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Hanging a Shingle? Things to Keep in Mind When Starting a Solo Practice & AHCA License Exemptions

Becoming a licensed medical practice in Florida involves key steps to ensure compliance with state regulations and standards of care. Providers often must thoroughly review the licensing requirements outlined by....
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Common Problems with Licensure Applications: Resumes and Curriculum Vitae

Most professionals prepare a resume or curriculum vitae (CV), and they use it for various purposes.  They may be used to apply for licenses, employment, education, professional associations, presentations and....
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Why You Need an Attorney to Safeguard Your Professional License

Licensed professionals in Florida are well aware of the stringent requirements and standards set by the Department of Health (DOH) and various professional boards. These regulations are meant to safeguard....
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Mandatory Online License Renewals for Health Care Providers

As an owner and operator of a health care facility in Florida, you are likely familiar with the licensing renewal process with the Agency for Healthcare Administration (“AHCA”), which is....
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New Florida Law Affects Healthcare Professionals Who Have a Criminal Past

I. Present Situation Current law requires certain health care employees to be screened for a history of criminal offenses. Similarly, where one works within the health care field, for example....
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How to Respond to a Florida Department of Health Investigation?

Key Considerations for Healthcare Professionals A frequent question asked by health care professionals who are faced with an investigation by their professional board and the Florida Department of Health (DOH)....
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Protecting Your Healthcare License in Florida: Navigating Your Administrative Complaint in 5 Steps

The moment you receive an administrative complaint against your health care license in Florida can be unsettling but protecting your license means understanding your options and risks. Honestly, a complaint....
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Why a Local Presence Matters in Defending Your License

Location matters when Florida licensing agencies like the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), the Department of Health, or the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation are building a....
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Should You Go Before a Professional Licensing Board Alone?

If you’ve received an administrative complaint against your professional, health care, or facility license and are considering representing yourself before these state licensing boards, you should watch this video first.....
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Why Hire Our Law Firm to Litigate Against AHCA and DOH?

When your professional or health care license is in jeopardy, the agencies like Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Department of Health (DOH) are bringing their A-game....
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Commonly Cited Deficiencies Against Assisted Living Facilities

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) licenses, oversees, and governs Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and their operations. AHCA regularly inspects licensed assisted living facilities. During inspection, AHCA inspectors....
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Congratulations to Attorney Rickey Strong: ALF Administrator Certification!

Rickey L. Strong, Esquire....
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