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Are you facing the loss of a medical license due to a federal investigation? Federal prosecutors could take everything away resulting in losing your medical license. Lowther | Walker’s medical license defense attorneys have proven experience in the courts and administrative hearings defending medical providers and safeguarding their licenses.
Call Lowther | Walker at (404) 806-7997 for proven experience defending medical professionals
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Investigation terminated; no prosecution. DOJ notified our client, the CEO of a major hospital network, that he was the target of a multi-million-dollar healthcare fraud investigation related to “Medicare upcoding” that the FBI and HHS-OIG […]
The FBI and the HHS-OIG investigated our client for Health Care Fraud based on the client’s submitting over $7 million in alleged false claims to Medicare. The Government indicted our client on Conspiracy to commit […]
HHS-OIG investigated our client for Healthcare Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft based on the client’s allegedly participating in a “telemedicine” kickback scheme that defrauded Medicare of approximately $30 million in reimbursements for not-medically-necessary durable medical […]
A private insurance company discovered that our client, a dentist, fraudulently billed it, various other insurance companies, and federal health care benefit programs for approximately $400,000 of services that our client did not provide. We […]
The Department of Justice’s Criminal Division, Fraud Section charged our client and nine other individuals in a $1.4 Billion health care fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering conspiracy (the largest health care fraud case that […]
Investigation terminated; no prosecution. DOJ notified our client, the CEO of a major hospital network, that he was the target of a multi-million-dollar healthcare fraud investigation related to “Medicare upcoding” that the FBI and HHS-OIG […]
The FBI and the HHS-OIG investigated our client for Health Care Fraud based on the client’s submitting over $7 million in alleged false claims to Medicare. The Government indicted our client on Conspiracy to commit […]
HHS-OIG investigated our client for Healthcare Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft based on the client’s allegedly participating in a “telemedicine” kickback scheme that defrauded Medicare of approximately $30 million in reimbursements for not-medically-necessary durable medical […]
A private insurance company discovered that our client, a dentist, fraudulently billed it, various other insurance companies, and federal health care benefit programs for approximately $400,000 of services that our client did not provide. We […]
The Department of Justice’s Criminal Division, Fraud Section charged our client and nine other individuals in a $1.4 Billion health care fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering conspiracy (the largest health care fraud case that […]
Healthcare providers are required to adhere to the standards established by state board regulations and the Medical Practice Act. When medical professionals fall short of these standards, it is crucial to seek the assistance of an experienced medical license defense attorney.
At Lowther | Walker, our medical license defense attorneys understand the stakes of criminal cases against medical professionals. We have proven experience directly challenging the charges brought by federal agencies against medical providers, including:
Lowther | Walker represents respected medical professionals often viewed as the pillars of our community. Our role extends beyond defending against criminal penalties. The ultimate goal is to safeguard our clients’ reputations and ensure their medical licenses remain active and their careers uninterrupted.
Our lawyers defend medical practitioners in the following scenarios:
Healthcare fraud charges can lead to heavy fines and up to five years in prison upon conviction. We aggressively defend medical professionals facing healthcare fraud charges relating to crimes such as phantom billing, unbundling, upcoding, and all charges under the False Claims Act.
The medical industry upholds strict compliance regulations and charges related to positive drug tests, DUIs, failure to complete the required CME hours, and personal boundary violations. We carefully evaluate the allegations against you and represent you during forthcoming administrative hearings.
Claims of misdiagnosis and negligence may lead to a license suspension for breach of the regulator’s standard of care. Our lawyers can take control of the investigation and identify flaws in the regulatory review process, helping protect your professional reputation.
Criminal charges outside of the scope of your medical work and the medical industry can also impact your license status. For example, a doctor can lose their DEA registration and their ability to prescribe controlled substances if a DEA investigation finds there is “imminent danger to the public,” they issue an immediate suspension order. You have the right to appeal the DEA’s findings and work with a criminal defense lawyer.
