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Counsel That Cares is a podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight's Healthcare and Life Sciences Team. With more than 400 attorneys practicing across the healthcare industry, our team is on the leading edge of industry developments. This series serves as your personal checkup on the multi-faceted playing field of healthcare law and business trends.

  1. The New Rules of Healthcare Fraud Enforcement

    7 may

    The New Rules of Healthcare Fraud Enforcement

    False Claims Act enforcement in healthcare is accelerating, and providers cannot afford to wait to react until the government comes calling. In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," litigation attorneys Meredith Auten and Jessica Sievert discuss the U.S. Department of Justice's new National Fraud Enforcement Division, record enforcement recoveries and the sectors drawing the sharpest scrutiny. They point to concrete examples already shaping the landscape involving Medicare Advantage, drug pricing, medical necessity, wound care, speaker programs and digital health. Ms. Auten and Ms. Sievert also talk about the government's expanded use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to identify fraud patterns and drive cases.

    30 min
  2. Inside Telehealth's Growth, Regulation and Access

    27 abr

    Inside Telehealth's Growth, Regulation and Access

    Telehealth innovation succeeds only when compliance discipline matches the pace of growth. In this episode of Counsel That Cares, Holland & Knight healthcare regulatory attorney Shalyn Watkins and Receptive CEO Amber Gill examine how modern telehealth platforms scale nationwide while navigating fragmented regulations that can differ drastically from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Ms. Gill explains how Receptive reduces friction for patients by separating platform infrastructure from clinical decision-making, while Ms. Watkins details how corporate practice of medicine rules, data privacy laws and controlled substance regulations require careful state-by-state analysis. The discussion delivers a clear takeaway for telehealth providers and the legal professionals advising them: In healthcare disputes and enforcement actions, licensure privacy and regulatory design often determine whether innovative care models withstand scrutiny.

    20 min
  3. Assessing the State of Healthcare Restructurings

    10 mar

    Assessing the State of Healthcare Restructurings

    Healthcare bankruptcy filings in the middle market dipped in 2025, yet increased costs, payer denials and tighter credit continue to pressure providers across the sector. In this episode of Counsel That Cares, Gibbins Advisors Principals and Co-Founders Clare Moylan and Ronald Winters and Holland & Knight Bankruptcy Partner Tyler Layne analyze restructuring trends in the industry and explain why filings alone can understate real-time distress. Reviewing Gibbins Advisors' annual report on healthcare bankruptcies, they assess how out-of-court workouts and receiverships, along with in-court Chapter 11 proceedings, shape outcomes, and detail how strained finances can limit options well before a filing. During the conversation, Ms. Moylan and Mr. Winters identify healthcare operational and financial indicators that depress performance: payer denials, pharmacy spending, stabilized but higher labor costs and thin margins that weaken liquidity. They evaluate why 2026 may be pivotal for organizations as policy shifts affect coverage, reimbursement and balance sheets. They then outline practical steps for healthcare leadership teams: model best and worst cases, prioritize capital, engage vendors early, strengthen denial management and time transformation investments to build resilience.

    38 min
  4. Minority Deals in Healthcare Private Equity: An Evolving Opportunity for GPs and Founders

    9 feb

    Minority Deals in Healthcare Private Equity: An Evolving Opportunity for GPs and Founders

    Healthcare private equity enters 2026 seeking more creativity in deal structures and a sharper focus on operational value creation, while remaining mindful of a regulatory environment that continues to shape how transactions are executed. In this episode, Holland & Knight Healthcare attorneys David Marks and John Arnold and Clairvest Group Vice President Rahil Manji discuss what's driving investment decisions in healthcare services and why minority and structured investments are gaining momentum. They break down liquidity pressure, evolving governance expectations and how sponsors are shifting from multiple arbitrage and cheap leverage toward integration, disciplined operations with technology-enabled efficiency. Rahil explains Clairvest's entrepreneur-partnership approach, including how minority deals can support growth capital, founder liquidity and long-term alignment. The group also covers key legal and regulatory considerations for founders going to market, such as state healthcare transaction reporting laws, compliance credibility and antitrust readiness, with a forward-looking view of where deal volume and valuation may head in 2026.

