AHCA Exemptions in Florida: Key Issues for Healthcare Providers
Navigating Florida’s healthcare licensure requirements can be complex, especially for providers seeking clarity on exemptions under the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). If you’re a physician or healthcare provider operating in Florida, understanding the nuances of these requirements is critical to ensure compliance and avoid regulatory pitfalls. Below, we’ll break down the details regarding health care clinic licensure, AHCA exemptions, and other relevant permits to guide you in making informed decisions. What Defines a Health Care Clinic in Florida? Under Florida law, any clinic that submits claims for reimbursement to an insurance provider is considered a “clinic” and,...
A Critical Deficit
Flawed thinking can lead us into a lifetime of pointless arguments and bad decisions. Fixing the problem won't be easy — but we know how to do it. This essay accompanies a separate interview with Frederic Bertley, in which he discusses his strategies for science communication with OpenMind co-editor Corey S. Powell. Life in 21st-century America is not for the faint of heart. Nor is it for the faint of mind. Every day seems to pile fresh burdens on us. We have to process a tsunami of unfamiliar and frequently contradictory information, and then make the best decisions for ourselves, our families, our jobs, our communities, our nation, and our planet. Today’s challenges confront us in many...
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Bringing the hospital into the home
A movement to provide hospital-level care for sick patients in their own beds, in the comfort of familiar surroundings, is growing in the United States — a trend already embraced in some other countries A while back, Robert Diegelmann completed a 10-day hospital visit — in the comfort of his home. The 81-year-old was being treated for a recurring infection at VCU Medical Center’s brick-and-mortar hospital in Richmond, Virginia, when his doctor suggested he finish his hospital stay at his home in Midlothian, some 15 miles away. The medical center arranged his transportation home and supplied meals. Nurses visited twice a day, and twice a day by video, too. A courier delivered daily...
A Guide to the IV Hydration Business
Starting an IV Hydration Business: Overlooked Items That Can Sink Your Ship As an attorney specializing in healthcare law, I often see entrepreneurs excited to launch IV hydration businesses. While the demand is high, many overlook critical aspects that can lead to costly legal battles and even business failure. Here are some often-overlooked items. Scope of Practice Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Limitations - If you plan to utilize NPs or PAs, understand the limitations of their scope of practice in your state. Can they independently order and administer medications? What supervision requirements exist? Medical Director Overreach - While a Medical Director is essential, avoid...