Elder Law

Sleep diagnostic clinic accused of FCA violations
HMS Diagnostics, Inc., a sleep disorder center, reported that it is being investigated for improper Medicare billing.The company's press release characterizes their alleged mischarging as a possible violation of "little known regulations...

Therapies for Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder can have a devastating effect on one?s life. The manic depressive disorder affects daily routines, relationships, stress levels, career and social interaction. In addition to pharmaceutical treatments such as anti-depressants, psychotherapy is another form of treatment that can be very helpful for those experiencing bipolar disorder...

Court Blocks White House Push on Medicare Expenses
The New York Times reports that a federal court has blocked the Bush administration?s effort to save money on Medicare by paying for only the least expensive treatments for particular conditions...

SLEEP APNEA CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK FACTOR FOR AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY
Is it snoring or sleep apnea? Well, if you?re snoring you are disturbing your significant other?s sleep and if its sleep apnea, you have a disorder that disrupts your sleep. In any case, there are people not getting a good night?s sleep and that can lead to drowsy driving...

Sleep Disorders And Social Security Disability
Many people suffer from various sleep disorders. The Social Security Administration recognizes a variety of causes for sleeping disorders including: Sleep Apnea, Bi-Polar Disorder, and Narcolepsy...

PTSD - Genetic Link
Post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD has a genetic code that makes certain individuals more susceptible than others to stress related disorders. Scientists have identified a gene with the genetic code that makes people more susceptible to PTSD or post traumatic stress disorder...

Medicare
Guide to government health insurance for the elderly

sleep positioners
Infant Sleep Positioner Manufacturers Face Potential Class Action

Uninsured Patients
Scripps Health agrees to refund 35% of overpriced medical treatments in class action settlement.

Metoclopramide
Associated with Development of Movement Disorder

Horizon Blue Cross
Eating Disorder Settlement Finalized

PTDS class action
Veterans Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Class Action

Home Hospice of North Texas
$500,000 settlement reached in Medicare fraud lawsuit.