The DMHC issued its final guidance on the No Surprises Act, confirming that the Knox-Keene Act constitutes a “specified state law” under the Act. The out-of-network reimbursement requirements for emergency services and the...more
A Texas federal court granted the first win for providers in a long-running fight against the provider-payor dispute process implemented in favor of payors under the No Surprises Act. Under the rules, if the providers or...more
As the use of telehealth continues to increase, providers need to be mindful of the liability laws in the jurisdictions that they operate in. Similar to in-person medical practices, telehealth services carry liability and...more
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of states have temporarily waived or modified licensure requirements, allowing licensed practitioners from other states to provide in-person or telehealth services without...more
Until recently, hospital-based medical groups frequently complied with a hospital’s request to remove a physician without any restrictions. In light of a recent California Appellate Court decision, however, hospitals and...more
7/12/2019
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Sutter Health
Until recently, hospital-based medical groups frequently complied with a hospital’s request to remove a physician without any restrictions. In light of a recent California Appellate Court decision, however, hospitals and...more
4/18/2019
/ Appeals ,
Business & Professions Code ,
Contract Terms ,
Damages ,
Hospitals ,
Notice Requirements ,
Peer Review ,
Physicians ,
Public Health ,
Quality of Care Standards ,
Work Suspensions