Combining regulatory, transactional and litigation proficiency, Arnold & Porter is geared to support service providers in navigating healthcare laws, reimbursement matters, and strategic alliances with investors. The practice is jointly led by Allison Shuren and Mahnu Davar in Washington DC, with Shuren demonstrating expertise in fraud and abuse counseling, while Davar handles a mix of government enforcement matters, internal investigations and regulatory inspections. Another key member of the team is Murad Hussain, who focuses his practice on defending clients in matters involving the False Claims Act and Anti-Kickback Statute. Chicago-based Chris Anderson is a key advisor in transactional matters. In 2025, Pallavi Wahi joined from K&L Gates and Lisa Re joined from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
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Key clients
- Retina Consultants of America
- Retina Institute of Illinois; Retina Surgery Center
- Brooks Eye Associates
- Maraposa Surgical Inc.; Robert W. Tahara, M.D.
- Healthcare Provider
- U.S. Family Health Plan Alliance LLC
- St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Centers of New York
Work highlights
Represented Retina Institute of Illinois in the negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement for the sale of certain assets of the practice to EyeSouth Partners.
Representing four of the six healthcare plans who participate in the U.S. Family Health Plan, a TRICARE program for active and retired military personnel and their families, in a years-long FCA investigation and subsequent litigation involving the rates paid to these plans.
Represented St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Centers of New York, a non-profit healthcare system, in False Claims Act litigation in the District of Maine.
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Practice head
Allison Shuren; Mahnu Davar
Other key lawyers
Murad Hussain; Chris Anderson; Pallavi Wahi; Lisa Re