In the delicate balance between compassion and compliance, hospice and homecare providers walk a tightrope. Morgan Lewis stands as a steadfast partner, offering nuanced counsel shaped by years of dedicated service to this sector. Our lawyers guide hospice and homecare providers through changing regulatory environments while also supporting innovation.
Roadmaps for Care Providers
Our team believes in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to evolving regulations. We advise on:
- Compliance with changing state, federal, and global regulations
- Medicare and Medicaid audit responses and appeals
- Preparing clients for surveys and helping to craft effective responses
Structuring Success
We help clients facilitate growth in the post-acute care space through:
- Structuring mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
- Negotiating commercial transactions and affiliations
- Developing innovative payment models for home health and hospice care
Data Protection in the Age of mHealth
As healthcare becomes increasingly digital, we assist clients in remaining compliant and secure by providing counsel on:
- HIPAA compliance and cybersecurity measures
- Implementation of telemedicine and mobile health solutions
- Tracking technologies and AI in healthcare
Defending Healthcare
Our lawyers represent clients across all types of dispute resolution and state and federal court litigation claims. We are sought out for:
- Defending against government investigations
- Resolving disputes with payors and managed care organizations
- Advocating for clients in regulatory proceedings
Vital Signs
We keep our finger on the pulse of key trends shaping the industry through:
- Analyzing the impact of expanding regulatory oversight
- Monitoring legislative changes affecting minimum wage and patient discharge obligations
- Advising on the diversification of the payor mix, including managed care opportunities
Strategies for Quality Care
We support clients in addressing critical staffing challenges by advising on:
- HR management and employment counsel
- Caregiver recruitment and retention strategies
- Competitive compensation and career development programs