Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP‘s broad practice encompasses regulatory compliance, reimbursement matters, fraud and abuse, and transactions in the healthcare services sector. Practice head Thomas Moran, who splits his time between Myrtle Beach and Charleston, advises physicians, hospitals, and other medical service providers on transactions. Fort Lauderdale-based Gabriel Imperato assists with litigation and compliance, while Raleigh-based Noah Huffstetler acts for and against hospitals in appellate litigation. Robert Wilson, who is based in Raleigh, advises on regulatory, M&A, and compliance matters within the healthcare space. Patricia Markus, who is also based in Raleigh, brings expertise in health information privacy, security, and technology.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team, including Jennifer Malinovsky and Heather Miller, are a great bunch of people. They have deep knowledge of their specialty, are approachable, and have always given us great legal advice. They are open to collaborating with us on any new projects, and their billing practices are fair and transparent.’

  • ‘Their breadth and depth of knowledge sets them apart, in addition to the high quality of each team member, their vigorous pursuit of the best outcome for their clients, and their ability to think outside the box and develop novel solutions to secure a win.’

  • ‘They stand out for their determination to be the best advocates for their clients and their willingness to take appropriate risks (with clients' consent) to accomplish those goals.’

Key clients

  • All Heart Pharmacy and Rasha Shenoda, Pharmacist
  • Rural Healthcare Initiative, Inc.
  • Care League and Partners, LLC
  • Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, Inc., d/b/a Hugh Chatham Health
  • Onslow County Hospital Authority

Work highlights

Representing a client in defense of a complaint filed by the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida for violations of the False Claims Act and violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute.
Advised Care League and Partners, LLC, in the completion of an organization and design resource center, assisting Care League in operationalizing the idea.
Practice head

Thomas Moran

Other key lawyers

Gabriel Imperato; Noah Huffstetler; Robert Wilson; Patricia Markus; Jennifer Malinovsky; Heather Miller