Comprehensive Legal Services for Healthcare Providers and Insurers
Our Health Law practice provides comprehensive legal representation for clients across the healthcare sector, including health insurance companies, health management organizations (HMOs), hospitals, pharmacies, ambulatory surgery centers, hospice providers, behavioral health service organizations, and medical manufacturers and distributors. With deep expertise in both local and federal healthcare regulations, our team helps clients navigate the complexities of Puerto Rico’s healthcare system, ensuring compliance with licensing, product registration, and other regulatory requirements that impact operations on the island.
Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Guidance
We regularly assist clients with matters related to the commencement of operations, license applications, and product registration under Puerto Rico’s regulatory framework. Our team works closely with key agencies such as the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance, the Puerto Rico Department of Health, and the Puerto Rico Health Insurance Administration (ASES). We help clients understand and comply with Puerto Rico’s healthcare laws, which are vital for establishing and maintaining operations in the region, including government healthcare insurance programs and health insurance policies.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution in Health Insurance and Regulatory Matters
Our team also handles a wide range of litigation related to the healthcare and insurance industries, including defending claims against group life and health policies, and litigating regulatory and antitrust matters in both local and federal courts. We represent clients in administrative claim proceedings before agencies such as the Puerto Rico Health Insurance Administration, the Office of the Patients’ Advocate, the Department of Health, and the Commissioner of Insurance. Whether through litigation or alternative dispute resolution, we offer effective representation for clients involved in healthcare-related disputes and regulatory compliance issues.