Our external medical law profiles advise hospitals, medical care centers (MVZ), pharmaceutical companies, and long-term care facilities on all matters related to medical and hospital law, the law governing physicians under the statutory health insurance system, and liability in the healthcare sector. They prepare expert opinions, review cooperation agreements, assist with licensing procedures, and represent clients before associations of panel physicians, government agencies, and courts. For companies in the healthcare sector, this specialized legal expertise is not a luxury but an operational necessity—as regulatory complexity and liability risks continue to rise.
Typical triggers for engaging an external attorney specializing in medical law include upcoming audits by the MDK, contract negotiations with health insurance providers, the establishment or restructuring of a medical care center (MVZ), and liability disputes arising from medical malpractice. Regulatory changes—such as those brought about by the GKV Financial Stabilization Act or amendments to the Law on the Advertising of Medicines—also create a short-term need for legal advice that in-house legal departments are often unable to fully address. Taking action now protects against missed deadlines and avoidable liability risks.