DME License in Florida The durable medical equipment (DME) business represents a substantial and growing global market, supported in part by an aging population and increasing demand for long-term and home-based care. Florida also has a large potential customer base for home medical equipment, with more than one-fifth of the state’s population age 65 or…
Healthcare law is a legal practice area involving the medical field. This includes licensing and regulations for physicians, healthcare workers, private medical practices, and other businesses operating in this sector. There are several important forms and resources for healthcare providers licensed in the State of Florida. This page provides information, links, and PDF examples for…
Centuries ago, a doctor or dentist would graduate from medical school and start a practice. In small towns and large cities, medical professionals would “hang out a shingle” and display their credentials inside the office. Folks would often travel from nearby towns to receive medical care, especially in newly developed parts of the country. Doctors…
ACHA Background Screening The AHCA conducts background screenings. This is part of its duty to license and regulate healthcare facilities. They conduct a Level 2 criminal history check. This represents a standard part of the employment process for all healthcare providers. As experienced healthcare attorneys, we’re highly familiar with the process of a ACHA background…
Healthcare Audits in Florida The healthcare industry uses numerous types of audits to assess, evaluate and improve patient care. Medical professionals measure current practices against established standards on a regular basis. In addition to internal audits that observe care quality, other internal audits are performed in most medical practices. Medical staff must perform internal audits…