Healthcare Attorney

The Levinbook Law Firm, P.C. advises numerous health care clients across various specialties (i.e. dermatology, internal medicine, urgent care, gastroenterology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, anesthesia, OBGYN, podiatry, otolaryngology, radiology, pain management) in the area of corporate transactions, revenue cycle management  (including but not limited to medical billing, managed care appeals HIPAA compliance, and delinquent patient collections) and clinical integration.  We have assisted independent practices and surgery centers evaluate possible transactions with private equity and other third-party organizations.  Additionally, we have developed HIPAA compliance programs as well as medical practice policies and procedures.  Our firm regularly reviews and advises our clients regarding managed care contract negotiations, renewals and related issues and develops action plans for improved revenue cycle. 

Some of our representation includes reviewing vendor contracts and providing feedback to healthcare organizations on recommendations to improve their bottom line.  We have provided legal advice involving Surgery Center expansion, physician recruitment, injectable/implant reimbursement and eligibility issues.  Finally, we provide legal advice regarding all other aspects of the operation of a medical practice and surgery center such as employment agreements, labor and employment matters and supplier contracts.

The Levinbook Law Firm, P.C. specializes in a variety of unique and aggressive appeal techniques designed to overturn denials and obtain interest on inappropriate claim denials.  We have been successful in a wide variety of appeals including, but not limited to insurance prompt payment violations, ERISA/Self Insured prompt pay violations, Workers’ Compensation appeals, Medicare/Medicaid appeals, medical necessity denials and appeals for payment contrary to fee schedule.  In addition, we excel at obtaining positive results for our clients who have outstanding claims against skilled nursing facilities as a result of Medicare recoupment.  We have also been successful in obtaining increased reimbursement in non-participating/out-of-network situations.   Specifically, we offer cutting edge solutions geared to obtain upwards of 80% to 100% of charges for our clients.