Digital health companies face a complicated regulatory landscape. While the opportunities for innovation and dynamic partnerships are abundant, so are the potential compliance pitfalls. In 2018 and in 2019, several digital health companies faced intense scrutiny—not only from regulatory agencies, but also in some cases from their own investors. While the regulatory framework for digital technology in healthcare and life sciences will continue to evolve, digital health enterprises can take key steps now to mitigate risk, ensure compliance and position themselves for success. We offer three tips for tackling risk in digital health.
Three Tips for Tackling Risk in Digital Health
By Dale C. Van Demark and Lisa Schmitz Mazur on November 21, 2019
Posted In Digital Health, Health and Welfare Plans
Dale C. Van DemarkWith his robust experience in health system affiliations, joint venture transactions, cross-industry collaborations and the development of new healthcare delivery models, Dale C. Van Demark works at the forefront of strategic transactions and digital health matters in the health, life sciences and technology industries. As a sought-after legal, strategic and policy advisor, he’s well-informed on integrating information technology into healthcare and has worked with clients in the realms of delivery of care, life sciences research and development, and artificial intelligence. Dale C. Van Demark serves as a co-chair of the Firm's Digital Health practice. Read Dale Van Demark's full bio.
Lisa Schmitz MazurLisa Schmitz Mazur advises health care providers and technology companies on a variety of legal, regulatory and compliance matters with a particular focus on digital health topics, including telehealth, telemedicine, mobile health and consumer wellness. Lisa advises a variety of health care providers and technology companies involved in “digital health,” including assisting clients in developing and implementing telemedicine programs by advising on issues related to professional licensure, scope of practice, informed consent, prescribing and reimbursement. Lisa helps clients identify and understand the relevant legal issues, and develop and implement practical, forward-thinking solutions and strategies that meet the complex and still-evolving digital health regulatory landscape. Read Lisa Schmitz Mazur's full bio.
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