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BMD Spotlight: Tracy Miller

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At BMD, we take pride in our dedicated team members, who consistently make a lasting impact on our clients. This month, our professional spotlight is on Tracy Miller, a skilled paralegal who focuses on healthcare and corporate law. Her recent contributions to two significant deals demonstrate the powerful impact our professionals have on client success.  

“For me, working with clients is about building trust – listening closely, navigating the regulatory hurdles together, and finding creative solutions that don’t just meet the rules, but bring their vision to life,” Tracy said.

Navigating a Complex Regulatory Hurdle

In a recent transaction, our legal team represented the seller. A potential licensure issue threatened to cause a significant delay in the deal's closing, which was on a tight two-week deadline. The buyer, a large private equity-backed organization working with outside counsel, believed this problem would take at least 60 days to resolve.

Tracy’s deep knowledge of the regulatory landscape was key. She developed a solution that transformed what was seen as a multi-month process into a one-week fix. Thanks to her swift and decisive action, the deal is on track to close on time with no interruption to our client's operations. This success not only secured a win for our client but also prompted additional requests for BMD’s guidance on related matters, reflecting the trust we build through results.

Uncovering Critical Details

In a separate deal, our firm served as local counsel for an out-of-state, private equity-backed buyer. Our role was to focus on specific state licensure issues. However, Tracy's meticulous review and sharp eye for detail went far beyond the scope of our initial engagement.

Her thorough investigation uncovered several critical issues, including trademark, licensure, and corporate status concerns. By discovering these issues early, Tracy enabled our team to provide the client’s General Counsel with necessary guidance and innovative solutions, preventing potential challenges later in the process. The client's appreciation for our comprehensive approach highlights the value of having a dedicated and knowledgeable team.

Tracy’s contributions on both complex deals are a perfect example of how our team works together to deliver exceptional results. Her proactive mindset and attention to detail are invaluable to both our firm and our clients. We are proud to recognize Tracy for her outstanding work and celebrate these achievements!


Ohio COVID Immunity Bill

Scott P. Sandrock, a Member of BMD shares the logistics of Amended House Bill 606, which grants immunity to essential workers who transmit COVID-19.

Webinar Recording: New Considerations for Business Succession Planning

Ray Lampner and Pattie Wagner of Sikich joined BMD’s Co-Managing Partner Justin Alaburda in “New Considerations for Business Succession Planning,” where they discussed current business succession planning considerations from an accounting, legal, and human capital perspective.

BMD Client Spotlight: IncludeHealth

BMD is happy to share an inspiring business backgrounder on IncludeHealth, Inc. - a Digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care & training platform for providers - and introduce its CEO and Founder, Ryan Eder. Client: IncludeHealth CEO: Ryan Eder Business: Digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care & training platform for providers. Relationship Attorney: Kate Hickner Legal Services: BMD and Kate serve as healthcare counsel for IncludeHealth, providing regulatory guidance as well as HIPAA and other data privacy and security guidance, in an evolving health care delivery, reimbursement and regulatory landscape.

BMD's Chief People Officer Mary Miles Wins Crain's Cleveland Excellence in HR Award

BMD's Chief People Officer Mary Miles Wins Crain's Cleveland Excellence in HR Award

Webinar Recording: Telemedicine Legal and Practical Considerations for Physicians Practices

This webinar discusses the latest developments in telemedicine for physician practices, including Medicare, Medicaid and commercial payor reimbursement requirements, state licensure considerations and HIPAA requirements. Speakers: -Kyle Sharp, MHA, FACHE, Interim Associate VP & Executive Director, OSU Physicians, Inc. -Ronnen Isakov, CPA, Managing Director, Healthcare Advisory Services, Medic Management Group LLC -Kate Hickner, Healthcare & Hospital Law Partner, BMD -Kevin Cripe, Healthcare & Hospital Law Attorney, BMD The speakers will share their personal experiences working with health care providers to implement and grow their telemedicine practices during recent months. The webinar will provide listeners with practical guidance and take-aways that will be useful in their own organizations.