The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General (OIG) recently issued Advisory Opinion 26-16, concluding that the “food-as-medicine” program operated by a federally qualified health center, which provides weekly produce boxes or vouchers paired with
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FTC and States Sue Hims & Hers Over Privacy and Billing Practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), joined by the States of California and Utah, has filed a lawsuit against telehealth company Hims & Hers, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive privacy, billing, and subscription practices. According to the lawsuit, Hims…
VT Limits PE Involvement with Healthcare Providers
We have previously reported that a number of states have proposed legislation to address growing concerns about the potential negative impacts of private equity (PE) investments in healthcare businesses. Vermont has now joined this list by passing legislation on June…
When a Non-Shareholder Contributes Capital to a Corporation
Basic Principles
What does the term “gross income” mean to you? For most folks, it refers to the amount of money that is paid to someone in exchange for their services or property, or for the use of their property.…
NY’s MAID Law: Updates that Medical Providers and Facilities Should Know
As discussed in our prior publication, Medical Aid in Dying Is Now Legal in NY, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act (MAID) on February 6, 2026. Since then, the New York State Department…
Standing at 21
I’m delighted to share that FeedSpot has ranked TaxSlaw 21 in its list of the 100 Best Tax Blogs to Follow in 2026.
This blog is a labor of love, and it feels good to know that my weekly…
Congress’s Continuing Quest to Restrict Executive Compensation at Charitable Organizations, With a Twist
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The IRS recently announced its intention to propose regulations relating to the 21 percent tax[i] imposed with respect to any “excess” executive compensation paid by certain tax-exempt organizations, including public charities and private foundations (i.e., charitable organizations),…
Heads Up: New No Surprises Rule May Block Some IDR Claims
An article in the June 25 issue of Part B News, “Heads up: New No Surprises rule mayblock some IDR claims,” discussed the No Surprises Act’s recently effective final rule. Rivkin Radler’s Chris Kutner was quoted in the…
Ambulette Company Owners Charged in Fraud Scheme
Two New York residents were recently indicted in the Eastern District of New York federal court in Central Islip for conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud, among other charges. The defendants allegedly paid kickbacks and submitted fraudulent claims to government payors,…
Carbon Health Settlement Highlights Scrutiny of MSOs
California Attorney General Rob Bonta recently announced a proposed settlement with Carbon Health Technologies, Inc., which operates primary care clinics throughout the state. The settlement follows allegations that the company’s physician practice management structure ran afoul of California’s corporate practice…