Megan, a self-proclaimed Stark Law nerd, makes complex healthcare issues easily understood for clients.
Megan works closely with clients, including large health systems, adult and pediatric hospitals, physician practices and wellness companies, to address complicated situations that arise under the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act and state laws.
To assist clients with compliance, Megan proactively structures hospital-physician arrangements involving employment, professional and administrative services, physician recruitment, and space and equipment usage. When reactive situations arise, she assesses potential violations and recommends next steps. When necessary, Megan steers clients through the complicated financial analysis and legal process of self-disclosure to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Office of Inspector General.
Megan also has extensive experience in interpreting Medicare and various state Medicaid coverage and reimbursement provisions. Healthcare clients often seek Megan’s advice on Medicare and Medicaid payment and billing practices.
In addition, Megan assists in hospital regulatory compliance investigations and works alongside clients to develop effective measures to alleviate future violations. She also provides guidance on general contract interpretation issues and disputes.