Healthcare regulations are constantly evolving, and staying informed is critical for physicians, practice managers, and healthcare professionals.
In addition to in-depth articles here on Med Law Blog, Tucker Arensberg healthcare attorney Adam Appleberry provides regular legal updates and practical guidance
Allyson N. Lonas, Esq., (717) 221-7954, alonas@tuckerlaw.com
Routine messages, informal exchanges, and internal communications created for internal use rather than public dissemination often form the core of the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law (“RTKL”) mediations, appeals, and litigation. This reality reflects a
As we move closer to the February 16 deadline, this is a reminder for HIPAA covered entities to confirm they are on track to update their Notice of Privacy Practices (“NPP”) to comply with the finalized federal requirements governing substance
PITTSBURGH, February 5, 2026 – Effective January 1, 2026, Tucker Arensberg was appointed legal counsel to the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA). The firm brings deep experience serving hospitality businesses and trade associations, with several attorneys actively involved in
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has been using prior authorization for selected Hospital Outpatient Department (OPD) services for several years as part of its broader effort to curb improper payments and unnecessary utilization. In late 2025, CMS
CMS Finalizes Rule Closing Medicaid Provider Tax Loophole
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized a major Medicaid financing rule aimed at closing what the agency has described as a long-standing “healthcare-related tax loophole.” The rule, finalized
With renewed federal enforcement efforts and increased workplace scrutiny, employers face heightened risk related to the hiring and retention of unauthorized workers. In the January 2026 issue of Iron & Steel Technology, Tucker Arensberg attorney Isaac Zimmerman examines how immigration
Kaitlyn Smearcheck, Esq., ksmearcheck@tuckerlaw.com, (717) 221-7963
Pennsylvania is now the 28th state to enact legislation protecting employees from hair-based discrimination.
The “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act,” was signed into law by Governor
Margaret M. Grimm, Esq., (412) 594-5510, mgrimm@tuckerlaw.com
Sick leave in the Steel City received a significant boost as of January 1, 2026. To assist with interpretation and implementation of the new ordinance, the City of Pittsburgh Mayor’s Office provides
Jeremy Farrell, Esq., jfarrell@tuckerlaw.com, (412) 594-3938
Though it has been around for nearly a decade, the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act continues to cause considerable confusion for employers. A recent decision (available here) helps to provide some guidance
