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Healthcare Provider Audits: Avoid Recoupments and Preserve Your Bottom Line
In this seminar, we provide an overview of government and private commercial payer audit processes and explain proactive measures to take before an audit. We discuss in detail best practices in receiving and responding to audit requests. We discuss potential adverse outcomes and steps to take in response. We also cover common issues that arise and tips for healthcare providers to protect themselves against auditor overreach and preserve their bottom line.

Tuesday, November 14th @ 1 PM ET
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Dealing with Disruptive Physicians and Other Employment Issues
In this seminar, we provide guidelines for healthcare organizations to manage disruptive and unprofessional physician conduct. We explore the prerequisites for coverage under the Health Care Quality Improvement Act (HCQIA) and the HCQIA's interpretation of professional review actions, disruptive or unprofessional behavior, reporting obligations, and qualifications for legal immunity. Attendees will learn the role of medical staff and bylaws, a peer review committee, and the requisite committee procedures.

Tuesday, September 26th @ 3 PM ET
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Physicians and Healthcare Workers Employment Agreements
In this seminar, we explain physician employment agreements, including their structure and terminology, compensation and benefits, compliance with laws and regulations, and types of insurance. We discuss negotiation considerations and the importance of understanding the contract terms. We also address the various methods of compensation, additional benefits, and compliance with regulations such as the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act. Attendees will learn about the two primary types of insurance: claims-made and occurrence-based.

Tuesday, August 29th @ 3 PM ET
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Payers and Reimbursement
In this seminar, we delve into the intricate landscape of payment and delivery systems within the healthcare industry, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between fee-for-service (FFS) and managed care models. We provide a comprehensive exploration of the diverse range of payors for healthcare services, encompassing both public and private sectors. Public payors such as Medicare, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), TRICARE, the Indian Health Service, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program are examined alongside private payors represented by commercial health plans catering to both individual and employer-based coverage. Attendees will gain insight into the multifaceted landscape of healthcare financing, empowering them to navigate the complexities of the industry with confidence and astuteness.

Tuesday, June 27th @ 1 PM ET
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Managed Care Contracting
In this seminar, we present an in-depth overview of managed care contract negotiations for providers, including key provisions and the impact of COVID-19. Attendees will learn about the different provisions typically found in a managed care contract, including those mandated by CMS regulations, innovative terms, and unique training requirements. The seminar emphasizes the importance of coordination with other departments, compliance, and risk management, and discuss the impact of Federal and State Laws on managed care contracting.

Thursday, May 25th @ 1 PM ET
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Medicare and Medicaid Appeals
In this seminar, we present an overview of the Medicare and Medicaid appeals process, which enables beneficiaries and providers to challenge healthcare-related decisions made by Medicare or Medicaid.  The appeals process involves multiple levels of review and can be complicated, requiring legal assistance and adherence to strict deadlines.  Attendees will learn about the different stages of the appeals process and how to navigate it successfully to obtain recourse and resolution in case of disputes or disagreements with Medicare or Medicaid decisions.

Tuesday, May 2nd @ 1 PM ET
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Physicians and Healthcare Workers Employment Agreements
In this seminar, we explain physician employment agreements, including their structure and terminology, compensation and benefits, compliance with laws and regulations, and types of insurance.  We discuss negotiation considerations and the importance of understanding the contract terms.  We also address the various methods of compensation, additional benefits, and compliance with regulations such as the Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act.  Attendees will learn about the two primary types of insurance: claims-made and occurrence-based.

Wednesday, April 26th @ 3 PM ET
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Marijuana Business Law in Florida
National Business Institute - Program #86238

The legalization of marijuana for medical use has created multiple business opportunities, but it has also created many questions and uncertainties for health care professionals and their advisors, particularly due to the position of the federal government. Learn about obtaining a medical marijuana business license, regulatory, operational, and marketing restrictions, and the legal issues that advisors and medical professionals should be aware of before venturing into this field.

Tuesday, August 11th
@ 10:55 AM ET -- Marijuana Businesses Law in Florida
@ 12:45 PM ET -- Obtaining a Florida Cannabis Business License

Get more info about this program from the National Business Institute.
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The Legal and Financial Impact of COVID-19; Recovery Strategies and Credit Facility Workouts for Healthcare Practitioners
Financial recovery will require careful planning and strategy for medical practice owners and healthcare providers.  Health practitioners are in a unique situation where the value of their business is tied closely to personal services and bankruptcy options are unpalatable due to potential license and credential concerns.

Wednesday, June 17th @ 10 AM ET
Get more info about this LIVE audio webcast (CLE 3983) from The Florida Bar Health Law Section.
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COVID-19’s Impact on Contractual Obligations with Practical Pointers for Businesses
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause havoc, including impacting the inability of parties to perform contractual obligations. In this seminar, we explore some of the legal defenses and practical considerations for parties seeking to enforce, or defend against enforcement of contractual obligations during a pandemic. The discussion includes the legal defenses of force majeure clauses, the doctrine of impossibility of performance, and the doctrine of frustration of purpose.

Thursday, May 21st @ 12 Noon ET
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