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Crafting Contracts: Service Agreement Strategies for the Do-It-Yourselfer
Presented by Landon Tooke

As presented at HBMA's 2024 Fall Conference September 17th-19th, 2024.

Description: 
This presentation delves into the intricacies of contract law as it applies to service agreements in the healthcare industry, specifically for revenue cycle management client agreements. The presentation starts with an overview of contract law principles relevant to healthcare. It then progresses to a detailed analysis of service agreements, highlighting essential clauses and their legal implications. Emphasis is placed on compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, such as HIPAA, the Anti-Kickback Statute, and the Stark Law, underscoring the legal consequences of non-compliance.

A significant portion of the session is dedicated to practical strategies for drafting legally sound contracts, negotiating terms, and managing risks and liabilities. Through real-world case studies, participants gain insights into common legal disputes and learn from these examples to avoid similar issues.

Learning Objectives
Course participants will be able to:

1. Grasp the basics of contract law as it applies to healthcare service agreements.
2. Identify crucial clauses in service agreements and understand their legal impacts.
3. Learn to align service agreements with healthcare legal requirements.
4. Understand how to identify and mitigate legal risks in contracts.
5. Gain insights from case studies to avoid common legal issues in service agreements.