Tom Hayes, Rebecca Ryan and Michael Finn provide an overview of healthcare regulations in Ireland in the 2018 edition of Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation.
Getting the Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2019Matheson Law Firm
Healthcare partners Tom Hayes, Rebecca Ryan and Michael Finn provide an overview of healthcare regulations in Ireland in the 2019 edition of Getting the Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation.
This document summarizes Irish laws and regulations regarding the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare professionals. It discusses:
- How Ireland's healthcare system is organized and financed, with a public system funded by taxes and a private system funded by insurance.
- Key legislation governing pharmaceutical advertising and rules around advertising to healthcare professionals versus the general public. Advertising of prescription drugs to the public is prohibited.
- Regulations on collaborating with healthcare professionals, including prohibitions on gifts but allowing reasonable educational support. Rules around providing samples and engaging professionals as consultants or speakers.
- Disclosure requirements for payments and transfers of value from pharmaceutical companies to healthcare professionals and organizations.
- Guidelines for collaborating with patient organizations, including transparency
Getting The Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2016Matheson Law Firm
Matheson partners, Tom Hayes, Rebecca Ryan and Michael Finn, co-authored the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2016.
Getting The Deal Through: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments 2017Matheson Law Firm
Partner Julie-Murphy O'Connor and Associate Gearóid Carey co-wrote the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments 2017.
Getting the deal through life sciences russia 2015Lidings Law Firm
Produced annually by UK publishers Law Business Research Ltd., this 2015 edition of Getting the Deal Through: Life Sciences has been fully revised and updated to cover the key issues of current applicable regulation, including full analysis of important aspects of cross-border transactions and international law. With contributions from leading practitioners active in 26 jurisdictions worldwide, Lidings’ attorneys have authored exclusive coverage of Russian regulation of the life sciences sector, including those issues of most direct relevance to the firm’s major pharmaceutical clients.
Unpacking the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act: Trends in Behavioral ...Epstein Becker Green
The SUPPORT Act takes sweeping aim at the opioid crisis, focusing on numerous aspects of opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery and expanding various types of coverage, use of telemedicine, and electronic prescribing, among other things.
This webinar will highlight important parts of the new law as it pertains to SUD treatment providers and how the law will potentially impact profitability and treatment offerings.
Presented by Harry Nelson – Founder & Managing Partner, Nelson Hardiman; Chairman, Behavioral Health Association of Providers - and Paul D. Gilbert – Member of the Firm, Epstein Becker Green.
Part of a "first Thursdays" webinar series hosted by Behavioral Health Association of Providers, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C., and Nelson Hardiman, LLP.
More info: https://www.ebglaw.com/events/unpacking-the-support-for-patients-and-communities-act-trends-in-behavioral-health-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
Getting the Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2019Matheson Law Firm
Healthcare partners Tom Hayes, Rebecca Ryan and Michael Finn provide an overview of healthcare regulations in Ireland in the 2019 edition of Getting the Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation.
This document summarizes Irish laws and regulations regarding the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare professionals. It discusses:
- How Ireland's healthcare system is organized and financed, with a public system funded by taxes and a private system funded by insurance.
- Key legislation governing pharmaceutical advertising and rules around advertising to healthcare professionals versus the general public. Advertising of prescription drugs to the public is prohibited.
- Regulations on collaborating with healthcare professionals, including prohibitions on gifts but allowing reasonable educational support. Rules around providing samples and engaging professionals as consultants or speakers.
- Disclosure requirements for payments and transfers of value from pharmaceutical companies to healthcare professionals and organizations.
- Guidelines for collaborating with patient organizations, including transparency
Getting The Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2016Matheson Law Firm
Matheson partners, Tom Hayes, Rebecca Ryan and Michael Finn, co-authored the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Healthcare Enforcement and Litigation 2016.
Getting The Deal Through: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments 2017Matheson Law Firm
Partner Julie-Murphy O'Connor and Associate Gearóid Carey co-wrote the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Enforcement of Foreign Judgments 2017.
Getting the deal through life sciences russia 2015Lidings Law Firm
Produced annually by UK publishers Law Business Research Ltd., this 2015 edition of Getting the Deal Through: Life Sciences has been fully revised and updated to cover the key issues of current applicable regulation, including full analysis of important aspects of cross-border transactions and international law. With contributions from leading practitioners active in 26 jurisdictions worldwide, Lidings’ attorneys have authored exclusive coverage of Russian regulation of the life sciences sector, including those issues of most direct relevance to the firm’s major pharmaceutical clients.
