Sometimes we forget that even small and medium-sized providers can run afoul of antitrust laws and regulations. Often these activities are well-intentioned. It’s not uncommon for competing providers to want to work together to foster collaboration, cost-efficiencies, and access to care. However, these types of joint activities, when conducted by independent providers, can raise antitrust issues.
It’s important your employees, especially those in leadership and management positions, understand the types of conduct and activities that raise antitrust issues so they can seek further guidance and legal advice when these issues arise. This is even more important now, in light of the focus the Biden Administration has placed on antitrust enforcement, especially in the healthcare industry, and its revocation of longstanding antitrust guidance and “safety zones” providers previously relied on.
Our podcast this week discusses the types of antitrust issues that can arise among small and medium-sized providers, including advice on how to educate your executive and management-level employees on these issues.
You will also find a free handout on our resources page that you can use as a refresher for your team.
