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FDA Inspections

Handling FDA Inspections Inspections of regulated facilities by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are performed to determine their compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to their operation. The FDA will release a certain portion of the information obtained from these inspections to help the public develop an increased understanding of how it works to […]

Healthcare Audits and How They Should be Handled

Healthcare Audits and How They Should be Handled A healthcare audit is a serious matter that can be a very stressful time when not dealt with by an experienced attorney. A healthcare audit is typically initiated by an insurance provider or a third-party. The audit is to review records that may be in question regarding […]

Health Care Fraud & Prescription Fraud

Legal Matters Involving Health Care Fraud and Prescription Fraud and How to Respond Health care and prescription fraud, also known as pharmacy fraud, are serious legal matters. If you’ve recently become the target of a federal criminal investigation, you’ll need to act quickly. Hiring a competent federal criminal defense attorney should be the first thing […]

Health Care Fraud Defense

Health Care Fraud Defense If you are charged with health care fraud, then you’re likely going to face severe criminal charges. As soon as you learn about the charges against you, it’s important to contact an attorney to put together a defense to present in court. The attorney will need to understand about health care […]

Home Health Care Fraud

Home Health Care Fraud Aside from fraud that occurs in medical offices, home health care fraud is one of the most common types that occur. It can be committed by the workers who enter the home or the owner of the company. Patients who need any kind of home health care assistance need to be […]

Medicare Administrative Contractor Audits and Appeals and How They Can Affect Your Practice

Medicare Administrative Contractor Audits and Appeals and How They Can Affect Your Practice If you’re in medicine, you’re most likely aware of the role that Medicare Administrative Contractors play in the scheme of insurance claims. A MAC audit can mean damaging results for your practice if not handled correctly. Insurance and billing issues must be […]

Medicaid Fraud Defense

Medicaid Fraud Defense If you work in a medical profession, then you could find yourself being accused of Medicaid fraud at some point. Keep in mind that there would need to be adequate proof of committing this kind of fraud before you would lose your license or certification. As soon as allegations of this kind […]

Medicare Fraud Defense

Medicare Fraud Defense There are numerous ways that you could commit Medicare fraud, some that aren’t intentional. If you’ve received allegations about this type of activity that could have taken place in your medical office, it’s important to seek the assistance of an attorney who can look at the evidence in place before putting together […]

Medicare Qui Tam Actions

Medicare Qui Tam Actions As a healthcare provider, you are already well aware of the fact that you are open to all sorts of legal claims being made against you. One of the more serious charges that can be brought against you at any time is a Medicare Qui Tam case. In such situations, you […]

Pharmacist License Defense

Pharmacist License Defense As a registered or licensed pharmacy, you must comply with strict legal and ethical standards for accepting and filling medical prescriptions. With increased public attention on prescription abuse and other misconduct, your actions and omissions face considerable scrutiny. This especially becomes true if you receive a complaint from the licensing board. Ignoring […]

Pharmacy Inspections

Pharmacy Inspections If you own a pharmacy and learn that you are under investigation or have been inspected and have received some kind of allegation about the way that the business operates, then consider talking to an attorney about the issues that you’re facing. An attorney can assist with violations pertaining to your license as […]

Pharmacy Law

Pharmacy Law Our firm represents pharmacies and pharmacists who are dealing with legal issues. This includes things such as license violations, Drug Enforcement Administration complaints and prescription fraud. We have represented pharmacists, physicians and other healthcare professionals who are under criminal investigation. We have also represented medical professionals who have had trouble obtaining a DEA […]

Pharmacy Ownership

Pharmacy Ownership Put Pharmacy Ownership Attorneys to Work for You When opening, closing, or during times of need affects your pharmacy, we’ll be happy to help. There are many complexities in owning a pharmacy and there can be bumps in the road during your career. A skilled attorney with experience in healthcare law is what […]

RAC Audit Process

RAC Audit Process Navigating a Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) audit requires due diligence, as well as knowledge of laws and regulations if a health provider is to avoid being charged for overpayments that were erroneously assessed. Retaining qualified legal counsel is a critical part of the process. In fact, failure to leverage the knowledge of […]

Stark Law Defense

Stark Laws Stark Law contains a set of U.S. federal laws, with a focus on healthcare abuse and fraud. The law prohibits doctors from referring patients to a specific health care provider that is paid for by Medicare if they have a financial arrangement or will otherwise benefit financially. Given the potential broad interpretation of […]

