Strategic Guidance

• National growth strategies
• Non-profit healthcare structures
• Dental Service Organizations
• Multidisciplinary medical practices

Wade provides counsel to healthcare organizations seeking to develop robust growth strategies and optimize their business structures. With experience advising on national expansion plans, Wade helps clients develop sustainable strategies that align with their mission and goals.

Wade also has expertise in advising non-profit healthcare entities and their unique business challenges. For dental service organizations and multidisciplinary medical practices, Wade offers tailored guidance on corporate structures, partnerships, and acquisitions to support their unique needs and objectives. By leveraging his understanding of the healthcare landscape, Wade empowers clients to make informed decisions and achieve long-term success.

Regulatory Compliance Advice

• Federal and state fraud & abuse laws: Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, Civil Monetary Penalties Law (CMPL), Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act (EKRA)
• HIPAA, EMTALA, No Surprises Act
• Data Privacy and Governance

Wade provides comprehensive regulatory compliance advice to healthcare providers, helping them navigate the complex web of federal and state laws with confidence. With expertise in fraud and abuse laws, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, Civil Monetary Penalties Law (CMPL), and the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act (EKRA), Wade helps clients mitigate risks and avoid costly penalties.

Wade is an Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M Law School, teaching a course on Healthcare Fraud & Abuse.

Wade also guides organizations through the intricacies of HIPAA, EMTALA, the No Surprises Act, and other federal and state laws, allowing them to maintain compliance while delivering exceptional patient care.

Recognizing the critical importance of data privacy in the digital age, Wade works closely with clients to develop robust data governance plans that safeguard sensitive information and maintain trust. By leveraging his knowledge and practical experience, Wade enables healthcare providers to focus on their core mission while confidently navigating the ever-evolving regulatory landscape.

Reimbursement and Audit Defense

• Medicare and Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) audits
• Commercial insurance audits
• False Claims Act and Qui Tam defense

As a skilled healthcare law attorney, Wade supports healthcare providers facing the daunting challenges of Medicare, Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC), and commercial insurance audits. With extensive experience resolving False Claims Act and qui tam actions, Wade offers strategic guidance to clients, helping them mount a robust defense to protect their company, practice, and reputation.

Wade’s adept understanding of the regulatory landscape allows him to anticipate potential pitfalls and develop proactive strategies to minimize risks. By leveraging keen analytical skills and persuasive advocacy, Wade ensures that his clients’ interests are vigorously defended, enabling them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care with peace of mind.

Retail Medicine Support

• Medical weight loss clinics
• Med spas and IV hydration therapy clinics

Wade provides comprehensive legal guidance to entrepreneurs and healthcare providers establishing and operating medical weight loss clinics, med spas, and IV hydration therapy clinics. With a deep understanding of Texas laws, such as the Corporate Practice of Medicine Doctrine, and the unique regulatory structure in the state, Wade offers strategic advice on licensing, scope of practice, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Wade’s expertise extends to drafting and reviewing contracts, informed consent forms, and other critical legal documents to protect his clients’ interests and mitigate risks. By staying abreast of the latest industry trends and legal developments, Wade serves as a trusted advisor to clients in all phases of the business cycle. Whether launching a new venture or seeking to expand an existing practice, Wade is committed to providing the personalized advice needed to thrive.

Healthcare License Defense

• Defend providers in licensing board complaints and investigations
• Experience with Texas Medical Board, Texas Nursing Board, Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Texas Board of Pharmacy, and Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors

Wade provides robust healthcare license defense to providers facing complaints and investigations from Texas licensing boards. With extensive experience representing clients before various regulatory bodies, Wade has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and high stakes involved in these proceedings.

Wade works tirelessly to protect his clients’ livelihoods and reputations, leveraging his keen analytical skills and persuasive advocacy to craft compelling defenses and negotiate favorable resolutions. By providing personalized attention and wise counsel throughout the process, Wade allows healthcare professionals to deal with the anxieties of licensing board investigations with confidence. Whether facing an initial complaint or a formal disciplinary action, Wade is committed to fighting for his clients’ licenses and ensuring that their voices are heard.