Navigating the intricate landscape of healthcare regulations can be daunting for any healthcare provider. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), private practitioners, and skilled nursing facilities operate under complex federal and state regulations that require diligent oversight and strategic forethought. At Smith + Malek, we offer comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by various healthcare facilities. Hiring a healthcare attorney allows you to focus on your primary mission—delivering high-quality healthcare.
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
FQHCs play a vital role in delivering healthcare services to underserved populations. Our extensive experience with FQHCs ensures that we provide targeted legal services to thrive in a complex regulatory environment. We align healthcare delivery with evolving legal and regulatory landscapes by providing continuous guidance to your board and executive team, designing compliant compensation structures, and updating policies to reflect regulatory requirements and best practices. Additionally, we ensure readiness for site visits and audits through mock audits, staff training, and documentation reviews to prevent potential breaches. Our legal advice also covers drafting and negotiating contracts, managing acquisitions, and creating or refining policies to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining compliance. Lastly, we structure competitive and compliant compensation packages to attract and retain top leadership, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
Private Practitioners/Provider Groups
Private practitioners and provider groups face unique legal challenges requiring strategic support to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. We integrate legal counsel with your strategic planning efforts, providing continuous guidance to your executive team and ensuring governance practices are compliant and strategically robust. To safeguard against costly sanctions and protect your practice’s reputation, we prepare for site visits and audits with tailored training sessions, mock audits, and documentation reviews. Our services also include assisting with drafting and negotiating employment contracts, handling mergers and acquisitions, and developing or updating policies to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Furthermore, we craft compensation strategies that motivate and retain exceptional leaders, align with practice goals, and comply with regulatory standards, providing strategic guidance in recruitment.
Skilled Nursing Facilities/Assisted Living Facilities
Operating skilled nursing and assisted living facilities involves navigating stringent regulations and distinctive operational hurdles. We develop long-term strategies to enhance operational efficiency and improve resident care, aligning recommendations with the facility’s mission and regulatory requirements. Our team assists with thorough preparation for site visits and audits, including mock audits, staff training, and documentation reviews to identify and address potential vulnerabilities. We offer comprehensive guidance on employment contracts, managing staff acquisitions, and developing robust policies tailored to the needs of elder care facilities to ensure compliance. Additionally, we design competitive and compliant compensation packages to attract and retain top executives, advising on industry trends, benchmarking compensation, and employing effective negotiation strategies.
Contact Smith + Malek
Choose Smith + Malek for your healthcare compliance needs and benefit from a legal partnership that understands the full scope of your operations, whether managing an FQHC, private practice, or skilled nursing facility. Our team is committed to your success, offering legal solutions to help you excel in providing quality care. Contact Smith + Malek today to discuss how we can support your goals and ensure compliance across all aspects of your healthcare operations.
States We’re Licensed In
- Idaho
- Utah
- Washington
- California
- Arizona
- Oregon
- Alaska
- Montana
- Wyoming