Hogan Lovells US LLP

Hogan Lovells US LLP houses a broad offering which acts for a diverse client base of universities, health systems, and professional associations. The team is adept at handling the full spectrum of Medicare and Medicaid billing issues, and high-profile acquisitions of health systems. Ronald Wisor heads the practice from Washington DC, and stands out due to his deep knowledge of matters involving the Stark Law. FCA litigator Jonathan Diesenhaus is a key name for investigations, qui tam cases, and mandates concerning regulatory offences. Clifford Stromberg is renowned for his knowledge of major strategic deals involving managed care organizations, and both hospitals and health systems, and antitrust and competition expert Kenneth Field draws on his prior expertise at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to handle matters arising at the intersection between healthcare and competition law. In New York, Jeffrey Schneider is recommended for his expertise in divestitures and joint ventures concerning academic medical centers and hospitals, while transactions specialist Christine Pallares regularly assists with M&A, capital-raising transactions, and strategic alliances. Miami’s Craig Smith is known for his expansive knowledge of anti-kickback issues on both a state and federal level, allegations of non-compliance with Medicare and Medicaid rules, and fee-splitting.