Defense of Doctors

Medical professionals face unique and serious risks when targeted by federal investigators. As a former federal agent and prosecutor with the HHS-OIG, I have an insider understanding of how the government builds cases against physicians, dentists, and other healthcare providers.

When a doctor receives a subpoena, a search warrant, or a knock on the door from federal agents, the stakes could not be higher. A federal criminal conviction can result in exclusion from Medicare and Medicaid, loss of medical licensure, and significant prison time.

Common Issues Facing Physicians

• Medicare and Medicaid billing fraud allegations
• Kickback and anti-referral violations (Stark Law)
• Controlled substance prescribing investigations (DEA)
• False claims and upcoding allegations
• Medical Board disciplinary proceedings
• Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs)

Representation Before the Texas Medical Board

Physicians facing disciplinary proceedings before the Texas Medical Board (TMB) need experienced legal representation from the moment they receive notice of a complaint or investigation. TMB proceedings can result in license suspension, revocation, probation, or formal reprimand — consequences that can permanently alter a physician's career and reputation.

I represent physicians at every stage of the TMB disciplinary process, including:

• Initial complaint response — Crafting a comprehensive, strategic response to TMB complaints that addresses the allegations and presents your case in the strongest possible light.
• Informal settlement conferences — Negotiating directly with TMB staff and investigators to resolve matters before they escalate to formal disciplinary action.
• Formal hearings before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) — Providing full hearing representation when cases proceed to contested evidentiary proceedings.
• Appeals — Challenging adverse TMB orders through the administrative appeals process and, where necessary, in state district court.

TMB investigations often run parallel to federal or criminal proceedings involving the same conduct. As both a former federal prosecutor and a healthcare compliance attorney, I am uniquely positioned to manage both tracks simultaneously and ensure that your defense strategy is coordinated and consistent across all proceedings.

I provide proactive legal counsel and aggressive defense representation to physicians and other healthcare professionals under investigation. Do not speak to federal agents without first consulting an attorney. Contact me today for a confidential consultation.