Unpacking the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act: Trends in Behavioral ...Epstein Becker Green
The SUPPORT Act takes sweeping aim at the opioid crisis, focusing on numerous aspects of opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery and expanding various types of coverage, use of telemedicine, and electronic prescribing, among other things.
This webinar will highlight important parts of the new law as it pertains to SUD treatment providers and how the law will potentially impact profitability and treatment offerings.
Presented by Harry Nelson – Founder & Managing Partner, Nelson Hardiman; Chairman, Behavioral Health Association of Providers - and Paul D. Gilbert – Member of the Firm, Epstein Becker Green.
Part of a "first Thursdays" webinar series hosted by Behavioral Health Association of Providers, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C., and Nelson Hardiman, LLP.
More info: https://www.ebglaw.com/events/unpacking-the-support-for-patients-and-communities-act-trends-in-behavioral-health-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
The document provides information about Switzerland across several topics. It includes statistics about Switzerland's land, labor force, education system, healthcare system, taxation, banking and finance, intellectual property laws, and competition laws. Switzerland has a highly skilled labor force, universal healthcare coverage, and strong intellectual property protection. Its banking sector, stock exchange, and insurance industry are major contributors to the economy.
An Anlysis of Health Insurance in the NetherlandsMairin O'Connor
The Netherlands has a statutory health insurance system where everyone is required to purchase basic health insurance from private insurers. The basic insurance covers costs for primary care visits, hospital treatment, and prescription drugs. Citizens pay a fixed premium amount plus an income-based contribution. Additional private insurance can be purchased for services like dental and physiotherapy. Overall, the system is funded through payroll taxes, insured premiums, and government contributions, with the goal of providing universal healthcare coverage.
Australia has an annual healthcare spend of $140 billion. This webinar will explain the processes that companies need to go through to sell their products into the Australian hospital system.
The Australian health system is run through a combination of Commonwealth (or Federal) and State government management. Whilst the Commonwealth government sets the regulatory and policy agenda, each state and territory is responsible for the delivery and management of public health services.
In order to sell products into the Australian public hospital system, companies need to understand the different routes to market and processes involved in each state.
This webinar focused on providing UK healthcare & medical companies with an understanding of the different processes involved to sell into each state within the Australian public hospital system. It touched on regulation, reimbursement, procurement processes and advice on developing the market.
The swiss healthcare system without the health care financesRafael Rodriguez
The document summarizes key aspects of Switzerland's healthcare system. It outlines that the system is governed by the 1996 Health Insurance Law (LAMal) which mandates universal basic health insurance coverage. It describes the basic insurance package that covers hospital stays, outpatient care, nursing care, and other services. Supplementary private insurance can provide additional benefits. Healthcare is provided through independent general practitioners, specialists, and public or private hospitals. Insurers must provide basic policies and premiums are regulated, though deductibles and premium costs still vary between plans and regions.
Matheson partners Michael Finn and Robert O'Shea co-author the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Life Sciences 2016.
Reproduced with permission from Law Business Research Ltd. This article was first published in Getting the Deal Through: Life Sciences 2016.
The document provides an overview of compliance training for ApolloMD and Groups. It discusses ApolloMD's commitment to legal and ethical conduct through its compliance program, which includes a compliance plan, training, committee, audits, and methods for reporting non-compliance. The training covers what the compliance program is, how to report anonymously, how the program applies to employees, who serves on the committee, how to contact the compliance officer, and definitions of key terms like HHS, OIG, fraud, abuse, and applicable laws.
Health insurance in India is growing but still has low coverage rates. Only 18% of urban and 14% of rural populations are covered. There are various public and private health insurance options that offer individual, family, and group coverage. Coverage typically includes inpatient hospitalization but recently some policies have begun covering outpatient care as well. Premiums and policies have grown significantly in recent decades but penetration remains low due to lack of competition. Several government programs also provide health insurance coverage.
Attended a meeting of the Los Angeles Healthcare Coalition in March 2014. Presented by Ibrahim Sankara, a French healthcare economist currently working with the UCLA School of Medicine. He presented a myriad of facts, and had a wealth of information beyond this document that facilitated a dynamic discussion of how the single-payor healthcare system in France was designed to truly serve all health needs of both citizens and non-citizens alike.
