Health care professionals face a minefield of complex regulations, audits, and the constant threat of litigation. Chapman Law Group is a law firm devoted exclusively to defending physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pain management specialists, and all licensed health care providers—so you can stay focused on patient care, not paperwork or lawsuits.
Why Choose Chapman Law Group?
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We understand the unique challenges you face. Our team is ready to help you navigate legal risks, protect your license, keep your practice in compliance, defend against fraud charges, and safeguard your reputation.
Our view of health care law is laser-focused on the perspective of the health care professional. We are deeply concerned with the professional’s relationship with the patient, the institution, and the government.
Our simple mission is to provide health professionals with the best possible legal representation in all aspects of the law. Our team of health care fraud defense and compliance lawyers assists providers in a wide variety of health laws areas — from regulatory, transactional, and litigation, to licensure and criminal defense.
Health care law requires a great deal of knowledge, skill, and experience with issues surrounding the standard of care, legal duties and ethics, government regulation, compliance, and administrative law. Often there is a lot at stake for health professionals facing civil, criminal and administrative actions.
Given the complexity and costs involved in health law issues and the vast body of law regulating health care, we have chosen to specialize solely in health care law so that we can better represent our clients.
Our lawyers have developed an extensive understanding of the ins and outs of every area within health care law. We stay on top of the changes in health care law and gain a wealth of experience in various areas of health care law.
Several of our health care attorneys have earned a Master of Law degree (LL.M). in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago School of Law — the top school in the U.S. for health care law.
Over the past 35 years, we have represented thousands of health professionals, all the while developing extensive experience in many areas of health care law.
Federal healthcare fraud charges are among the most serious threats a provider or facility can face. Our healthcare defense attorneys represent physicians, nurses, and healthcare entities under investigation or indictment for fraud tied to federal programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and Tricare. With government prosecutors devoting extensive resources to these cases, it’s essential to have experienced defense lawyers who understand both the statutes and the tactics used in federal investigations.
We have defended clients against allegations such as:
These examples reflect only part of the government’s focus areas. As healthcare defense attorneys, we know the full spectrum of fraud allegations providers may face, and we tailor our strategies to the facts of each case. From the earliest stages of an investigation through federal criminal proceedings, our role is to challenge the government’s case, safeguard your career, and fight for the best possible outcome. We have helped produce over 150 acquittals and saved clients over $550 Million.
For healthcare professionals, licensing and employment issues often go hand in hand. Our healthcare defense attorneys represent providers in Florida and Michigan before their state licensing boards, defending against complaints, investigations, and disciplinary actions that threaten a professional’s ability to practice. We also assist with licensure applications, DEA registration, and CMS enrollment — critical regulatory steps that must be handled properly to avoid future issues.
Employment-related disputes can have serious consequences for a medical career. Sham peer reviews and hospital privileging actions may lead to adverse reports to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB), which is a permanent federal record accessible to licensing boards, hospitals, and insurers nationwide. An inaccurate or unfair NPDB entry can limit opportunities for credentialing and future employment, even if no state disciplinary action is taken.
By addressing both state licensing defense and the employment-related issues that impact licensure, our healthcare defense attorneys provide comprehensive protection for providers. Whether you are facing a board complaint in Florida or Michigan, a DEA registration challenge, or an NPDB report stemming from an unfair peer review, our focus is the same: safeguarding your career, your reputation, and your right to practice medicine.
Our attorneys represent healthcare providers and organizations in a wide range of civil disputes, from contract and business matters to professional liability claims. Much of this work falls under complex civil litigation, including whistleblower qui tam lawsuits under the False Claims Act. In these cases, providers may face allegations of false billing to Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare, often leading to government investigations and possible intervention by the Department of Justice. We guide clients through each stage of these proceedings, and in select circumstances, we also assist relators in pursuing claims where fraud against federal programs is alleged.
We also defend against medical malpractice suits, professional liability claims, and litigation involving correctional healthcare providers and facilities, as well as general commercial disputes for healthcare entities. Each of these cases demands careful strategy to protect both financial interests and professional reputations.