Substance Abuse By Medical Providers

Substance Abuse Matters Sometimes, nurses and other medical workers face accusations by their employers for using illegal substances. At times, the allegations are true. However, if you have been accused of this kind of activity and know that you have not engaged in any type of behavior involving illegal substances, then you should talk to […]

Unlawful Prescribing or Dispensing

Unlawful Prescribing or Dispensing If you prescribe medications as a doctor or a physician’s assistant and know that the person doesn’t need the medication in one way or another, then you could be charged with unlawful prescribing. You could also be charged with unlawful dispensing of prescriptions if you fill those that aren’t legally written […]

ZPIC Audits

ZPIC Audits As a health care provider, there’s a lot that goes into preparing for and responding to Zone Program Integrity Contractors (ZPIC) audits. It’s a process that cannot be taken lightly because the potential consequences are too great. It’s important that you don’t make the mistake of trying to respond to a ZPIC audit […]

What You Need to Know About Federal Target Letters

What You Need to Know About Federal Target Letters Imagine this: You’re going about your day, minding your own business, when suddenly a letter arrives from the U.S. Department of Justice. Your heart races as you open it with trembling hands. It’s a federal target letter, and it says you’re under investigation for a serious federal […]

What Is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond

What Is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond What is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond is a question that confuses many. Let me be absolutely clear: SNAP rules, but they usually won’t give you the full story, they just want to accuse you of fraud. Todd Spodek leads Spodek Law Group and […]

What Are the Stages & Steps of Criminal Case During & After Arrest

What Are the Stages & Steps of Criminal Case During & After Arrest You get arrested under N.Y. Criminal Procedure Law § 140.10, and the government starts pressing charges, which can feel terrifying. Officers says you have to comply, but they never mention how your entire life can crumble if you let them walk all […]

California Knife Laws What You Can and Cannot Carry Legally

Federal Target Letter in the Mail

Why Would I Get a Federal Target Letter in the Mail?: Defenses, Laws, Innovative Strategies 1. Opening Thoughts: The Anxiety of a Target Letter What exactly is a federal target letter in the mail, and why would it land in your mailbox, may be one of the most anxiety-inducing questions you’re trying to figure out […]

PPP Loan Flagged

Feeling Frightened About a PPP Loan Flag? I totally understand how scary it can be to learn that your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan got flagged. It’s that sudden moment of panic—like, oh my goodness, what now? At Spodek Law Group, led by Todd Spodek who’s been featured all over the media (NY Post, Newsweek, […]

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers – Compassionate, Expert Defense

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers – Compassionate, Expert Defense Are you worried about deportation because of a criminal matter in the Bronx? Honestly—that’s a frightening position to be in, and I completely understand how overwhelming it feels. At Spodek Law Group, we focus on providing a “white glove” defense combined with compassionate guidance. I’m Todd Spodek, […]

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers: How Spodek Law Group Can Help Facing the possibility of deportation can be terrifying, especially if you live in the Bronx and you’re not sure what to do next. At Spodek Law Group, headed by Todd Spodek—a second-generation attorney known for his nationwide criminal defense work—we truly get how overwhelming this […]

Facing 18 U.S.C. § 1591 Charges: How the Spodek Law Group Can Help

Facing 18 U.S.C. § 1591 Charges: How the Spodek Law Group Can Help I know facing a charge under 18 U.S.C. § 1591—sex trafficking of children or by force, fraud, or coercion—can be overwhelming and downright terrifying. You might feel lost and unsure where to turn, especially when the stakes are this high. From my […]

What is the highest type of lawyer

Often, when you find yourself asking, “What is the highest type of lawyer?” you might be feeling a sense of intimidation—like you’re climbing a legal mountain alone. It’s natural to be worried, especially if you’re dealing with a serious legal matter. Our goal here is to remove the fear factor by explaining the different tiers […]

Brass Knuckles Legality

Feeling Overwhelmed by Brass Knuckles Laws? Let’s Talk. Being unsure about the laws surrounding brass knuckles can be incredibly scary, especially if you’ve already found yourself under investigation or charged for owning or carrying them. Maybe you picked them up as a novelty item, or someone gifted them to you without much explanation. Now you’re […]

Just received a federal target letter?

Receiving a federal target letter can feel like a punch to the gut. One minute you’re living life as usual, and the next, you’re staring at a piece of mail that suggests the U.S. government believes you might have committed a federal offense. It’s unsettling, to say the least. You probably have a million questions […]