⚖️FTC's Proposed Consent Order on Welsh Carson
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of Federal law prohibiting unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis of Proposed Consent Order to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the complaint and the terms of the consent order--embodied in the consent agreement--that would settle these allegations.
Learn More💊Purisys LLC Applies for Registration as Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances
Purisys, LLC has applied to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION listed below for further drug information.
Learn More⚖️DEA Revokes Yogesh Patel, M.D.'s Registration Due to Non-Compliance
The Drug Enforcement Administration issued an Order to Show Cause for the revocation of Yogesh Patel, M.D.'s DEA registration, citing that he lacks authority to handle controlled substances in Colorado. The decision results from his default to request a hearing following a prior suspension of his state medical license, emphasizing the importance of maintaining proper licensure for medical practitioners.
Learn More🏥Correction of Affordable Care Act Regulation by HHS
The Department of Health and Human Services has published a correction to an editorial error in the Affordable Care Act regulations. This correction involves the redesignation of paragraph sections within Title 45 of the Code of Federal Regulations, specifically section 155.420. The update aims to ensure clarity in the regulatory text without introducing new standards or requirements.
Learn More🏥Medicare's Request for Hospital Facility Expansion Exception
The Social Security Act prohibits a hospital with physician ownership that relies on the exception to the physician self-referral law for hospitals outside of Puerto Rico or for rural providers from expanding its facility capacity unless the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services grants the hospital's request for an exception from that prohibition after considering input on the request from individuals and entities in the community where the hospital is located. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has received a request from a hospital with physician ownership for an exception from the prohibition on expansion of facility capacity. This notice solicits comments on the request from individuals and entities in the community in which the hospital is located. Community input may inform our decision to approve or deny the hospital's request for an exception from the prohibition on expansion of facility capacity.
Learn More🏥Medicare and Medicaid Accreditation Compliance Notice
This proposed notice acknowledges the receipt of an application from The Joint Commission for continued recognition as a national accrediting organization for hospitals that wish to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs.
Learn More⚖️Revocation of DEA Registration for Unlawful Prescribing Practices
The Department of Justice's Drug Enforcement Administration issued a decision revoking the DEA registration of Dr. David Bockoff due to multiple violations of the Controlled Substances Act, including improper prescribing practices and inadequate medical recordkeeping. The ruling emphasizes the need for compliance and accountability in the medical field regarding controlled substances.
Learn More🗣️Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting on Tribal Affairs - VA
The Department of Veterans Affairs announces a public meeting of the Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs scheduled for February 25 and 26, 2025. The sessions aim to discuss matters regarding Indian tribes, focus on healthcare services for Native American Veterans, and provide updates from various VA offices. Public comments are welcomed and submissions are due by February 17, 2025.
Learn More💊DEA Revokes Registration of Herold Pierre-Louis, P.A. in Arizona
The Drug Enforcement Administration issued a decision revoking the DEA registration of Herold Pierre-Louis, P.A. due to the revocation of his Arizona physician assistant license. The ruling emphasizes the imperative for healthcare practitioners to maintain both federal and state licensing to legally handle controlled substances, reiterating the consequences of non-compliance.
Learn More🏥Amendment of Class E Airspace in Marion, NC
This action amends Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface for Mission Hospital McDowell, Marion, NC, by adding airspace for Mission Hospital McDowell Heliport. This action also corrects the name from McDowell Hospital to Mission Hospital McDowell. It also removes Point In Space Coordinates for McDowell Hospital and replaces them with the correct Mission Hospital McDowell coordinates. Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and management of instrument flight rules (IFR) operations at this airport.
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