Business disruption to medical practices is becoming a reality as the challenges to respond to the COVID-19 threat unfold. Dentist offices, physical therapy practices, ambulatory surgery centers, and other outpatient offices are considering whether to limit hours, change staffing, or to close their doors. Working through these issues in real time, our attorneys across the country and globally are tracking the legal requirements, regulatory guidance, and best practices relating to COVID-19. We are here to help you navigate this unprecedented time.
Things you are thinking about—our “preparedness” checklist
Labor and employment
How do you manage changes to your workforce composition?
- Wages and benefits policies
- Paid leave requirements
- COBRA requirements
- WARN obligations
- Compliance with collective bargaining agreements
- Layoffs and furloughs
Health care regulatory
You must keep track of constantly changing requirements and how they affect your operations.
- Infection control and COVID-19 preparedness
- CMS regulations and guidance, conditions of participation
- Medicare and Medicaid payment issues
- Continuation of care issues
- Telehealth services
- Suspending non-essential health care services
- Section 1135 waivers
- State licensure
Corporate and contractual
How do you manage cash flows and contractual obligations when your revenue is impacted?
- Real estate leases
- Equipment leases
- Financing and loans
- Loan and debt agreements
- Advice on pending health care transactions
- Force majeure provisions
- Failure to perform issues
- Supply chain issues
Updates on COVID-19 laws
You should keep up to date on changing laws regarding COVID-19 that may affect your operations and your rights under the law.
- Federal legislation, including on financial relief
- CDC guidance
- CMS guidance and waivers
- Statewide and national emergencies
How we can help
Nixon Peabody LLP has a team of attorneys who are available to advise you, your medical practice, and/or portfolio companies on all COVID-19 issues, including:
- Preparing and drafting policies and procedures
- Reviewing contracts, leases, and other documents
- Reviewing employment agreements
- Your patient and staff communication strategy
- Preparing frequently asked questions
- Rapidly responding to your questions and/or to provide you updates as the COVID-19 laws change