Texas House Bill 3749 (HB 3749), known as "Jenifer's Law," has undergone dramatic revisions since its introduction. What began as a bill that could have shuttered many IV hydration clinics has transformed into legislation...more
5/30/2025
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Cryotherapy has long been an at-home remedy for minor injuries and conditions. In recent years, the use of whole-body cryotherapy has gained popularity among athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and other individuals seeking...more
Cosmetic injections, such as Botox and dermal fillers, and weight-loss injections, such as Wegovy® and Ozempic®, are popular offerings at med spas, weight-loss clinics, and dermatology practices.
But are they considered the...more
Patient-administered nitrous oxide (N2O) delivery systems are quickly becoming a sought-after service for clinicians in various medical fields, from dentists to med spas. Nitrous oxide has effects of both analgesia (pain...more
In June 2022, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued new guidance on the use of remote communication technologies to deliver audio-only telemedicine in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability...more
9/5/2023
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Ketamine has been used as an anesthetic in medical settings for decades, but in recent years, there has been increasing interest in the use of low-dose ketamine as a treatment for PTSD, depression, and anxiety. This interest...more
EKRA stands for the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act, and it has become a prominent enforcement tool against fraud in the healthcare and medical testing industries. Although the law was developed in 2018 to help combat...more
4/27/2022
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