Whether a matter involves complex litigation such as a qui tam action, or other civil claims tied to healthcare practice, our attorneys are committed to providing representation that protects careers, practices, and organizations.
Providers and healthcare facilities face a complex web of federal and state laws requiring strict adherence, and one-size-fits-all healthcare compliance programs simply won’t suffice. Tailored policies and robust programs are essential for avoiding costly pitfalls that can come to light in healthcare audits.
Our healthcare attorneys guide clients through the ever expanding and mandatory compliance obligations, including:
We take pride in building proactive, customized compliance programs so providers can keep their practices running smoothly and focus on patient care, without the looming worry of regulatory surprises.
Our healthcare attorneys advise health providers on corporate and transactional matters across the practice lifecycle, payer obligations, and practice agreements.
Services under our healthcare corporate and transactional law practice include:
Our healthcare attorneys routinely practice in Federal Courts nationwide. We have four national offices:
As experienced healthcare defense attorneys, we have a 35-year track record of successfully representing providers across the U.S. Let us put our know-how to work for you and your healthcare practice. Call us today for a consultation.
Over the decades, our attorneys have helped healthcare professionals avoid substantial recoupments and liabilities from audits, investigations, and litigation, as well as protect their licenses and defend against employment-related disputes. Whether you are facing a compliance review, a regulatory investigation, a lawsuit, or issue affecting your medical license, our attorneys are adept at guiding you through every stage of the process. Our focus is always on efficiently resolving matters in our clients’ favor, minimizing exposure, and helping providers and practices move forward with confidence.
As experienced healthcare defense attorneys, we have an over 35-year track record of successfully representing providers across the U.S. When you need knowledgeable counsel to defend your practice, safeguard your reputation, and help you avoid unnecessary costs, our experience is your advantage. Let us put our know-how to work for you and your healthcare practice. Contact us today for a free consultation.
When healthcare providers are confronted with allegations of fraud, whether at the state or federal level, having a thoroughly planned defense is essential. Our attorneys approach these cases with a combination of proactive and strategic techniques, always tailored to the unique circumstances of your case. Some common defense strategies include:
No matter the forum, whether it’s a grand jury investigation, or full federal trial, our health care attorneys are prepared to mount a thorough and assertive defense on your behalf.
For healthcare providers, compliance is more than meeting minimum requirements. It is a safeguard against exposure in audits, investigations, and enforcement actions. Developing compliance programs and working with counsel early in the process helps reduce risk and protect practices of every size.
Here’s why prioritizing these measures pays off:
Addressing potential challenges early, rather than waiting until civil or criminal allegations arise can often means the difference between a manageable situation and a crisis. Defending against accusations is always easier if counsel is involved from the outset, offering individualized strategies that protect licenses, reputations, and livelihoods.
Our attorneys partner with healthcare providers to navigate the intricate landscape of DEA and prescription drug regulations. We help providers establish and maintain thorough compliance programs that are uniquely tailored to the specific demands of their practice or facility—not just generic templates. This includes advising on proper handling, storage, and documentation of controlled substances, as well as guiding electronic prescription protocols.
Whether you’re seeking to obtain or renew DEA registration, respond to an audit, or defend against accusations of non-compliance, our health care attorneys are well-versed in current laws and enforcement trends. We help ensure your operational policies align with federal requirements, minimizing risk and supporting uninterrupted patient care.
Health care providers regularly face a broad range of audits—both routine and targeted—that can come from government agencies, Medicare and Medicaid contractors, or private insurers. These audits might include Medicare audits, Medicaid reviews, UPIC/ZPIC audits, RAC audits, Qlarant audits, or specialized laboratory audits, each with their own complex protocols.
Our attorneys assist providers at every stage of the audit and investigation process. We routinely guide clients through:
When audits lead to investigations by entities like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS OIG), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), FBI, IRS, or Medicaid Fraud Control Units, our legal team steps in to protect the provider’s interests. Whether the issue involves alleged billing errors or more serious fraud claims, we leverage our extensive experience to defend health professionals and safeguard their practice—helping clients resolve matters efficiently and minimize potential risks.
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