The debarment proceeding usually involves a state or federal Medicare or Medicad whereby a practitioner is barred from participating in the program because of conduct by that licensee.

The debarment may be for a certain period of time or it may be permanent depending upon the violation of the practitioner.

If you believe you may be facing debarment, I urge you to speak to a highly experienced medical license defense attorney in New Jersey as soon as possible.

If you would like a no pressure, no obligation consultation, call me at 973-377-0007.

The investigative inquiry is usually staffed by the board or a sub-committee of the board.  There is usually a Deputy Attorney General representing the board.

There is typically at least one staff member of the board present.  There is a court reporter as all testimony by the licensee and any witnesses is taken under oath.

If you are a target of an investigative inquiry by a New Jersey Licensing Board, it is in your best interest to speak with a Professional License Defense Attorney in New Jersey.

Why not pick up the phone and call me 973-377-0007…and get your questions answered.  The call is free and there is no obligation.

Negotiation of a proposed settlement or Consent Order in NJ is always possible.  The ability to reduce the proposed penalty depends on the mitigating factors that the licensee can present to show that the proposed penalty is too great in relation to the conduct that was the subject of the inquiry.

For example, a proposed Consent Order may have a suspension for a certain period of time.  The proposed negotiation of that suspension period would be to reduce or eliminate the suspension period.

The ability to negotiate a suspension downward obviously depends on the facts of the case and the ability of the licensee along with counsel to demonstrate that they are working in good faith to resolve the matter.

Another option that is potentially negotiable is if there was a penalty proposed to reduce the amount of the penalty.  In addition, even if the penalty cannot be negotiated downwards, it may be possible to set up a payment schedule for the penalty.

If you are facing disciplinary charges from your New Jersey Licensing Board, why not pick up the phone and speak to an experienced New Jersey Licensing Defense Attorney…and find out what options you really have.

As with any other legal matter, you have a right to represent yourself in this proceeding.  But as the old saying goes, you may end up with a fool for a client.

It is always advisable to have an attorney present, especially in connection with the matter that involves your ability to earn a living.  And….it is advisable to have an attorney with experience in representing licensees before professional boards.

If your NJ Licensing Board is investigating you, why not speak to an experienced New Jersey Professional License Defense Attorney…..for free.  And find out what you’re facing.  Call me at 973-377-0007.

The board considers the information developed by the investigation and determines what action, if any, they want to take.

If there is to be no action taken, the board or the board’s attorney will contact the licensee or the licensee’s attorney in writing to advise him of that fact.

If there is to be some type of discipline against the licensee, it usually appears in the form of a proposed settlement or Consent Order with the licensee.

If you are under investigation by your NJ Licensing board, why not speak to a NJ Licensing Defense Attorney….for free.  And find out what you’re really facing.

The investigative inquiry is the primary tool by which boards gather information about a licensees conduct.  At the investigative inquiry, the board or committee of the board will be present along with an attorney for the board.

The attorney for the board or board members will be asking questions of the licensee.  In addition, the board may also ask questions of other witnesses to the subject matter of the investigation.

Licensees have an absolute right to counsel at these investigative inquiries….and if you have the board’s attorneys asking you questions, it might be wise to have you own attorney with you.

If you are facing an investigative inquiry by a licensing board in NJ, why not call me at 973-377-0007 and tell me what’s going on and I’ll advise.

It usually starts with a demand for inspection of documents and possibly a visit by investigators who want to ask you questions.  Usually when the investigators show up at your office, they do so without an appointment.

It is my recommendation that you want to contact an attorney as soon as they appear, as you do have a right to counsel in these matters.  After the investigators ask their initial questions and make the request for documents, if the investigation is going to continue, the licensee will then be contacted to appear before an investigative inquiry.

This is not something you want to procrastinate on.  If they’re wanting to question you….it’s likely for a good reason.

If you’ve been approached by your licensing board, I am available for a no-obligation consultation at 937-377-0007.

While licensees do have a duty to cooperate, licensees are not required to incriminate themselves.

Investigators are very talented individuals are can likely get you to incriminate yourself during the conversation.

Do yourself a favor…..if you you have been contacted by an investigator from your NJ Licensing Board, call a NJ Licensing Defense Attorney so you can avoid trouble from the start.

I offer a free consultation to all Licensed professionals in the state.  I can be reached at 973-377-0007.

The reasons for an investigation include a complaint by a patient, a trend that the board is noticing in terms of a particular practice area, the board may be taking an initiative with respect to certain issues and want to investigate doctors in a particular area.

The investigation may be a reaction to another type of case.  For example, if a licensee was involved in insurance fraud or some other action that resulted in a civil or criminal prosecution, the board may want to take action as a result of that.

The board will take action against a licensee who pleads guilty to a crime or if there is a finding in a civil action against a licensee for any type of fraud.  This includes any type of action by Medicaid or Medicare with respect to billing.

If you are being investigated by a NJ Licensing Board or they are requesting to speak with, it’s in your best interest to speak with a NJ Licensing Defense Attorney.

I offer a free, no obligation consultation for any licensed professional in the state – call 973-377-0007.