Ericka Adler, J.D., a health care attorney with Roetzel & Andress, joins the show to explore the legal risks of prescribing GLP-1 medications.
Ericka L. Adler, J.D., a health care attorney and practice group manager with Roetzel & Andress, joins the show to break down the hidden legal risks of prescribing GLP-1 medications that physicians need to know about, from ensuring informed consent to navigating long-term safety data.
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**Introduction and Overview (00:00:00)**
Brief mention of compliance issues and the evolving legal landscape for prescribing GLP-1 drugs.
**Podcast Introduction (00:00:29)**
Host introduces the episode, speakers, and main topics: legal risks, informed consent, and safety data for GLP-1 drugs.
**Guest Introduction (00:01:05)**
Introduction of EricKa Adler and the focus on GLP-1 drug risks.
**Liability Risks for Prescribing GLP-1 Drugs (00:01:19)**
Discussion of primary legal risks, compliance with state and federal laws, and proper office setup.
**Off-Label Use Legal Concerns (00:02:49)**
Explains legal concerns with off-label prescribing and how to mitigate risks through documentation and informed consent.
**Informed Consent Specifics for GLP-1 Drugs (00:05:53)**
Importance of tailored, robust informed consent forms for GLP-1 drugs, especially for off-label use.
**Compounded Versions and Legal Risks (00:07:57)**
Legal risks of prescribing compounded GLP-1 drugs, including contamination, misbranding, and advertising issues.
**Insurance Denials and Prior Authorizations (00:11:26)**
Challenges with insurance coverage, prior authorizations, and evolving insurer policies for GLP-1 prescriptions.
**Telemedicine and Prescribing GLP-1 Drugs (00:14:10)**
Legal risks and compliance requirements for prescribing GLP-1 drugs via telemedicine, including licensure and administration rules.
**Long-Term Safety and Liability Concerns (00:16:59)**
Emerging liability concerns regarding long-term safety and adverse effects, and the importance of malpractice coverage.
**Financial Relationships with Pharmaceutical Companies (00:20:10)**
Legal and ethical concerns for physicians with financial ties to GLP-1 drug manufacturers, including anti-kickback laws.
**Regulatory Changes and Evolving Landscape (00:21:40)**
Recent and anticipated legal or regulatory changes, state vs. federal oversight, and the need for ongoing compliance.
**Conclusion and Closing Remarks (00:25:02)**
Thanking the guest, closing the episode, and providing subscription information.
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