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Ana E. Cowan
Associate
Legal Experience
Ms. Cowan has focused her representation on clients doing business within the health care industry. Her experience includes working with physicians, hospitals, chiropractors, dentists, multi-specialty groups, mental health mental retardation centers, and hospital districts. Representation of these clients includes advising on transactional and regulatory matters. Ms. Cowan is fluent in Spanish and is a regular speaker on health care issues.
Specific Matters of Representation
- Advising clients in the formation, merger, and acquisition of medical groups.
- Interpreting and applying Stark and Anti-Kickback statutes to physician arrangements.
- Advising IPAs and PHOs on the application of anti-trust laws.
- Advising clients in the formation of individual medical practices and medical groups.
- Advising clients on the consequences of fee-sharing and other compliance issues such as HIPAA.
Education
- Masters of Law, University of Houston Law Center, 2001
- Doctor of Jurisprudence, The University of Texas School of Law, 2000
- Bachelor of Science, Trinity University, 1997
Professional Licenses
- Attorney at Law, Texas, 2000
Prior Professional Experience
- Hilgers & Watkins, P.C., Associate, 2000-2003
- Baylor College of Medicine, Risk Management, 2001
Speeches and Publications
- Health Care Fraud and Abuse: Practical Perspectives, Second Edition, American Bar Association, Co-Author, 2009
- Learn about HIPAA Updates and How to Remain Compliant, SynerImages Rehabilitation Business Strategies Seminar, January, 2008
- President Bush's Proposed Budget for FY 2008: Trying to Balance Expense and Need in the Health Care System, Cowan, A.; Nix, P.; Journal of Health Care Compliance, May-June 2007, Article
- Potential Legislative Approaches to Mend Children's Health Insurance in Texas, Health Lawyers Weekly, May 2007, Article
- Potential Legislative Approaches to Mend Children's Health Insurance in Texas, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-Lert, March 2007, Article
- Independent Diagnostic Testing Facilities: An Overview of the Fast Approaching Deadline Incorporating the New Performance Standards, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-Lert, December 2006, Article
- The 2007 OIG Work Plan: A Physician's Guidance for Compliance, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, October 2006, Article
- Legal Issues When Contracting for Technology, Brown McCarroll Healthcare Highlights Seminar, Austin and El Paso, September 2006, Speech
- Another Step Toward Implementing Technology: OIG Presents New Safe Harbors Fostering Electronic Health Records And E-Prescribing, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, August 2006, Article
- Before You Sign On the Dotted Line, Texas Medical Association Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) Seminars, San Antonio, Texas, June 24, 2006; Dallas, Texas, July 8, 2006; and Houston, Texas, July 15, 2006, Speech
- Incorporating Technology Into Your Practice: A Guide to Services and License Agreements, Texas Medical Association Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) Seminars, June and July, 2006, Publication
- Medicare to Resume Prescription Drug Coverage and Related Updates, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, March 2006, Article
- Helping Patients Through the Medicare Part D Maze, Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, February 2006, Article
- HIPAA Overview and Issues After HIPAA, Cowan, A.; Apodaca, M.; Confidentiality of Medical Records in Texas, Lorman Seminar, 2006, Speech
- Practical Consideration, Cowan, A.; Apodaca, M.; Confidentiality of Medical Records in Texas, Lorman Seminar, 2006, Speech
- The 2006 OIG Work Plan: A Physician’s Guidance for Compliance, Brown McCarrollHealth Law E-lert, November 2005, Article
- The Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act: Creating a New Reporting Mechanism for Providers,Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, August 2005, Article
- HIPAA Security Regulations and The Eleventh Hour, Hiser, D.; Cowan, A.; Brown McCarroll Health Law E-lert, March 2005, Article
- Contract and Regulatory Compliance Issues Affecting Private Physicians in Clinical Research, Journal of Health Care Compliance, 2005, Publication
- Practical Considerations Relating to the Management of Medical Records, Management of Medical Records in Texas, Lorman Seminar, 2005, Speech
- Overview of HIPAA and Strategy Implications, Management of Medical Records in Texas, Lorman Seminar, 2005, Speech
- Community Watch: Health Care Access & Resources Advocacy Group - Equal Access for El Paso, Inc., The Watchdog, Mexican American Bar Association of El Paso Texas, August, 2003, Publication
- HIPAA and the Legal Practice, NALS, June 2003, Publication
- HIPAA Update, Lorman Educational Services Seminar, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2003
- TexasPrivacy Laws: Preparing for Compliance, Lorman Educational Services Seminar, El Paso, Texas, 2003
- HIPAA: An Overview of the Most Recent Changes and the Practical Implications, Hilgers & Watkins, P.C. 2002 Health Care Industry and Legislative Update, 2002
- HIPAA: What's Left?, 4th Annual Update for Hospital District Legal Counsel, Dallas, Texas, 2002
- Legalities Of Utilizing And Maintaining Computerized Medical Records In Texas, Lorman Educational Services Seminar, San Antonio, Texas, 2002
- Navigating the Laws on Medical Privacy and Confidentiality, American Association of Medical Transcriptionists 24th Annual Meeting, Dallas, Texas, 2002
- HIPAA: Ready or Not, Here It Comes and Here's What You Need To Know and Do, Day Surgery at Renaissance, McAllen, Texas, 2002
- Legalities Of Utilizing And Maintaining Computerized Medical Records In Texas, Lorman Educational Services Seminar, 2002
- Continual Evolution of HIPAA, The El Paso Physician, July-August, 2002, Publication
- Hub Bub About HIPAA: An Overview of the Final Privacy Regulations, The El Paso Physician, November 2002, Publication
Professional Memberships and Activities
- American Bar Association
- American Health Lawyers Association
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State Bar of Texas
- Pro Bono College, member
- Texas Young Lawyers Association
- Travis County Bar Association
- Austin Young Lawyers Association
Community Involvement
- Medical Assistance Program, Advisory Board Member
- Volunteer Legal Services
- Texas Legal Aid