The document provides information about the Reliance HealthWise Policy. It summarizes how to obtain the policy, claim insurance, and key policy features. For persons under 45, one needs to fill a proposal form and pay the premium to the insurance advisor to obtain the policy. Those over 45 must undergo a medical test. The policy covers hospitalization expenses, day care treatments, pre and post hospitalization costs, and offers a cashless facility at networked hospitals. It also provides value added benefits like discounts on renewal and cost of health checkups. Certain diseases and treatments are excluded from coverage.
Health, Safety & Security in EmploymentKaren Houston
The document discusses key health and safety, accident compensation, privacy, and equality laws in New Zealand. It outlines the Health and Safety at Employment Act 1992, which promotes preventing harm at work. It also discusses the Accident Compensation Act 2001, which provides compensation for injuries, and the Accident Compensation Corporation which administers the scheme. Regarding privacy, it summarizes the Privacy Act 1993 and its 12 privacy principles. Finally, it briefly outlines the Human Rights Act 1993 and New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 relating to equality.
Helen Kelly and Eoin Kealy provide an analysis on State Aid in Ireland in a Q&A format which outlines the authorities responsible, procedural rules and EC enforcement.
Nhi and medical schemes amendment bill announcement minister's speechSABC News
Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, the Minister of Health, held a press conference to discuss two bills - the Medical Schemes Amendment Bill and the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill. He first discussed amendments to the Medical Schemes Act, including abolishing co-payments, brokers, and replacing prescribed minimum benefits with comprehensive services. He then briefly introduced the NHI Bill, and took questions on both bills. The amendments aim to provide relief to patients struggling with costs and align the current system with the future NHI system.
This report from the Equality and Human Rights Commission summarizes its findings on equality and human rights progress in Britain since 2010. The report examines several areas including education, employment, health, justice, and individual rights. Overall, while there has been some progress in certain areas, the report finds that inequalities still exist and that significant challenges remain. The report is intended to inform policymakers and identify issues that require further action to improve equality and human rights.
This document discusses access to justice and legal aid in the UK. It provides:
1) A brief history of legal aid in the UK from 1949 to 1999, when the system developed from one initial state-funded scheme to six different schemes administered by the Legal Aid Board, with increasing costs over time.
2) An overview of the legal aid system before 1999, including the six schemes that covered legal advice, assistance and representation, and the problems that arose around eligibility, underfunding, fraud and standards.
3) An introduction to alternative sources of legal advice like Citizens Advice Bureaus and law centers.
4) Details on the Access to Justice Act 1999, which replaced the old legal aid
The Legal Services Commission (LSC) administers legal aid in England and Wales, helping over 2 million people annually with a budget of £2 billion. It oversees two schemes: the Community Legal Service, which provides civil legal aid, and the Criminal Defence Service for criminal legal aid. Eligibility for legal aid depends on an applicant's income and other financial limits. Conditional fee agreements (CFAs) allow individuals to pursue personal injury cases without legal aid by paying solicitors' fees only if their case succeeds.
The document summarizes how health care reform will change the US health care delivery system. It discusses how reform will affect consumers, employers, and hospitals. Key provisions include expanding Medicaid eligibility, establishing health insurance exchanges and essential benefit packages, providing premium subsidies, and introducing delivery system reforms like accountable care organizations to improve quality and efficiency. Hospitals will face Medicare and Medicaid payment cuts to help finance expanded coverage but also opportunities to participate in innovative payment models.
Health insurance protects individuals from high medical costs by covering expenses. In India, health insurance reaches only 13% of the population through various schemes. These include private plans, employer-based coverage, community-based insurance, and government programs. The largest government scheme is the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), which provides services to central government employees and retirees in 17 cities. Another major program is Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojna (RSBY), which offers health insurance to below poverty line families. However, challenges remain in increasing awareness, improving claims processes, and reducing disputes over pre-existing conditions. Research shows that losing health insurance leads to 40% fewer emergency room visits and 61% fewer hospital
Getting the deal through: Life Sciences Ireland 2019Matheson Law Firm
Matheson Life Sciences partners Michael Finn and Emma Doherty write on Life Sciences regulation in Ireland and provide an update on legislation and trends in the sector.
