Regulatory Bill Analysis

Every year brings a wave of changes for healthcare providers from the legislative, administrative and judicial branches of both the state and federal governments.  Healthcare providers must stay informed of potential administrative and legislative changes so that they can provide timely input. We have provided advocacy support to our clients, including drafting comment letters, preparing testimony, serving as technical expertise to legislative members and staff, analyzing budget proposals, and advice as to operational changes in anticipation of policy changes.

Athene Law’s team stays on top of the most recent changes and provide important updates and advice on strategy for your organization to continue its success.  We have extensive experience informing policy across hospital regulation, charity care, scope of practice, Medicare, Medicaid, private payer reimbursement, and more.

Capabilities

Clients in the healthcare industry, including physicians and groups, facilities, for-profit and non-profit entities, hospitals, and hospital systems need guidance and representation for a variety of needs.

Athene Law’s diverse experience within the healthcare industry has prepared the team to represent practices and professionals in a highly-regulated environment.

Regulatory bill analysis capabilities include:

• Hospital regulation, including charity and discount policies
• Medicare
• Medicaid, including financing programs
• Staffing ratios
• Scope of practice
• Malpractice liability reform, i.e. MICRA
• California budget proposals, including funding for Medi-Cal
• PACE regulation and funding
• Community clinic reimbursement
• Medi-Cal coverage and funding for adult day health center services