In Episode 5 of the Di Pietro Partners Podcast, Kevin sits down with senior healthcare attorney Nicole Martell to unpack what doctors and practice owners need to know when facing audits, subpoenas, or government investigations.

Whether it’s a Medicare overbilling audit, a Board of Medicine complaint, or a DEA inquiry into prescribing practices, Nicole walks through the high-stakes world of healthcare investigations and how to respond. She outlines the most common types of investigations physicians face, what triggers them, and the legal protections providers may not realize they have.

Topics covered include:

• OIG & CMS audits
• DEA & Board of Medicine investigations
• Private insurance clawbacks and payer disputes
• Whistleblower/FCA claims and False Claims Act risk
• What to do (and not do) when you get a subpoena
• How Di Pietro Partners defends healthcare providers under investigation
• How to reduce your risk of being targeted in the first place

This episode is a must-listen for physicians, compliance officers, and healthcare businesses navigating today’s aggressive regulatory environment.

In Episode 4 of the Di Pietro Partners Podcast, Kevin sits down with healthcare attorney Nicole Martell to break down one of the most important business decisions a physician can face: selling a medical practice to private equity.

With private equity groups rapidly consolidating healthcare practices across the country, this episode explains how these deals work, what motivates investors, and what legal risks doctors must understand before signing a Letter of Intent. Nicole walks through key topics including:

• Why private equity is buying medical practices
• Common deal structures (buyouts, recapitalizations, MSOs)
• Red flags in LOIs and purchase agreements
• How due diligence works for both buyers and sellers
• Stark Law, Anti-Kickback issues & regulatory oversight
• How to protect your compensation, control, and long-term career

Nicole also explains how Di Pietro Partners helps physicians navigate the entire process — from early-stage planning and structuring to reviewing deal terms and ensuring compliance. Whether you’re actively considering a sale or simply preparing for the future, this episode offers essential legal insight into the business side of modern healthcare.

In Episode 3 of the Di Pietro Partners Podcast, Kevin sits down with healthcare law attorney David Di Pietro to discuss how rapidly evolving technology is transforming both care delivery and legal risk.

From artificial intelligence powered diagnosis tools to the rise of telehealth platforms, this episode explores how innovation in healthcare is creating new questions around standard of care, malpractice liability, and regulatory compliance.

They cover real world concerns such as:

• Who is liable when an AI tool makes a bad recommendation?
• How should medical practices document telehealth visits to minimize legal exposure?
• What regulations govern AI and remote care platforms and how are they changing?

The episode also highlights how Di Pietro Partners helps healthcare providers and practices integrate technology responsibly while staying protected from investigations, lawsuits, and financial penalties. Whether you’re a physician using AI decision support tools or a group practice offering remote care, this episode offers essential legal insight for the digital future of medicine.