Erica Kraus is a partner in the Corporate Practice Group in the firm's Washington, D.C. office.
Ms. Kraus focuses her practice on representing healthcare entities in regulatory compliance matters. Ms. Kraus advises clients on compliance with federal and state fraud and abuse laws, assists clients in responding to government investigations, and represents clients in False Claims Act litigation. Ms. Kraus also assists clients with regulatory due diligence in transactional matters, and through advocacy with federal and state regulators, and leverages her background in health policy to help clients maximize opportunities in the changing healthcare landscape. Representative matters include:
- Drafting and submitting self-disclosures through CMS’ Self-Referral Disclosure Protocol
- Assisting in internal investigations of reported potential regulatory non-compliance
- Responding to government Civil Investigative Demands
- Representing defendants in False Claims Act litigation
- Advising clients on compliance with the Civil Monetary Penalties Law and Anti-Kickback Statute
- Preparing filings with the Provider Reimbursement Review Board
- Advising clients on the potential impact of MACRA implementation
