Terms of Use and Privacy Policies: Protecting Your Healthcare Practice
Roetzel HealthLaw HotSpot
On this episode of #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler welcomes Roetzel shareholder Scott Brown for an insightful discussion about protecting your healthcare practice online. They explore why clear, customized Terms of Use and Privacy Policies are essential for any healthcare website or app, and how these documents work together to safeguard your practice and your users. Episode highlights include how Terms of Use set rules and limit liability, why Privacy Policies matter and need to be tailored, the risks of using generic templates, and how Privacy Policies differ from HIPAA agreements....
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TCPA Compliance in Healthcare: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
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In this episode of Health Law Hotspot, host Ericka Adler is joined by Roetzel shareholder Marc Kallish to unpack the hidden legal risks healthcare professionals face under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). They explore how common communication methods like texts, emails, and calls can trigger costly violations, even when used with good intentions. The episode covers what the TCPA is and how it applies to healthcare communications, the importance of patient consent and opt-out mechanisms, what qualifies as a “healthcare exemption” under the law, real-world examples of class...
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What’s in Your Operating Agreement? Legal Tips for Healthcare Providers
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This week on the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler welcomes Roetzel shareholder Jonna Eimer to discuss the essential role of operating agreements in healthcare practices. Whether you're starting a new practice or reviewing existing documents, this episode offers practical guidance on how to structure agreements that protect your business, clarify ownership and decision-making, and help avoid costly disputes. This episode covers what an operating agreement is—and why every healthcare practice needs one, how to handle ownership, voting rights, and profit distribution, and what...
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Concierge Medicine: New Regulations and Payor Changes Impacting Hybrid Practices
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In this episode of the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler and Roetzel healthcare shareholder Christina Kuta break down the latest legal developments affecting hybrid concierge medical practices—those that accept insurance or Medicare while also charging patients a membership or access fee. Topics covered include new Medicare billing codes that could impact how and if practices can charge patients for certain services, why charging cash for certain services might now violate Medicare rules, how commercial insurers are cracking down on access fees and concierge perks, real-world examples of...
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Patient Extortion: The Trend of Threatening Physicians for Personal Gain
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In this new episode of the #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by Roetzel litigation shareholder Michael Scotti to explore a growing and deeply concerning issue in healthcare: patients using threats, such as negative online reviews, malpractice claims, or regulatory complaints, as leverage to demand refunds or free services. Together, they unpack the legal and ethical complexities of responding to extortion attempts involving online platforms like Google and Facebook, understanding the difference between defamation and disparagement and how to respond to both. They also discuss...
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Money, Mindset & Medicine: Financial Planning for Healthcare Professionals
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In the latest episode of the HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler sits down with Treasa Moran, Financial Advisor at Anchor Point Wealth Advisors, to discuss the unique financial challenges and opportunities facing healthcare professionals. From managing student debt and planning for retirement, to understanding the emotional side of money, this episode is packed with insights for physicians, dentists, and other providers at every stage of their careers. Highlights include how emotions influence financial decisions, building your personal financial advisory team, strategies for...
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ADA Compliance for Medical and Dental Practices: Responding to Inquiries and Investigations
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Join us on the #HealthLawHotSpot as host Ericka Adler and Michael Brohman, shareholder and member of Roetzel’s Employment Litigation Group, discuss ADA compliance for medical and dental practices. In this episode, you'll learn about how to handle investigations and action letters from counsel and government agencies related to ADA compliance, and how to properly respond to “form lawyer letters” that question your practice’s ADA compliance. This podcast will also talk about how to make sure your space meets ADA requirements and address common ADA complaints made against practices....
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Exit Strategies for Healthcare Employment Agreements
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Join host Ericka Adler on the latest episode of the #HealthLawHotspot as she provides essential insights on how physicians and dentists can navigate the termination of their employment agreements. In this episode, Ericka covers the importance of thoroughly reviewing your contract before making any decisions, steps to take if you believe your employer has breached the contract, understanding the consequences of termination, including noncompete clauses and malpractice insurance, and planning your exit strategy to avoid any financial surprises. Tune in now to stay informed and ensure a smooth...
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New Licensing Laws for Behavior Analysts in Illinois: How Will It Impact Your Practice?
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Join host Ericka Adler and Roetzel shareholder Christina Kuta on the #HealthLawHotSpot for an in-depth analysis of recent changes in Illinois law pertaining to the licensing of Behavior Analysts (BA) and Assistant Behavioral Analysists (ABA). This episode addresses the new state licensing requirements, the mandate for BA or ABA service providers to establish professional corporations or professional limited liability companies by January 15, 2027, and the implications of this law change for existing practices that employ BAs and ABAs. Ericka and Christina also discuss the legal guidance being...
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Branding Your Health Care Practice: Build and Protect Your Business Identity
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On the latest episode of the #HealthLawHotspot, host Ericka Adler is joined by David Adler, President and Founder of the Adler Law Group, to discuss various legal tips and strategies for choosing a name and brand that will help your practice stand out. David emphasizes the importance of creating a strong brand that resonates across different types of communication and explains the process of choosing a strong and distinctive brand, highlighting the differences between generic, descriptive, arbitrary, and fanciful names. David and Ericka also cover the steps involved...
info_outlineIn this episode of #HealthLawHotSpot, host Ericka Adler is joined by Roetzel attorney Christina Kuta to delve into an urgent issue that could impact employers nationwide—the upcoming FTC restrictive covenant rule. With the enforcement date looming less than 30 days away, and no clear court ruling delaying enforcement, employers must prepare now for the rule to go into effect. Ericka and Christina discuss the critical steps employers must take to prepare for compliance, including the necessity of providing clear notice to all employees affected by restrictive covenants and the importance of consulting legal counsel so that the notices are flexible enough to reflect legal changes. As legal challenges to the rule mount across the country, Christina sheds light on the potential ramifications of these cases and what businesses can anticipate moving forward. Don’t wait until the last minute—tune in below to learn how to navigate these changes.