    34 min
  5. The Fast-Growing Wound Care Industry

    30 ene

    The Fast-Growing Wound Care Industry

    Wound care is rapidly becoming one of healthcare's most closely watched – and most consequential – growth sectors, and this episode of "Counsel That Cares" gets to the heart of why. Holland & Knight Healthcare attorney Juliet McBride and HealBridge CEO Jon Belsher to unpack the forces reshaping wound care across the continuum, especially in post-acute and skilled nursing settings where patients are often the sickest and least visible. Together, they explore what's driving investment (technology, home-based care models and tighter continuity of care), why innovation must stay tethered to evidence-based indications and outcomes, and how the boom in advanced products has triggered intense audit activity, clawbacks and regulatory scrutiny. The conversation also examines the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) shifting reimbursement approach and the risks associated with business models built on fragile payment assumptions, while emphasizing a compliance mindset centered on patient-first care backed by strong documentation and measurable results.

    25 min
  6. J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Recap: What Dealmakers Expect in 2026

    23 ene

    J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Recap: What Dealmakers Expect in 2026

    Deal activity may be picking up, but expectations for 2026 are best described as cautious and practical. In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Holland & Knight Healthcare Transactions attorney John Saran and Bailey & Company Director of Market Development Rebecca Springer recap the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, sharing what they heard from sponsors, bankers and operators about the year ahead. They discuss the shift from "big rebound" predictions to a steady rebuild, what buyers are prioritizing in diligence and deal structuring, and where momentum is returning, including add-ons and creative investment formats. The conversation also highlights sectors drawing attention, from employer health and pharma services to applied behavioral analysis (ABA) platforms, healthcare IT's evolving AI lens, and emerging consumer health and longevity theses. Mr. Saran also breaks down the fast-changing regulatory environment surrounding private equity and corporate practice of medicine, including state transaction reporting laws, that are increasingly shaping how healthcare deals go to market. This podcast was recorded and is for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that Bailey & Co. makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of Bailey & Co. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent investment advice from a licensed professional in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.

    28 min
  7. Regulating AI in Healthcare: The Road Ahead

    01/08/2025

    Regulating AI in Healthcare: The Road Ahead

    In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Public Policy & Regulation attorney John Vaughan, Healthcare attorney Dan Silverboard and Public Affairs Advisor Sarah Starling Crossan discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation in the healthcare industry. They explore the complex interplay between federal initiatives, such as executive orders and agency rules, and the surge of state-level legislation shaping AI use in clinical practice, insurance and patient care. The conversation highlights key compliance challenges, including the need for AI governance programs, bias audits, data quality assurance and transparency with patients. Listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating disparate regulations across jurisdictions and the importance of staying informed to responsibly implement AI technologies in the healthcare sector.

    38 min
  8. Navigating the New Landscape of Private Equity in Healthcare

    23/05/2025

    Navigating the New Landscape of Private Equity in Healthcare

    In this episode of "Counsel That Cares," Arjan Peters from Capstone moderates a conversation with his colleague Grace Totman, Holland & Knight healthcare attorney John Saran and Association for Responsible Healthcare Investment CEO Regan Parker about the evolving landscape of private equity investments in healthcare. They explore recent federal and state regulatory developments, including transaction reporting laws, antitrust scrutiny by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and notable battleground states pushing new legislation. The episode also highlights the impact of public perception shaped by high-profile healthcare closures, importance of transparent investment narratives and strategic approaches for investors to proactively engage with regulators and policymakers. Speakers emphasize that despite regulatory challenges, private equity plays a crucial role in sustaining and innovating the healthcare industry, encouraging stakeholders to document positive outcomes and advocate for balanced, informed policies that enable continued investment and growth.

    46 min
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Counsel That Cares is a podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight's Healthcare and Life Sciences Team. With more than 400 attorneys practicing across the healthcare industry, our team is on the leading edge of industry developments. This series serves as your personal checkup on the multi-faceted playing field of healthcare law and business trends.

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