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If you are listening to this podcast it means that you have probably received a letter from the Agency for Healthcare Administration (“AHCA”) stating that they have uncovered criminal offenses that disqualify you from working for a health care provider. AHCA may have uncovered this offense a result of background screening submitted as part of the employment process for a health care provider and/or participation as a Medicaid provider. This applies to clinical staff as well as facility owners, administrators and chief financial officers and those seeking enrollment as a provider in the Florida Medicaid program. Fear not, because you may be eligible to file an Exemption from Disqualification if you meet certain criteria.

Our firm can assist you with demonstrating to AHCA by clear and convincing evidence that an exemption from disqualification should be granted. The application will only be reviewed once all relevant supporting documents are received by AHCA. Filling out the application can be a bit tricky, so you should definitely hire a health law attorney that has experience with doing so in order to prevent delays in processing your application.

Once you’ve submitted your application it takes approximately 30 days for AHCA to render its decision to you. Exemptions granted by one agency will be considered by other agencies, but it is not binding on subsequent agencies. It is possible for AHCA and DOH to deny your application even though you feel you meet the criteria for an exemption. In those instances, our firm will represent you before AHCA and DOH Boards if you chose to contest the Agency decision. You have 21 days from the date you sign for the certified letter to request an appeal. The administrative law judge will only decide whether the agency’s intended action is an abuse of discretion.

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If you are a nurse (i.e. LPN, RN, APRN, etc) and have decided to participate in the Intervention Project for Nurses (“IPN”) you will first have to undergo an evaluation, which will include an interview with an IPN approved doctor and a toxicology test. After this evaluation has been completed, IPN may suggest no monitoring or require that you enter into a monitoring contract.

Typically, you have roughly two weeks to sign the monitoring contract. Prior to signing the contract, you should thoroughly review the IPN Participant Manual so that you understand the requirements for participation. The last thing you want is to comply with the monitoring contract only to have your contract extended or have your case referred to the Board of Nursing because you failed to adhere to the Participant Manual’s requirements.

You will also receive a contract packet, which will include: (1) Progress Evaluation for Therapy Form; (2) Work Performance Evaluation Form; (3) Notice of Address/Employer Change; (4) IPN Medication Management Evaluation Form and (5) Medication Report. Depending on your situation you many not be required to complete all of these forms.

Contract lengths typically vary from 2 – 5 years and you are required to keep your contact information updated throughout the term of the contract. IPN will review your participation after one year of active monitoring. If you comply with the terms of the contract they will grant you early completion and suspend your contract. For example, if you are have a 2 year contract term and you pass all of your toxicology testing and other requirements under the contract IPN may suspend the second year of your contract so that you can return to practice without any further obligations under the contract.

During the contract period you will be required to undergo random toxicology testing. This is an abstinence contract which means that you are prohibited from using mood altering, controlled or addictive substances including alcohol or alcohol-based products or THC/cannabis products (i.e. CBD, Hemp, etc.). This is true even if you are not participating in the IPN program for any of these specific products.

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Sedation Dentistry is a mild to moderate level of sedation used to assist dental patients with attaining a temporary insensitivity to pain while remaining conscious. Typically, this is used for lengthier procedures and is also found to be very beneficial for patients that suffer from anxiety about having dental work done. It is also offered to minimize the amount of pain felt during a procedure. For lengthier or more painful procedures such as root canals, it is always recommended.

The Florida Board of Dentistry allows dentists to administer a small dose of oral sedation without having advanced training or permitting. A single dose of a medicine is allowed up to the maximum dosage per patient weight. Dentists are also allowed to supplement with nitrous oxide. This is considered “minimal sedation”. Formal advanced training in sedation is required to administer “moderate sedation”. This is done through an internship or an approved course. Dental professionals must complete 60 hours of didactic instruction on a minimum of 20 patients, and an inspection of the office must be performed including a demonstration of an emergency drill before any permit is issued with the Board of Dentistry. To administer “deep sedation” or general anesthesia, a dentist must complete a residency in General Anesthesia an receive a permit from the Board of Dentistry. Pediatric sedation requires a completely separate permit and training requirements.

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In this episode we are discussing Psychiatry with Aminata Cisse, M.D.! Dr. Cisse is a board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in mental health disorders. Her blog "Am Taar Wellness" offers an integrated approach of holistic healing and traditional psychiatric care, specifically tailored to the needs of women of the African Diaspora.  During our discussion, Dr. Cisse discussed a range of topics including: (1) the distinction between a Psychiatrist and Psychologist; (2) challenges of being a black psychiatrist and for those seeking treatment; (3) a typical day in the office and finding balance; (4) the media's impact on our perception of psychiatry; (5) myths about psychiatry and pros/cons of being a psychiatrist; (5) the impact of social media on our mental health; (6) COVID-19 vaccine's impact on our short-term and long-term mental health; and (7) is telepsychiatry less effective than in-person consultations, and more.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Dr. Aminata Cisse can be reached at:

Instagram: @dr.amicisse

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.AmTaarWellness.com

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In this episode we are discussing Ophthalmology with Sergio Morello, Jr., M.D.! Dr. Morello has been practicing Ophthalmology for over 30 years in both his native Brazil as well as the United States. Dr. Morello recently partnered with a colleague to open South Florida Eye Health with locations in Sunrise and Aventura, Florida. During our discussion, Dr. Morello discussed a range of topics including: (1) Growing up in Brazil with a family of physicians and then moving to the United States to practice Medicine; (2) distinctions between Ophthalmologists and Optometrists; (3) a typical day in the office and the types of surgeries that he performs, such as Lasik and PRK; (4) frequency with which we should see an Ophthalmologist, how to monitor one's eye health, and how lifestyle choices can affect your vision; (5) common eye diseases and how diabetes can lead to vision loss; (5) the evolution and technological advancements in ophthalmology; (6) COVID-19 vaccine's impact on our vision; (7) balancing work and his personal life, and more.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Dr. Sergio Morello can be reached at:

