Healthcare Data Security: Do’s and Don’ts
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Michael
1w ago
Healthcare providers and other stakeholders have moral, ethical, and legal obligations to safeguard patient privacy and ensure data security. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) establishes national standards aimed at preventing the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive patient health information. HIPAA compliance prohibits healthcare data from going public without the patient’s knowledge or consent. Similar to the concerns surrounding data privacy on social media platforms such as Facebook, healthcare data must be handled with the highest standards of care ..read more
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Handling Healthcare Business Disputes
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Michael
1w ago
You may not immediately think of a healthcare entity as a business because of its caregiving nature, but it definitely operates within a complex business framework. Healthcare providers face financial challenges, navigate regulatory compliance (also known as HIPAA), and address operational considerations – such as medical staff bylaws – just like any other business.  At Fenton Law Group, we offer top-tier legal advice to assist you with handling healthcare business disputes. If your firm finds itself entangled in a challenging situation involving a physician, patient, hospital, or any ot ..read more
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Benjamin Fenton Speaks to Courthouse News About Kaiser Permanente’s Reaction to Unprecedented Damages Awarded in Retaliation Suit
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by Michael
1w ago
Benjamin Fenton was recently quoted in the Courthouse News article, “Kaiser aims for mediation to avoid nurse’s $41.5 million retaliation award” which examines how the healthcare giant is responding to nurse Maria Gatchalian being awarded a massive sum in a retaliation case. Ms. Gatchalian sued Kaiser Permanente on the basis that she was wrongfully terminated for speaking up about problems within the hospital after her supervisors advised her not to.  “There must have been some pretty egregious evidence to support the retaliation claim,” Benjamin shares in regards to the jury’s decision ..read more
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Understanding Medicare Recovery Audits and Steps to Prevent Them
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Michael
1w ago
  Medicare recovery audits target healthcare providers, facilities, and organizations that submit reimbursement claims under the Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) program. In other words, as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) stated, “If you bill FFS programs, your claim will be subject to review by the Recovery Auditors.” You might have read our post on Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) Audits, but there’s more updated information to share on the Medicare Recovery Audit program, including how to prevent your practice from receiving audits.  What Are Medicare Recovery A ..read more
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7 Fenton Jurkowitz Law Group Attorneys Named To 2024 Southern California “Super Lawyers” List
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Seth
1w ago
Fenton Jurkowitz Law Group is pleased to announce that seven attorneys were selected for inclusion in the 2024 Southern California “Super Lawyers” list by Thomson Reuters. The following attorneys have been recognized as “Super Lawyers” for their expertise in these practice areas: Henry Fenton – Health Care, Administrative Law, General Litigation Ben Fenton – Health Care, Administrative Law Nick Jurkowitz – Health Care, Administrative Law, Civil Litigation Beth Kase – Health Care, Administrative Law Alan Sedley – Health Care Dennis Lee – Appellate, Health Care Herbert Weinberg – Health Care ..read more
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Selling Your Healthcare Practice 101
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Seth
1w ago
If you have reached the pivotal decision to sell your healthcare practice — be it for retirement, strategic business expansion, or any other purpose — there are detailed steps you can take to ensure a seamless and successful sale. At Fenton Jurkowitz Law Group, we offer top-tier legal advice as you sell your practice and complete the transaction successfully. That said, you can find an outline of the basics below in our Selling Your Healthcare Practice 101 guide. The more familiar you become with the process, the easier it will be to carry out the sale smoothly. Here is a list of initial step ..read more
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DEA Audit Insights for Pharmacies and Healthcare Providers
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Seth
1w ago
An understanding of the intricacies of DEA audits in the pharmacy sector is a critical aspect of healthcare compliance. DEA audit pharmacy evaluations are much more than routine checks. Audits are foundational to ensuring that pharmacies adhere to the rigorous standards set by the Controlled Substances Act. From scrutinizing record-keeping to evaluating the storage and dispensing of controlled substances, these audits play a pivotal role in maintaining legal and ethical standards in the pharmaceutical industry. At the heart of DEA compliance lies an understanding of DEA audit requirements. Fo ..read more
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HIPAA Compliance in Long Term Care Facilities
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Seth
1w ago
In the digital era, safeguarding patient information has become paramount in healthcare, especially in long term care facilities. These facilities, distinct from typical healthcare environments, face unique challenges when it comes to HIPAA compliance. HIPAA is intended to protect sensitive patient health information. It is crucial, not just for safeguarding medical data but for maintaining the delicate balance of personal and professional relationships that develop over time. Residents often stay for extended periods, and the bonds that develop bring an added layer of complexity to maintaini ..read more
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Benjamin Fenton Discusses the ‘Take Care of Maya’ Trial With Herald Tribune
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Seth
1w ago
Benjamin Fenton was recently quoted in Sarasota Herald-Tribune‘s article entitled “As ‘Take Care of Maya’ trial nears conclusion, attorneys weigh in on complicated trial,” which examined the complex ‘Take Care of Maya’ trial, named for its Netflix documentary. Maya Kowalski was admitted to the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in 2016, and upon displaying inconsistencies in symptoms and behaviors was court-separated from her family while they were investigated for potential child abuse. This overwhelming and disheartening process led her mother Beata Kowalski to take her own life. The ..read more
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Acquiring Healthcare Practices 101
Healthcare Attorney, Medical & HIPAA Lawyer in California | Fenton Law Group
by Michael
1M ago
Acquiring a healthcare practice can be a strategic step toward business success for various entities such as hospitals, private equity firms, and health insurance companies. These acquisitions could contribute to expanding your services, reducing costs, boosting market share, accessing new geographic locations, targeting diverse patient populations, and more. If you have read our previous post on Selling Your Healthcare Practice 101, you might also be curious about the steps involved in buying one. At Fenton Law Group, we offer top-tier legal advice to guide you through the intricacies of the ..read more
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