Introduction

Gail provides comprehensive representation for health care clients, with an emphasis in advising clinics, physician groups, hospitals, nonprofit organizations, integrated delivery systems, medical device companies, dietary supplement manufacturers, and other health care businesses. She advises clients on federal and state regulation of health care including Stark, anti-kickback, and FDA regulations, as well as credentialing, medical staff issues, clinical trial contracts, physician organizations, compliance plans, and dietary supplement regulation. Gail is a member of the Health Law, Health Care Fraud and Compliance, and Food, Drug & Medical Device Regulation Groups of the firm. Gail’s previous experience in the management of medical clinics provides her with an understanding of the practical application of health law.

Education

• Hamline University School of Law, J.D., 1990, valedictorian
• Bowling Green State University, M.A.
• Lake Erie College, A.B.

Bar Admissions

• Minnesota, 1990
• U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, 1990

Practice Areas

• Health Law
• Health Care Fraud & Compliance
• Food, Drug & Medical Device Regulation
• Life Sciences

Representative Experience

• Advise health care providers on physician compensation, employment agreements, and noncompetes
• Work as part of a team with other advisors in developing strategic plans
• Represent a large clinic and hospital developing into a regional health system
• Help specialty and primary care groups merge with other groups
• Develop joint ventures involving physicians and other providers
• Facilitate resolution of physician disputes
• Help health systems restructure their governance and medical staff bylaws
• Review employment contracts for residents
• Develop and implement Medicare compliance plans for provider groups
• Defend providers against allegations of false billing violations
• Review advertising and promotional materials for dietary supplement manufacturers
• Represent clients receiving Warning Letters from the FDA
• Advise clients regarding clinical trial agreements and billing issues
• Negotiate contracts for hospital-based physicians

Selected Publications & Presentations

• “New Joint Commission Standard on Hospital and Medical Staff Relationships and Accountability: Practical Advice for Hospitals,” Health Law Webinar Series, November 10, 2010
• “Lab Coats vs. Suits: When Hospitals and Clinics Collide,” Health Law Webinar Series, March 10, 2010
• “Managing the Legal Risks of Behavior that Undermines A Culture of Safety,” Health Law Webinar Series, June 10, 2009
• “Identifying and Effectively Handling the Disruptive Physicians in Your Practice,” Minnesota Medical Group Management Association 2009 Winter Conference, March 9-11, 2009
• “More Stark: New Rules Target Many Joint Ventures,” Health Law Webinar Series, September 10, 2008
• “Medical Staff Services Role in the Debate on the Independent Medical Staff,” NMSS Newsletter, September 2006
• “Clinical Trial Investigations: Making Headlines,” Fredrikson & Byron’s Health Law Focus Newsletter, April 2005
• “Credentialing in Integrated Systems,” ASHRM, October 1999
• “Implications of Restrictions on Referrals for Providers and Networks,” MILE Seminar, May 1996
• “The Capitation Question,” Minnesota Physician, April 1996
• “Spotlight on Medical Savings Accounts: MSAs Allow Patients to Manage Their Own Health Care,” Minnesota Physician, April 1995
• “Contracting Issues and Network Development,” sponsored by the Rural Health Alliance, Alexandria, Minnesota, April 1995
• “Passenger or Driver?, Physician Involvement in Health Care Form,” Minnesota Physician, July 1994
• “Avoiding Potential Pitfalls: Physician Prescribing Practices,” Minnesota Medicine, June 1994
• “Health Care System Reforms Require Coordinated Efforts,” National Law Journal, April 26, 1993
• “Worker’s Compensation System Gets Needed Overhaul: Will It Be Enough?,” Minnesota Medicine, February 1993
• “Managing Administrative Risks in Mental Health Care,” Minnesota Physician, September 1992
• “The Patient’s Right to Refuse Treatment,” Minnesota Physician, June 1991

Professional Activities

• American Bar Association, Health Law Section
• Minnesota State Bar Association, Health Law Section, FDA Section, Governing Council, Health Section and Past Chair, FDA Section
• Minnesota State Bar Association, Diversity Committee, 2005-present; Minority Clerkship Sub-Committee, 2005-present; Diversity Task Forces, 2005 - present
• Hennepin County Bar Association
• Washington County Bar Association
• American Health Lawyers Association