Healthcare Licensing
Overview
Opening or expanding a healthcare facility involves more than funding and planning—it also requires navigating complex state and federal regulatory requirements. Dickinson Wright helps healthcare organizations obtain the licenses, certifications, and Certificates of Need (CON) necessary to move projects forward and maintain regulatory compliance.
We represent hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, specialty clinics, dental practices, and physician groups nationwide, providing practical guidance on regulatory approvals and ongoing compliance. Whether opening a new facility, expanding an existing practice, adding services or operatories, or undertaking a major capital project, our attorneys help clients efficiently manage licensing and regulatory requirements.
Our Services
We guide clients through every stage of the licensing and approval process with practical, business-focused advice tailored to their operational needs.
- Certificates of Need (CON): Securing approvals to establish, expand, or modify healthcare facilities.
- Facility Licensure & Renewals: Obtaining and maintaining state licenses for hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and other healthcare providers.
- State Agency Approvals: Navigating licensing, permitting, and other regulatory requirements before state healthcare agencies.
- Regulatory Surveys & Inspections: Preparing for and responding to state and federal surveys, inspections, and audits.
- Accreditation & Compliance: Advising on accreditation standards and ongoing regulatory compliance obligations.
- Medicare Enrollment & Certification: Assisting with provider enrollment, certification, and continued Medicare compliance.
- Professional License Defense: Representing healthcare professionals and organizations in licensing investigations and disciplinary proceedings.
- Regulatory Disputes: Resolving disputes with state healthcare agencies through negotiation, administrative proceedings, and appeals when necessary.