The document provides an overview of the New Zealand health care system. It begins by outlining the role of the government in providing health care and the responsibilities of district health boards. It then discusses coverage and financing, including public and private insurance. Services covered include preventative, primary, specialist, and long-term care. Quality is ensured through targets and performance monitoring of district health boards and primary care organizations. Efforts are being made to reduce health disparities experienced by indigenous Maori and Pacific Islander populations.
Life sciences regulations in Russia - 2015Andrey Zelenin
This document provides an overview of life sciences regulations in Russia. It discusses how the Russian healthcare system is organized and financed, as well as regulations governing pharmaceutical advertising and interactions between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals. Key points include:
- Healthcare in Russia is jointly governed by the federal and regional governments and financed through government budgets, mandatory medical insurance, and medical institution revenues.
- Advertising of prescription drugs is allowed only to healthcare professionals, while over-the-counter drug advertising can target the general public but must include warnings.
- Interactions between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals are restricted to prevent conflicts of interest, such as gifts, payments, or drug samples provided by companies.
The document provides information about Switzerland across several topics. It includes statistics about Switzerland's land, labor force, education system, healthcare system, taxation, banking and finance, intellectual property laws, and competition laws. Switzerland has a highly skilled labor force, universal healthcare coverage, and strong intellectual property protection. Its banking sector, stock exchange, and insurance industry are major contributors to the economy.
An Anlysis of Health Insurance in the NetherlandsMairin O'Connor
The Netherlands has a statutory health insurance system where everyone is required to purchase basic health insurance from private insurers. The basic insurance covers costs for primary care visits, hospital treatment, and prescription drugs. Citizens pay a fixed premium amount plus an income-based contribution. Additional private insurance can be purchased for services like dental and physiotherapy. Overall, the system is funded through payroll taxes, insured premiums, and government contributions, with the goal of providing universal healthcare coverage.
Australia has an annual healthcare spend of $140 billion. This webinar will explain the processes that companies need to go through to sell their products into the Australian hospital system.
The Australian health system is run through a combination of Commonwealth (or Federal) and State government management. Whilst the Commonwealth government sets the regulatory and policy agenda, each state and territory is responsible for the delivery and management of public health services.
In order to sell products into the Australian public hospital system, companies need to understand the different routes to market and processes involved in each state.
This webinar focused on providing UK healthcare & medical companies with an understanding of the different processes involved to sell into each state within the Australian public hospital system. It touched on regulation, reimbursement, procurement processes and advice on developing the market.
The swiss healthcare system without the health care financesRafael Rodriguez
The document summarizes key aspects of Switzerland's healthcare system. It outlines that the system is governed by the 1996 Health Insurance Law (LAMal) which mandates universal basic health insurance coverage. It describes the basic insurance package that covers hospital stays, outpatient care, nursing care, and other services. Supplementary private insurance can provide additional benefits. Healthcare is provided through independent general practitioners, specialists, and public or private hospitals. Insurers must provide basic policies and premiums are regulated, though deductibles and premium costs still vary between plans and regions.
Matheson partners Michael Finn and Robert O'Shea co-author the Ireland chapter for Getting The Deal Through: Life Sciences 2016.
Reproduced with permission from Law Business Research Ltd. This article was first published in Getting the Deal Through: Life Sciences 2016.
The document provides an overview of compliance training for ApolloMD and Groups. It discusses ApolloMD's commitment to legal and ethical conduct through its compliance program, which includes a compliance plan, training, committee, audits, and methods for reporting non-compliance. The training covers what the compliance program is, how to report anonymously, how the program applies to employees, who serves on the committee, how to contact the compliance officer, and definitions of key terms like HHS, OIG, fraud, abuse, and applicable laws.
Health insurance in India is growing but still has low coverage rates. Only 18% of urban and 14% of rural populations are covered. There are various public and private health insurance options that offer individual, family, and group coverage. Coverage typically includes inpatient hospitalization but recently some policies have begun covering outpatient care as well. Premiums and policies have grown significantly in recent decades but penetration remains low due to lack of competition. Several government programs also provide health insurance coverage.
Attended a meeting of the Los Angeles Healthcare Coalition in March 2014. Presented by Ibrahim Sankara, a French healthcare economist currently working with the UCLA School of Medicine. He presented a myriad of facts, and had a wealth of information beyond this document that facilitated a dynamic discussion of how the single-payor healthcare system in France was designed to truly serve all health needs of both citizens and non-citizens alike.