Phone: 954-859-2020

Web: www.SouthFloridaEyeHealth.com

Address: 7800 W Oakland Park Blvd, Building B, Unit 205, Sunrise, FL 33351

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In this episode we are discussing acupuncture with Olivia Gold, A.P., Dipl.O.M.! Ms. Gold a NCCAOM Board Certified Acupuncture Physician and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine and runs her own practice called Gold Point Acupuncture. During our discussion, Ms. Gold discussed a range of topics including: (1) Her training and what it's like studying Chinese medicine, the pros & cons of being an acupuncturist, and what a typical day is like in the office for her; (2) she defines acupuncture and the other types of Chinese medicine; (3) myths about acupuncture and how she educates clients on the difference between western and eastern medicine; (4) the types of conditions that acupuncture can treat and its benefits; (5) the cost of acupuncture and length of time it takes to experience results; (5) patient demographics in acupuncture; (6) how acupuncture is treated differently from state to state; and more.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Ms. Olivia Gold can be reached at:

Phone: 904-613-9455

Web: www.GoldPointAcupuncture.com

Instagram: @GoldPointACU

Address: 3107 Sawgrass Village Circle, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082

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In this episode we are discussing oral health with Pediatric Dentist, Marvin Abarca, D.D.S.! Dr. Abarca is a Board-Certified Florida licensed dentist and after several years of practicing recently opened his own dental clinic called Little Champions Pediatric Dentistry. During our discussion, Dr. Abarca discussed a range of topics including: (1) His training and finishing top of his class at an HBCU, the pros & cons of being a dentist, and what a typical day is like in the office for him; (2) differences between general and pediatric dentistry; (3) how to maintain oral health in kids and teenagers; (4) poor diet and lack of exercise and the effect it has on oral health; (5) affordability of dental care and the evolution of dentistry; (5) myths and misconceptions about pediatric dentistry; (6) substance abuse's impact on oral health; and more.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Dr. Marvin Abarca can be reached at:

Phone: 305-285-8341

Web: www.LittleChampionsDental.com

Instagram: @LittleChampionsDental

Address: 1330 Coral Way, Suite 406, Miami, FL 33145

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In this episode we are discussing COVID-19 and prescription medication with pharmacist, Maria Frangos! Ms. Frangos is a licensed pharmacist in the New York City area and works in a private retail pharmacy. During our discussion, Ms. Frangos discussed a range of topics including: (1) Her training, practicing as a woman, the pros & cons of being a pharmacist, and what a typical day is like in the office for her; (2) the evolution of the pharmacy industry; (3) substance abuse and diversion of prescription medication; (4) the long term effects of prescription drug abuse; (5) different types of prescription drugs across various demographics; (5) practicing during the COVID-19 pandemic; (6) her opinion of pharmaceutical sales reps; and (7) the costs of prescription medication.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss, such as the COVID-19 Vaccine, testing for COVID-19, prescription medication abuse and more. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Maria Frangos can be reached at:

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @mfrxangos

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In this episode we get down and dirty with Podiatry! Dr. Jemaar Graham is a Florida licensed podiatrist who treats individuals as well as athletes who suffer from foot injuries and conditions. During our discussion, Dr. Graham discussed a range of topics including: (1) His training, practicing while black, the pros & cons of being a doctor, and what a typical day is like in the office for him; (2) Foot Fetishes and plastic surgery for feet"; (3) myths about podiatry; (4) the most common types of conditions and recovery after serious foot injuries; (5) What type of sneakers should you wear to play basketball and why women should stop wearing high heals; (5) what causes varicose veins and planter fasciitis and how to treat them; (6) the role that diet plays in foot conditions (i.e. diabetes); (7) should I be weary of nail salons and how to prevent toe fungus; (8) practicing during the COVID-19 pandemic; and (9) the evolution of podiatry.

We touch on a wide range of topics in this podcast that I know you don't want to miss especially if you've been having lingering foot problems, such as bunions, athletes foot, or toe fungus. Don't forget to listen and share with anyone that you think would be interested in listening as well.

Dr. Graham can be reached at:

Instagram: @graham.dpm

Phone: 941-919-3666

Web: 360-Orthopedics.com

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“Health Law” is broad and interdisciplinary term used to describe an area of legal practice by which certain local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and other jurisprudence regulate individuals, the health industry, and the delivery and financing of healthcare services. Many national and state boards and associations have created rules and regulations in order to protect rights of the public and those practicing or working in the healthcare industry. While these rules and regulations are not legally binding under the color of the law, many courts view these rules favorably and they hold great weight in courtroom proceedings.

Many of those practicing within the healthcare industry may not be aware of the laws that govern their practice area. The healthcare industry is highly regulated and the laws governing the industry are complex and interconnected in many instances. It usually takes the assistance of an expert in Health Law to assist you to ensure that you are acting within the confines of the applicable Health Law or any other law that may impact your relationship or transaction. It is important to be proactive rather than reactive to avoid any investigations by governmental agencies, licensing boards, or associations.

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