#88 - California’s New Telehealth Rules: CPOM, PE Deals & Compliance Reality with Shayln Watkins

From Telemedicine Talks · 00:32:47

Show by Phoebe Gutierrez, Dr. Leo Damasco, Doctor Podcast Network

Is California About To Block Your Next Investment and Shut Down Your Telemedicine Company?Hosts Dr. Leo Damasco and Phoebe Gutierrez welcome Shayln Watkins, as they dig into California’s newly released implementing regulations from the Office of Health Care Affordability (effective mid-September), the 90 day pre transaction notice requirement for deals over $25 million, the 10 year look back for serial transactions, and how these rules intersect with California’s recent CPOM statute and ongoing AG enforcement.Shayln and the hosts explain the difference between statutes and regulations, why private equity investment in healthcare is under the microscope, and why most telemedicine and digital health startups still lack real compliance operations. They discuss the practical fallout for cash pay wellness, GLP-1, and peptide models; the dangers of “my lawyer cleared it”; and the critical roles of physician owners, medical directors, and inhouse compliance teams.Top 3 Takeaways:California’s new transaction-reporting rules create a mandatory 90-day notice period (and possible market-impact review) for significant healthcare deals and a 10-year look-back on serial transactions materially lengthening deal timelines.“My lawyer cleared it” is not compliance. Lawyers provide risk analysis; operators must actually implement policies, track changes, and demonstrate good faith diligence.Physician owners and medical directors can no longer treat their roles as passive. Clinical oversight, hiring, and regulatory awareness are now non negotiable, especially as CPOM enforcement and competitor litigation increase. About the Show:Telemedicine Talks explores the evolving world of digital health, helping physicians navigate new opportunities, regulatory challenges, and career transitions in telemedicineAbout the Guest:Shayln Watkins is Senior Counsel at Holland & Knight LLP. She advises physicians, medical groups, digital health companies, telehealth platforms, wellness and aesthetics clinics, and behavioral health providers on healthcare regulatory compliance, corporate practice of medicine, Stark and anti kickback matters, California privacy law, fraud and abuse, and the evolving framework for virtual and AI driven care. She is licensed in Alabama, California, New York, Ohio, and Texas and is a member of the American Health Lawyers Association.Connect with Shayln Watkins:Email : [email protected] the Hosts:Dr. Leo Damasco – Pediatrician and emergency medicine doctor turned telemedicine advocate, helping physicians transition to digital health.Phoebe Gutierrez – Former state regulator turned telehealth executive, specializing in compliance and sustainable virtual care models. Connect with Phoebe Gutierrez: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/pkgutierrez/ [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) The information provided in Telemedicine Talks is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical, legal, or financial advice. While we discuss best practices, industry trends, and real-world experiences, every situation is unique. Listeners should consult with qualified professionals before making decisions related to telemedicine practice, compliance, contracts, or business operations. The views expressed by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of any organizations they may be affiliated with. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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