iCheck out the latest episode on the Stark Integrity podcast hosted by Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Nashville partner Bob Wade, featuring professionals in the healthcare industry.
History of Fair Market Value and Wade's Personal Impact on FMV Standard
Let’s take a ride through history regarding Fair Market Value (FMV). In this episode, Wade dives into the key points along the FMV timeline. Hear why it really started in 1991, it’s been guided by key cases and settlements, the definition has continued to be refined up through today, the most important regulations over time, and what the year 1965 has to do with FMV.
Academic Medical Centers Exception: What Is It and How Can It Be Used?
The Stark Law has its own exception related to Academic Medical Centers. In this episode, Wade explores its application and alternatives. Hear the definition of Academic Medical Centers, where there’s some leeway, why you might not need to meet the exception, direct vs. indirect compensation arrangements, and how research grants impact things.
Operational Challenges in Physician Financial Arrangements: Who Is Driving the Bus?
It’s very important to monitor provider financial arrangements. In this episode, Wade dives into the operational challenges that arise. Hear why the biggest source of compliance issues is through the operation of that contract, you can trust but verify, the importance of knowing who your bus drivers are, some examples of the wheels falling off, and an Urban Dictionary shoutout.
