Although we aggressively represent our clients in litigation in courtrooms and administrative hearing offices, it has always been a core value for the firm to help our clients avoid litigation by assisting them in understanding their legal and administrative responsibilities. Thus, Ms. Pearson and Mr. Bernard regularly make educational presentations sponsored by the firm, for national and state trade associations, in conjunction with privately owned consulting organizations or privately retained by clients. Among their recent topics:
- Compliance Plans
- Accountable Care Organizations
- Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act
- 36 Month Rule
- Revalidation
- Marketing
- Hitech
- Stark/Anti-Kickback
- Claims Appeals and the ALJ Process
- Wage and Hour Investigations
- ZPICS, RACS and Medical Review
- Employment Practices
- Civil and Criminal Investigations
- Private Duty Issues