The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued a proposed rule that revises the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and other Medicare payment policies for telehealth services.

Over the past decade, stakeholders in the health care industry have voiced their support for telehealth services, explaining how modern communication technology can promote care coordination, ensure

Due to a recent Supreme Court decision, internet sellers may now be required to collect and remit sales taxes in states in which they have no physical presence.

In the landmark case of South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc., decided on June 21, the Court overturned its prior decisions that had provided that an out-of-state seller

The Department of Health issued guidance in May 2018, about a law, which took effect on April 1, 2018, that places a two-year moratorium on the processing and approval of applications for Licensed Home Care Services Agencies (LHCSAs). The moratorium applies to applications that have not yet been submitted as well as to those that

The utilization of telehealth services has increased significantly over the last decade. The advent of new technologies and the development of far reaching and readily available wireless and cellular networks have made instantaneous communication with medical professionals possible. Considering the demand for healthcare in remote locations, the growth of the geriatric population, and the need

Marc Ullman published an article in Natural Products Insider entitled, “‘Made in the USA’ Claims: Handle With Care.” The article focuses on how the Federal Trade Commission has increased its enforcement of its “Made in the USA” standards, which states “all or virtually all” of a product must be made/produced in the United States.

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The utilization of telehealth has flourished over the last decade as innovative technologies and new Medicare regulations have fueled telehealth’s growth. Between 2001 and 2015, Medicare telehealth spending increased by nearly 300% as a result of this boom. However, as the utilization of telehealth services has surged, so have the compliance issues associated with these

Cybersecurity breaches have become commonplace. In 2017, the global economy incurred an estimated loss of over $450 billion for cyber-related crimes and security breaches. It is no longer a question of whether a business will fall victim to a security breach or malware attack, but only a question of when.  A cybersecurity event can have

Steven Shapiro and Marc Ullman co-wrote an article published in the May 2018 issue of Vitamin Retailer, the dietary supplement industry’s leading magazine.

The article focuses on the popular new dietary supplement, Kratom, its potentially hazardous effects and how the FDA is actively monitoring it.

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A recent report issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (OIG), estimates that 61% of claims submitted to Medicare for outpatient physical therapy (PT) services failed to comply with Medicare requirements. The OIG report serves as a reminder to PT providers about the importance of accurate billing and

A recent settlement between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Civil Rights (the Department) and Filefax, Inc. serves as a stark reminder for covered entities and business associates that their obligation to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) does not end simply because they close their business