Law Offices of Art Kalantar

05/22/2026

A healthcare audit can quickly turn into a criminal investigation if handled improperly. Learn how providers can protect themselves, minimize exposure, and respond strategically during audits.

California healthcare criminal defense attorney Art Kalantar discusses how medical providers can reduce criminal exposure during Medicare & Medi-Cal audits.

05/22/2026

The billing department is one of the busiest, most complex, and highly regulated aspects of a medical practice. Coding is not always simple or straightforward, but even innocent mistakes can lead to allegations of healthcare fraud, especially if a pattern of mistakes emerges.

Learn some best practices for Medi-Cal providers to avoid billing errors.

California healthcare law defense lawyer Art Kalantar discusses best practices for Medi-Cal providers to avoid billing errors & allegations of healthcare fraud.

05/11/2026

Facing a False Claims Act issue in California? Learn how state law expands liability beyond federal law and what it means for your practice. Read the full guide now.

California healthcare criminal defense attorney Art Kalantar explains how the California False Claims Act expands liability, penalties, & qui tam actions.

05/01/2026

Can a healthcare audit turn into criminal charges? Yes, it can. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your practice. Read the full article now.

Healthcare law attorney Art Kalantar on how healthcare audits become criminal cases, including risks, investigations & how to protect your California practice.

04/27/2026

An audit of your medical practice is not just a routine paperwork exercise designed to check boxes. It is often the first step in a process that can lead to repayment demands, administrative penalties, or even fraud investigations. Responding appropriately is key.

Learn what to do during a Medicare or Medi-Cal audit.

California healthcare law attorney Art Kalantar discusses what to do during a Medicare or Medi-Cal audit to protect your rights & position yourself for success.

04/15/2026

Facing healthcare fraud allegations? Learn the serious consequences and how to protect your future. Read the full guide and take action today.

Learn the consequences of healthcare fraud convictions, including jail time, fines, and license loss. Protect your practice with experienced defense.

04/15/2026

Just received a healthcare audit result? Learn what happens next, your appeal rights, and how to protect your practice. Read the full guide now.

Learn what happens after a healthcare audit in California, including appeals, repayment, & defense strategies. Protect your Los Angeles medical practice today.

03/27/2026

It’s a troubling trend: internet content creators showing up unannounced at the doors of hospice and home health agencies, posing as journalists, recording conversations, and then publishing sensationalized content. The risks to your medical facility from allegations of fraud or abuse are very real.

Learn about this growing threat to California healthcare providers.

California healthcare law defense attorney Art Kalantar discusses the troubling trend of internet content creators posing as journalists at home health agencies

03/24/2026

Two federal laws are often talked about together in the context of physician self-referrals and other remuneration intended to induce referrals. The laws remain distinct, however, with important differences. For instance, one requires prosecutors to prove intent, and the other one doesn’t.

Learn about key differences between the Stark Law and the Anti-Kickback Statute.
https://www.kalantar.law/understanding-stark-law-and-anti-kickback-statute-violations/

03/19/2026

Audits are a routine part of operating in a highly regulated industry like healthcare. Yet assuming that a Medicare or Medi-Cal audit is no big deal can be a big mistake, leading to fines, exclusion from Medicare, or the loss of your license if allegations of fraud are made and proven.

Learn how a healthcare defense attorney can help you survive an audit.

Los Angeles healthcare defense lawyer Art Kalantar explains how a lawyer can help you survive a Medicare or Medi-Cal (Medicaid) audit with your practice intact.