The document provides information about the Reliance HealthWise Policy. It summarizes how to obtain the policy, claim insurance, and key policy features. For persons under 45, one needs to fill a proposal form and pay the premium to the insurance advisor to obtain the policy. Those over 45 must undergo a medical test. The policy covers hospitalization expenses, day care treatments, pre and post hospitalization costs, and offers a cashless facility at networked hospitals. It also provides value added benefits like discounts on renewal and cost of health checkups. Certain diseases and treatments are excluded from coverage.
Health, Safety & Security in EmploymentKaren Houston
The document discusses key health and safety, accident compensation, privacy, and equality laws in New Zealand. It outlines the Health and Safety at Employment Act 1992, which promotes preventing harm at work. It also discusses the Accident Compensation Act 2001, which provides compensation for injuries, and the Accident Compensation Corporation which administers the scheme. Regarding privacy, it summarizes the Privacy Act 1993 and its 12 privacy principles. Finally, it briefly outlines the Human Rights Act 1993 and New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 relating to equality.
Helen Kelly and Eoin Kealy provide an analysis on State Aid in Ireland in a Q&A format which outlines the authorities responsible, procedural rules and EC enforcement.
Nhi and medical schemes amendment bill announcement minister's speechSABC News
Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi, the Minister of Health, held a press conference to discuss two bills - the Medical Schemes Amendment Bill and the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill. He first discussed amendments to the Medical Schemes Act, including abolishing co-payments, brokers, and replacing prescribed minimum benefits with comprehensive services. He then briefly introduced the NHI Bill, and took questions on both bills. The amendments aim to provide relief to patients struggling with costs and align the current system with the future NHI system.
This report from the Equality and Human Rights Commission summarizes its findings on equality and human rights progress in Britain since 2010. The report examines several areas including education, employment, health, justice, and individual rights. Overall, while there has been some progress in certain areas, the report finds that inequalities still exist and that significant challenges remain. The report is intended to inform policymakers and identify issues that require further action to improve equality and human rights.
This document discusses access to justice and legal aid in the UK. It provides:
1) A brief history of legal aid in the UK from 1949 to 1999, when the system developed from one initial state-funded scheme to six different schemes administered by the Legal Aid Board, with increasing costs over time.
2) An overview of the legal aid system before 1999, including the six schemes that covered legal advice, assistance and representation, and the problems that arose around eligibility, underfunding, fraud and standards.
3) An introduction to alternative sources of legal advice like Citizens Advice Bureaus and law centers.
4) Details on the Access to Justice Act 1999, which replaced the old legal aid
The Legal Services Commission (LSC) administers legal aid in England and Wales, helping over 2 million people annually with a budget of £2 billion. It oversees two schemes: the Community Legal Service, which provides civil legal aid, and the Criminal Defence Service for criminal legal aid. Eligibility for legal aid depends on an applicant's income and other financial limits. Conditional fee agreements (CFAs) allow individuals to pursue personal injury cases without legal aid by paying solicitors' fees only if their case succeeds.
The document summarizes how health care reform will change the US health care delivery system. It discusses how reform will affect consumers, employers, and hospitals. Key provisions include expanding Medicaid eligibility, establishing health insurance exchanges and essential benefit packages, providing premium subsidies, and introducing delivery system reforms like accountable care organizations to improve quality and efficiency. Hospitals will face Medicare and Medicaid payment cuts to help finance expanded coverage but also opportunities to participate in innovative payment models.
Health insurance protects individuals from high medical costs by covering expenses. In India, health insurance reaches only 13% of the population through various schemes. These include private plans, employer-based coverage, community-based insurance, and government programs. The largest government scheme is the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), which provides services to central government employees and retirees in 17 cities. Another major program is Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojna (RSBY), which offers health insurance to below poverty line families. However, challenges remain in increasing awareness, improving claims processes, and reducing disputes over pre-existing conditions. Research shows that losing health insurance leads to 40% fewer emergency room visits and 61% fewer hospital
Getting the deal through: Life Sciences Ireland 2019Matheson Law Firm
Matheson Life Sciences partners Michael Finn and Emma Doherty write on Life Sciences regulation in Ireland and provide an update on legislation and trends in the sector.
