Despite Stark Law enforcement seeming to have gone relatively quiet, according to a recent article by The National Law Review  (NLR), the strict liability statute’s six-year lookback period is ticking, and renewed compliance scrutiny is expected before those periods expire. With significant penalties at stake, the NLR article recommends that providers take advantage of the lull to reduce risk and review their compliance practices regarding physician arrangements and designated health...

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) recently issued the Final Rule announcing the 2026 policy changes for Medicare, including Part B issues and payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (“MPFS”), many of which take effect in January. According to the CMS Fact Sheet ,  “the calendar year (CY) 2026 MPFS final rule is one of several final rules that reflect a broader Administration-wide strategy to create a more equitable health care system that results in better quality,...

BFMV has a new home base in the Newnan historic district at 29 Jackson Street. The Folk Victorian, Reconstruction Era house was constructed in 1870, with an addition built on later in the twentieth century to update the home with a modernized kitchen and bath. The original craftsmanship and charm have been preserved and maintained for generations to come. We are enjoying this new chapter of BFMV’s shared history with Newnan. Some Newnan History Around the Time of our New Office Construction...