Over several years, Hobbs Straus attorneys developed tribal gaming regulatory and operational infrastructure for several Oklahoma tribes.
Health Care
- Provide counsel to tribes and tribal organizations on operation and expansion of health programs under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA).
- Advocate for Indian health legislation and enhanced appropriations to better address the health care needs of Indian communities.
- Monitor and participate in regulatory procedures on Indian health issues.
- Advocate for changes in Medicare and Medicaid laws and policies to reduce barriers to participation by Indian people and Indian health programs.
- Negotiate contracts and self-governance agreements for the operation of Indian Health Service (IHS)-funded hospitals and other health programs.
- Provide advice on the application of the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) to medical malpractice claims against tribal health contractors.
- Provide advice on the eligibility rules governing the provision of IHS-funded health services and the authority of tribes to make the determination to serve non-Indians.
- Advise on personnel issues, federal and state licensing requirements and Indian and tribal employment preference laws.
- Provide counsel related to JCAHO or alternative standards, and compliance actions.
- Assist tribal clients in complying with Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
- Provide counsel on application of Stark and anti-kickback laws to physician/hospital agreements.