The document provides an overview of the New Zealand health care system. It begins by outlining the role of the government in providing health care and the responsibilities of district health boards. It then discusses coverage and financing, including public and private insurance. Services covered include preventative, primary, specialist, and long-term care. Quality is ensured through targets and performance monitoring of district health boards and primary care organizations. Efforts are being made to reduce health disparities experienced by indigenous Maori and Pacific Islander populations.
Life sciences regulations in Russia - 2015Andrey Zelenin
This document provides an overview of life sciences regulations in Russia. It discusses how the Russian healthcare system is organized and financed, as well as regulations governing pharmaceutical advertising and interactions between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals. Key points include:
- Healthcare in Russia is jointly governed by the federal and regional governments and financed through government budgets, mandatory medical insurance, and medical institution revenues.
- Advertising of prescription drugs is allowed only to healthcare professionals, while over-the-counter drug advertising can target the general public but must include warnings.
- Interactions between pharmaceutical companies and healthcare professionals are restricted to prevent conflicts of interest, such as gifts, payments, or drug samples provided by companies.
The UK provides public healthcare through the National Health Service (NHS) which was founded in 1946. Healthcare is free at the point of need and paid for through taxes, with around 18% of income tax and 8.4% of GDP spent on healthcare. The NHS performs efficiently according to studies, scoring well for quality of care and access, though it faces challenges from an aging population and rising costs. Private health insurance is also available and covers around 10% of the population.
How the Opioid Crisis and the SUPPORT Act Created a New Enforcement Reality: ...Epstein Becker Green
How the Opioid Crisis and the SUPPORT Act Created a New Enforcement Reality: Trends in Behavioral Health Webinar Series
Presented by
Richard W. Westling – Member, Epstein Becker Green
Katherine Bowles – Attorney, Nelson Hardiman
Part of a "first Thursdays" webinar series hosted by Behavioral Health Association of Providers, Epstein Becker & Green, P.C., and Nelson Hardiman, LLP.
During 2018, the Department of Justice dedicated additional enforcement resources to address the opioid crisis. By adding criminal penalties targeted at kickbacks in the SUD provider space, the SUPPORT Act significantly enhanced the many tools already available to the DOJ. These efforts will also likely further embolden private payor review activities.
More info: https://www.ebglaw.com/events/how-the-opioid-crisis-and-the-support-act-created-a-new-enforcement-reality-trends-in-behavioral-health-webinar-series/
These materials have been provided for informational purposes only and are not intended and should not be construed to constitute legal advice. The content of these materials is copyrighted to Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.
This document provides information about information governance standards and responsibilities in the NHS. It discusses key topics like the Caldicott principles for handling patient information, the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, and NHS Constitution. The main points are that everyone in the NHS has a responsibility to maintain confidentiality and handle information securely and ethically according to legal and best practice standards. This includes following guidelines on access, disclosure, records management, staff training, and reporting security breaches.
Rajeev Sharma - Ontario health privacy law Omar Ha-Redeye
This document outlines Ontario's privacy laws regarding personal health information. It summarizes that several statutes regulate privacy and disclosure of medical information in Ontario, notably the Personal Health Information Protection Act. This act regulates collection, use and disclosure of personal health information by health information custodians like hospitals, doctors, and pharmacies. It aims to balance privacy rights with the needs of the healthcare system. The document then discusses enforcement of these laws through complaints, penalties, lawsuits and reputational harm for non-compliance.
Canada has a universal healthcare system that is publicly funded and administered at the provincial level. It aims to provide comprehensive coverage to all Canadian citizens and permanent residents. However, there are some issues with long wait times to see specialists or receive elective surgeries. The UK has a similar universal healthcare system called the National Health Service, while the US relies more heavily on private insurance with high costs for many Americans. Myanmar's healthcare system has gaps between providers and patients due to limited resources.
The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare submitted comments in response to interim final regulations for internal claims and appeals processes and external review. The National Council represents over 1,700 community mental health and addiction treatment providers. They urged the Departments to (1) increase transparency in health plan decision making, (2) reduce barriers to the appeals process, and (3) provide support to state regulators to ensure enforcement of consumer protections.
The document discusses Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and Conditions for Coverage (CfCs), which are health and safety regulations that must be met by Medicare and Medicaid providers. The CoPs help ensure high quality care and quality improvement. CMS establishes CoPs or CfCs for various healthcare organizations and provider types. Revisions are made to the CoPs in response to statutory changes, administration policies, national issues, medical practice changes, and other factors. Current priority issues in revising the CoPs include reducing healthcare acquired conditions, avoidable hospital readmissions, regulatory burden on providers, and improving antibiotic stewardship.
