Norman Spencer Law Group PC

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) services play a critical role in New York’s healthcare ecosystem. These centers provide essential services to elderly and disabled populations who need daytime supervision, medical oversight, and social support while allowing them to remain in their communities. However, with the rise of Medicaid billing and increasing government expenditures, Adult Day Care Centers have come under growing scrutiny from law enforcement authorities—particularly the New York State Attorney General (NYS AG). In recent years, the NYS AG’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) has launched aggressive investigations targeting adult day care centers suspected of fraud, waste, and abuse. These investigations often center on alleged false billing, kickback arrangements, unnecessary services, and licensing violations. Providers operating in Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and other parts of New York City are especially vulnerable to these audits and investigations, given the high concentr...

Medical spas, or “med spas,” have rapidly grown in popularity across New York State, driven by increased consumer demand for non-invasive aesthetic treatments. Combining traditional spa comforts with medical-grade cosmetic procedures, med spas offer services like Botox injections, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, chemical peels, and other skin rejuvenation treatments. Their rising appeal stems from the convenience, relatively quick procedures, and often immediate results. However, alongside their growth, these establishments are increasingly drawing scrutiny from regulatory agencies, particularly New York State’s Office of Professional Discipline (OPD). The OPD has intensified its focus on med spas due to mounting concerns about compliance violations, especially regarding the unauthorized practice of medicine by nurses performing procedures legally reserved for licensed Physicians Assistants (PAs) or Medical Doctors (MDs). As nurses frequently administer procedures such as Botox or...