Offit Kurman

Healthcare

Principal, Chair of Healthcare Practice Group

George W. Bodenger is Chair of Offit Kurman's Healthcare Practice Group. George has practiced healthcare law for over 30 years, representing a broad spectrum of healthcare providers, including hospitals, health systems, physician practices, pharmacies, ambulatory surgical centers, sleep centers and clinical laboratories. His wealth of experience spans corporate and transactional matters, government enforcement issues (e.g., DOJ, OIG), fraud and abuse counseling, Stark Law compliance, buy-sell agreements, employment matters and group practice mergers. George also represents healthcare providers in reimbursement disputes involving Medicare, Medicaid and private payors. Additionally, he has extensive experience in HIPAA compliance and enforcement matters.

George also advises entrepreneurs and closely held businesses across various industries. His focus areas include purchase, sale, and merger transactions; employment and independent contractor agreements; commercial leasing; corporate governance; and corporate restructurings. He has worked extensively with startups through all stages of growth and development and with multi-generational private companies.

Before joining Offit Kurman, George founded his own law firm and previously chaired the healthcare practice groups at other prominent Philadelphia law firms. Prior to attending law school, he worked for several years with a Big Four accounting firm in its management consulting practice, where he gained valuable experience in strategic planning and financial management. This unique combination of legal capabilities and consulting insight allows George to deliver strategic, business-focused solutions tailored to his client’s needs.

Temple University Beasley School of Law (J.D.)

Drexel University (MBA)

Pennsylvania State University (B.S.)