The document summarizes the evolution of the UK healthcare system and its experimentation with value-based approaches. It discusses:
1) The centralized NHS system and the influential role of NICE in determining cost-effectiveness of treatments.
2) Recent initiatives to introduce pay-for-performance models and identify variations in care pathways to increase value.
3) The challenges of clearly defining and measuring "value" given mixed results from these experiments and structural healthcare reforms that fragmented the system.
Overview of the Draft Jigawa State Public Health Security Bill 2022 (Dec).pptxEmem Udoh
The Jigawa State Public Health Security Bill 2022 seeks to reform public health laws in Nigeria to address issues highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including inadequate legal procedures and provisions to implement public health measures. The proposed bill is divided into 20 parts and 168 sections to provide legal guidance on key issues like addressing the complete emergency lifecycle, defining triggering events, balancing decision-making with oversight, adequately funding response efforts, and fulfilling IHR obligations while protecting human rights and safeguarding healthcare workers. The goal is to establish a robust legal framework that supports integrated disease surveillance, ensures health data sharing across governance levels, and promotes transparency.
Ed Millensted - Innovation Scouts: Collaboration and learningInnovation Agency
Presentation by Ed Millensted, Programme Manager, Innovation Agency at the Innovation Scouts: Collaboration and learning event on Thursday, 10 October at The Royal College of Physicians, Liverpool.
PowerPoint Presentation giving a brief history of care and support and the context for the current changes to the social care system. Presentations was delivered by Simon Medcalf and Kevin Kitching at the 'Personalisation and the Care Act consultation events' hosted by TLAP, Department of Health, the Local Government Association (LGA) and Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) on Monday 21st July 2014 in London and 23 July 2014 in Manchester.
Simon Medcalf is Deputy Director of Social Care Policy and Legislation at Department of Health and Kevin Kitching is Personalisation Policy Manager Social Care, Local Government and Care Partnerships Directorate at Department of Health.
The document provides an overview of the German healthcare system. It describes how the system is based on both public and private insurance, with public insurance covering around 88% of the population. Public insurance is funded through income-related contributions from employers and employees. The system aims to provide equal coverage to all citizens regardless of income or age. It covers a wide range of medical services and utilizes various strategies to ensure quality of care and reduce disparities.
The document discusses key aspects of the US health care system including:
1) The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act which reformed the US health care system.
2) Measuring national health through reports like Healthy People 2020 and comparing US health indicators to other countries.
3) Concerns around sedentary lifestyles, obesity, and chronic illness in the US and efforts to address health disparities.
This document provides an overview of HIPAA privacy laws and regulations for medical professionals. It discusses the significance of the Hippocratic Oath in establishing ethical principles of patient privacy and confidentiality. It then reviews key aspects of HIPAA, including how protected health information can be shared, patient rights regarding privacy violations, and consequences for non-compliance. Medical facilities must adhere to HIPAA's Privacy and Security Rules regarding paper and electronic protected health information to avoid penalties like fines or employee termination.
The document discusses key aspects of the US health policy and delivery system, including:
1) The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 aims to address issues of affordability, accessibility, and financing of healthcare.
2) Measuring national health through reports and initiatives helps inform policymakers but US faces challenges of chronic diseases and health disparities.
3) Reforms are changing the US healthcare delivery system to improve safety and quality through organizations like the Institute of Medicine.
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The key points from the document are:
1. Ireland introduced formal transfer pricing legislation in 2010 that requires transactions between related parties to be conducted at arm's length prices.
2. The Irish transfer pricing rules were substantially updated in 2019 to broaden their scope of application.
3. Under the Irish rules, the taxable profits of companies must be computed based on accounting profits, subject to any adjustments required by law, including transfer pricing adjustments. Adjustments may deem transactions at undervalue to be deemed distributions for company law purposes.
Lexology Getting the Deal Through Air Transport 2020Matheson Law Firm
Finance and Capital Markets partners Rory McPhilips and Stuart Kennedy and senior associate, Stephen Gardiner co-author the Ireland chapter of Getting the Deal Through Air Transport 2020.
Corporate M&A partners Brian McCloskey and Fergus Bolster co-author the Ireland chapter of the International Comparative Legal Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions..
