the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act of 2018 (“EKRA”), an all-payor statute enacted in 2018 prohibiting kickbacks related to remuneration for referrals to these entities. EKRA’s passage generated uncertainty surrounding its applicability and enforcement, particularly regarding…

Navigating COVID-19 Contracting, the Stark Waivers and Why Providers Need to Act Now Alyssa James and Joe Wolfe chat about the latest guidance on the Stark Law waivers and why timing and documentation are critical for health care organizations that intend to rely on the waivers. Podcast Participants Alyssa James Attorney, Hall Render Joe Wolfe…

Accelerated Payments and the $100 Billion Health Care Relief Fund: Financial Strategies for Providers and Suppliers The massive $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) signed into law March 27, 2020 includes $100 billion in reimbursement for hospitals and other health care entities to help cover COVID-19-related expenses and lost revenue….

Hall Render Talks COVID-19: Stark, AKS, CMP Gregg Wallander, Joe Wolfe, and Alyssa James chat about the latest on the Stark Law waivers as well as Anti-Kickback Statute and Civil Monetary Penalties Statute implications on physician and patient relationships in light of COVID-19. Podcast Participants Gregg Wallander President/CEO with Hall Render Joe Wolfe Attorney with Hall Render Alyssa…