decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 1 (January)
Compliance - Stark Self-Referral Law / When in doubt, hire an attorney
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Article Overview
This short article provides a high-level introduction to health care compliance concerns tied to self-referral rules and related regulations. It is intended for physicians and other compliance-minded readers who need to understand that ownership and compensation arrangements can raise legal issues and may warrant professional review. The article emphasizes the general complexity of the regulatory environment and the value of consulting a knowledgeable health care attorney.
Why This Topic Matters
Self-referral and compensation relationships can create compliance risk for physicians and organizations. Knowing when a legal review is appropriate helps readers identify situations where specialized counsel may be needed before making changes.
What You Will Learn
- Why health care compliance rules can be difficult to navigate
- Why ownership and compensation arrangements may require legal review
- Why physicians may need specialized health care legal advice when evaluating referral-related issues
- The general role of compliance awareness in avoiding regulatory problems
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice administrators
- Compliance staff
- Health care managers
- Medical billing and coding professionals
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