Lowther | Walker works with DEA registrants to help them reinstate their registration in the federal courts.
One growing area of enforcement within the healthcare industry is drug diversion. As proven lawyers with decades of experience defending healthcare industry professionals in drug cases, Lowther | Walker can protect your career, your reputation, and your income for the long term.
Call upon our drug diversion defense team for charges related to:
Medical professionals may face the suspension of their license to practice before criminal charges are heard in the federal court. Doctors have the right to appeal a license suspension and have a healthcare defense lawyer present during administrative hearings. Our attorneys can negotiate settlements with the licensing authorities to mitigate license revocation.
Filing for a reinstatement of a medical license after a revocation requires a three-year waiting period and the filing of a petition for reinstatement.
After serving a penalty, your license may be reinstated by licensing regulators. The potential for reinstatement depends on the severity of the crime and the penalty chosen by regulators.
Lowther | Walker will work with you to analyze your case and help you file for reinstatement of your medical license. We work with healthcare professionals across the country and can help you complete licensing documents and represent you in front of the licensing board.
Lowther | Walker sets the highest standards for supporting healthcare providers in their license defense cases. Our success defending healthcare professionals in landmark cases and our team’s knowledge of healthcare laws place our firm at the forefront for providers seeking urgent legal counsel.
If you are worried about your medical license being suspended or revoked, contact our office today at 1-404-806-7997 for your free, no-obligation consultation to review your licensing options.
Safeguard your medical career and secure your future with Lowther | Walker.
Fight back against federal charges that threaten to take your license.
Call Lowther | Walker at (404) 496-4052 to speak with an experienced healthcare defense lawyer.
No-obligation. Fully confidential.
Call Us Today: (404) 496-4052
Call the lawyers at Lowther | Walker for guidance on reporting your previous conviction. A healthcare defense lawyer may be able to help reduce the penalty you face upon filing a report.
Medical license disciplinary actions can stem from various issues, including medical malpractice, substance abuse, criminal convictions, patient abuse, fraudulent billing, violations of the standard of care, and professional misconduct.
An effective defense strategy involves thoroughly investigating the allegations, gathering comprehensive medical records, securing expert witness testimony, demonstrating the physician’s standard of care was appropriate, and highlighting any mitigating circumstances. Your lawyer will challenge the credibility of evidence, and negotiate potential alternative resolutions like rehabilitation programs or consent agreements.
Consequences range from public reprimands and probation to license suspension or complete revocation. Additional potential outcomes include mandatory continuing education, practice restrictions, required monitoring, mandatory substance abuse treatment, significant financial penalties, and mandatory reporting to the National Practitioner Data Bank.
Documentation is crucial. Comprehensive, accurate medical records can provide essential evidence demonstrating proper patient care, clinical decision-making, adherence to medical standards, and informed consent. Meticulous documentation can help you secure a successful defense and prevent disciplinary action.
Physicians are entitled to due process protections, including the right to be informed of specific allegations, the opportunity to respond to charges, the right to legal representation, the ability to present evidence, cross-examine witnesses, receive a fair hearing, and appeal adverse decisions through administrative and judicial review processes.
Proactive strategies include conducting regular healthcare audits, implementing robust documentation practices, maintaining comprehensive continuing medical education developing risk management protocols, and seeking legal consultation before potential issues escalate.
Expert witnesses are crucial in providing professional medical opinions and evaluating the standard of care. Witnesses can also explain complex medical procedures and decisions, offering context for alleged misconduct, and helping adjudicators understand nuanced medical situations that might not be immediately apparent to non-medical professionals.
Common mistakes include inadequate documentation, failing to seek legal representation promptly, and speaking without legal counsel present. Medical professionals can also face legal issues when attempting to conceal information, becoming confrontational, not taking allegations seriously, and failing to demonstrate professional accountability.
Effective collaboration involves complete transparency, comprehensive documentation, and open communication. Follow all legal advice and avoid discussions about the case with third parties. Your role will be as an active participant in defense strategy development.
