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Dec 14 2023

Andy Gaona Argues High-Profile Abortion Case for Planned Parenthood Arizona Before Arizona Supreme Court

In a high-stakes case that will determine the future of access to abortion in Arizona, attorney Andy Gaona represented Planned Parenthood Arizona in an oral argument before the Arizona Supreme Court this week. The question before the court is which of two abortion laws controls in Arizona – a law first enacted during the Civil War that bans nearly all abortions, or one enacted just last year under which physicians can provide abortion care through 15 weeks. Last December, the Arizona Court of Appeals held that the more recent law controls, and that physicians can’t be prosecuted under the pre-statehood law. On Planned Parenthood’s behalf, Andy urged the Arizona Supreme Court to affirm that ruling. The Arizona Supreme Court will decide the case sometime in...

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Dec 08 2023

Kristen Rosati Profiled as an Industry Leader in Az Business’ Who’s Who in Healthcare 2024

Naomi Jorgensen

Considered one of the nation’s top attorneys on Big Data and HIPAA compliance, Kristen Rosati was featured in Az Business magazine’s Who’s Who in Healthcare, a special section highlighting the most influential healthcare leaders in the state. Kristen’s depth of experience in data sharing for research and clinical integration, data breaches, health information exchange, clinical research compliance, biobanking, and genomic privacy earned her a spot as an industry leader in the magazine. A sought-after national speaker, Kristen has been active in national healthcare policy and served as past president (2013-2014) and Fellow of the American Health Law Association (AHLA), the nation’s largest health care legal organization. She is also a founding member of the Arizona Leadership Council for Take the Lead Women and has been involved in...

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Dec 05 2023

IBR Enforcement is Here: Melissa Soliz and Ben Yeager Provide Insights into Enforcement Rules in Newest Brief

Naomi Jorgensen

Are you ready for IBR enforcement? In the latest Coppersmith Brief, Mel Soliz and Ben Yeager lay out the information blocking enforcement landscape for health care providers under the Proposed HHS Disincentives Rule and for health IT developers and HIN/HIEs under the Final OIG CMP Rule. The Brief outlines two key rule changes: The Office of the Inspector General finalized the OIG CMP Rule & began enforcement against health IT developers and health information networks/exchanges. Those who have committed information blocking face penalties up to $1 million per violation. The new HHS Disincentives regulation proposal outlines penalties for healthcare providers who have committed information blocking. If participating in certain Medicare programs, providers could face disincentives. Those not participating have delayed enforcement pending further rule making....

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Nov 14 2023

Marki Stewart Receives OIG Advisory Opinion on Physician Compensation

Naomi Jorgensen

In a watershed opinion, attorney Marki Stewart obtained a favorable OIG Advisory Opinion for Phoenix Neurological Institute relating to physician compensation. The Advisory Opinion stands as a pivotal juncture outlining how employers may compensate their employed physicians without running afoul of the Anti-Kickback Statute. The OIG Advisory Opinion outlines two key points: Employers may provide a bonus to employed physicians that is based on the volume or value of business the physician generates for the employer; and Employers may include revenue received from multiple service lines, including ambulatory surgery center facility fees, in their employed physicians’ compensation. “This Advisory Opinion will serve as a catalyst for the adoption of fair, transparent, and legally sound physician compensation practices, thereby benefiting both healthcare providers and the patients they serve,” said...

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Nov 02 2023

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranked Among 2024 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report

Naomi Jorgensen

Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report honored Coppersmith Brockelman in its 2024 edition of Best Law Firms, ranking them nationally in four practice areas and locally in 17 practice areas. Attaining multiple Best Law Firms rankings affirms the value of Coppersmith Brockelman’s approach to lawyering: think creatively, find practical solutions, build community and provide excellent services. Recognized firms are known for professional excellence and consistent impressive ratings from clients and peers who provide feedback on a variety of factors including cost effectiveness, responsiveness, and expertise. “Being acknowledged by Best Law Firms in 17 categories is a testament to Coppersmith Brockelman's ongoing commitment to offering exceptional legal counsel and achieving impressive outcomes for our clients,” said Jill Chasson, chair of the firm’s governance committee. “It's gratifying...

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Oct 18 2023

Marki Stewart Honored by the Florence Project as the Top Pro Bono Attorney for the Children’s Program

Naomi Jorgensen

Marki Stewart’s longtime commitment to helping unaccompanied immigrant children find safety and security in the U.S. earned her recognition as the Florence Projects’ Children’s Program Pro Bono Attorney of the Year. Formally the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project, the Florence Project provides free legal services, social services, and advocacy to immigrants facing detention and potential deportation. Volunteering with the organization has been Marki’s personal passion project for 15 years. Specifically, she lends her time and talent to providing pro bono representation, guidance, and support to children under threat of deportation. Her work has made a lifechanging impact that empowers vulnerable individuals as they navigate challenging circumstances with hope and resilience. Pro Bono Managing Attorney for the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project’s Children's Program Lizmarie Mena-Feliciano...

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Andy Gaona Argues High-Profile Abortion Case for Planned Parenthood Arizona Before Arizona Supreme Court

Kristen Rosati Profiled as an Industry Leader in Az Business’ Who’s Who in Healthcare 2024

IBR Enforcement is Here: Melissa Soliz and Ben Yeager Provide Insights into Enforcement Rules in Newest Brief

Marki Stewart Receives OIG Advisory Opinion on Physician Compensation

Coppersmith Brockelman Ranked Among 2024 Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers® and U.S. News & World Report

Marki Stewart Honored by the Florence Project as the Top Pro Bono Attorney for the Children’s Program

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