Stuart Kennedy, partner, authors The Assumption of Jurisdiction by the Irish Courts in Cases Involving the Registrar of the International chapter of the Cape Town Convention Journal.
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1. Ireland taxes individuals based on their residence and domicile status. Resident and domiciled individuals are taxed on worldwide income and capital gains. Resident but non-domiciled individuals are taxed on Irish-source income and foreign income remitted to Ireland.
2. Ireland has gift, estate, and wealth transfer taxes called Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT) imposed on beneficiaries. Rates are 33% but certain transfers like between spouses are exempt.
3. Other relevant taxes include income tax, capital gains tax, universal social charge, value-added tax, stamp duties, and a domicile levy for high-earning non-domiciled individuals.
International Comparative Legal Guide to Private Equity 2019Matheson Law Firm
Corporate partner, Brian McCloskey and Tax partner, Aidan Fahy co-author the Ireland chapter of the International Comparative Legal Guide to Private Equity 2019.
Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution partner, April McClements and senior associate, Aoife McCluskey co-author the Ireland chapter of the Class Actions Law Review, 3rd Edition.
Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution partner, Julie Murphy O'Connor and senior associate, Kevin Gahan co-author the Ireland chapter of the Insolvency Review, 7th Edition.
International Comparative Legal Guide to Business Crime 2020Matheson Law Firm
Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution partners Karen Reynolds and Claire McLoughlin co-author the Ireland chapter of the International Comparative Legal Guide to Business Crime.
This document provides information about transfer pricing rules and regulations in Ireland. It discusses the primary Irish transfer pricing legislation, the government agency responsible for enforcement, the role of the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines, the types of transactions covered by the rules, and Ireland's adherence to the arm's length principle. It also addresses Ireland's implementation of the OECD's base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) project and its effects on the applicable transfer pricing rules.
Finance and Capital Market partners Rory McPhillips and Stuart Kennedy and senior associate, Stephen Gardiner co-author the Ireland chapter of GTDT Air Transport 2020.
Getting the Deal Through: Insurance Litigation 2019Matheson Law Firm
Litigation partners, Sharon Daly and April McClements and senior associate, Aoife McCluskey author the Ireland chapter of Getting the Deal Through 2019.
Ireland introduced formal transfer pricing legislation in 2010 that broadly applies the arm's length principle to transactions between related parties, requiring the substitution of an arm's length amount for the actual consideration in computing taxable profits. The legislation applies equally to domestic and international transactions but does not apply to small and medium-sized enterprises. An adjustment to the accounting profits for tax purposes under the transfer pricing rules could also result in a deemed distribution under company law if the transaction was undertaken at an undervalue.
सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने यह भी माना था कि मजिस्ट्रेट का यह कर्तव्य है कि वह सुनिश्चित करे कि अधिकारी पीएमएलए के तहत निर्धारित प्रक्रिया के साथ-साथ संवैधानिक सुरक्षा उपायों का भी उचित रूप से पालन करें।
The presentation deals with the concept of Right to Default Bail laid down under Section 167 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973 and Section 187 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023.
Business law for the students of undergraduate level. The presentation contains the summary of all the chapters under the syllabus of State University, Contract Act, Sale of Goods Act, Negotiable Instrument Act, Partnership Act, Limited Liability Act, Consumer Protection Act.
Sangyun Lee, 'Why Korea's Merger Control Occasionally Fails: A Public Choice ...Sangyun Lee
Presentation slides for a session held on June 4, 2024, at Kyoto University. This presentation is based on the presenter’s recent paper, coauthored with Hwang Lee, Professor, Korea University, with the same title, published in the Journal of Business Administration & Law, Volume 34, No. 2 (April 2024). The paper, written in Korean, is available at <https://shorturl.at/GCWcI>.
Corporate Governance : Scope and Legal Frameworkdevaki57
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
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Corporate Governance refers to the way in which companies are governed and to what purpose. It identifies who has power and accountability, and who makes decisions. It is, in essence, a toolkit that enables management and the board to deal more effectively with the challenges of running a company.
Pedal to the Court Understanding Your Rights after a Cycling Collision.pdfSunsetWestLegalGroup
The immediate step is an intelligent choice; don’t procrastinate. In the aftermath of the crash, taking care of yourself and taking quick steps can help you protect yourself from significant injuries. Make sure that you have collected the essential data and information.