As part of its efforts under the Regulatory Sprint, CMS and the OIG issued new exceptions and safe harbors through the Stark Law Final Rule and the AKS Final Rule, respectively (the “Final Rules”). The Final Rules generally become effective January 19, 2021; however, changes under the Stark Law Final Rule to the group practice rules relating to profit shares and productivity bonuses will become effective on January 1, 2022. 

We have authored a White Paper and two supplemental client resources (all linked below) to provide a thorough overview of the upcoming changes under the Final Rules.

White Paper

VBA Exceptions and Safe Harbors Under the Stark Law and AKS Final Rules

Client Resources

Something Good from 2020: Greater Stark Law Flexibility
Expanded Availability of Anti-Kickback Statute Safe Harbors

If you have any questions regarding these resources, please contact one of the authors, listed below, or any member of Kutak Rock’s National Healthcare Practice Group.