Innovation and collaboration are reshaping health care private equity. At Lathrop GPM, we understand that every transaction brings unique growth opportunities along with significant regulatory and operational challenges. We partner closely with health care providers and private equity sponsors to navigate these complexities, delivering customized solutions that advance strategic goals, minimize risks and position clients for long-term success. Whether you’re a physician group or post-acute care operator seeking to expand, or an investor exploring opportunities, we provide strategies tailored to meet your objectives. From initial due diligence to post-closing integration, we focus on driving value while ensuring compliance at every step.

Delivering Value

Health care equity transactions demand specific experience due to the complex federal and state regulations governing providers. Billing and coding compliance issues, Stark Law requirements for group practices, anti-kickback concerns discovered during due diligence and state-specific corporate practice of medicine and fee-splitting rules require seamless collaboration between health care and corporate attorneys. Our integrated team ensures these challenges are addressed efficiently and effectively, allowing transactions to proceed smoothly and compliantly.

Supporting Providers Through Growth

Health care providers face distinct challenges in an evolving, highly regulated environment. Expanding practices, forming partnerships or pursuing investment often requires navigating state-level approvals, federal regulations and corporate-practice-of-medicine laws. We help providers overcome these hurdles by:

  • Ensuring compliance with licensure, reimbursement and billing requirements.
  • Designing management service organization (MSO) models that maintain clinical independence.
  • Addressing payer contract changes and safeguarding reimbursement continuity.
  • Securing approvals from state health agencies and attorneys general.

Supporting Investors in Health Care Transactions

Private equity investors need experienced health law attorneys to provide guidance to navigate complex health care regulations. We provide strategic advice to help investors identify opportunities, mitigate risks and achieve financial goals while maintaining compliance. We leverage our deep understanding of health care regulations to minimize risks and strengthen acquisition strategies. From evaluating potential investments to structuring deals and integrating acquisitions, we ensure a smooth transaction process that delivers lasting value. We also address industry-specific challenges such as reimbursement structures, regulatory risks and operational complexities, helping investors capitalize on growth opportunities in health care.

Comprehensive Experience

Our Chambers USA ranked health and corporate teams collaborate to offer the experience needed to successfully execute health care transactions, including:

  • Strategic Transaction Structuring: Structuring equity investments, joint ventures and leveraged buyouts that balance business objectives and regulatory obligations.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to federal and state rules, including Stark Law, the Anti-Kickback Statute and HIPAA.
  • In-Depth Due Diligence: Identifying and addressing compliance, operational and financial risks before closing.
  • Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Developing purchase, partnership and employment agreements that safeguard client interests.
  • Post-Transaction Integration: Supporting smooth integration of acquired entities with ongoing compliance and operational alignment.

Why Choose Us

  • Collaborative Approach: We promote strong partnerships between all parties, facilitating transparent communication and coordinated progress from diligence through post-closing integration.
  • Regulatory Foresight: We manage complex state and federal regulations with precision, allowing clients to focus on growth, operational efficiency and effective deal execution.
  • Value Creation and Risk Mitigation: Our forward-thinking guidance is designed to optimize transaction value and minimize regulatory, operational and financial risks throughout the process.
  • Commitment to Innovation: We leverage innovative structures and industry insight to support strategic growth and adapt to the evolving health care landscape.
  • Integrated Legal and Business Solutions: Our team is committed to delivering seamless strategies addressing the distinct needs of each transaction, aligning business goals with regulatory requirements.
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