Stark's latest bill threatens doctors in group practices. (Represenative Pete Stark)
From: Medical Laboratory Observer
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Date: 6/1/1994
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Author: Albertson, David
Many medical professionals have expressed concerns over a proposal made by Rep. Pete Stark to penalize doctors who refer patients to medical facilities in which they have a financial interest. The proposal, which is one of the lesser-known provisions of the Clinton administration health care reform package, would enlarge the scope of a 1989 ban on physician-facility financial relationships to include all payers for designated health services. Many doctors believe that the Stark proposal would ...
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