The Healthcare Practice Group (HPG) of Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A. (WWR) provides comprehensive collection representation and legal services to long-term, assisted living and managed care facilities. Our approach integrates the filing of legal action with our recovery activity anywhere a liable party or attachable assets may be located. An integral part of preserving the fiscal health of your organization involves maximizing the recovery of outstanding debt in a timely manner, while maintaining a positive image with your residents and in the communities within which you operate. WWR understands the importance of proper legal representation, capturing delinquent revenue and maintaining the fiscal health of your operations. The HPG is designed to support all types of local, regional and national assisted living, nursing and rehabilitation facilities, health and recovery care opreations and pharmaceutical suppliers.

WWR has been representing the rights of creditors for over 75 years. We understand the intricacies involved with the collection and litigation of all types of accounts receivable matters. We are committed to helping you resolve these matters while always maintaining the highest degree of professionalism.

Services include, but are not limited to the following areas:  

• Drafting and/or Revising Admission Agreements
• Performing Asset Searches
• Handling Bankruptcy Matters
• Collecting Account Receivables
• Reviewing Contracts
• Instituting Demand Letter Programs
• Planning and Attending Discharge Hearings
• Prosecuting & Defending Litigation Matters
• Negotiating Payment Arrangements
• Recovering Assets
• Presenting Estate Claims & Opening Estates
• Processing Third Party Reimbursements

Experience and Expertise

The lead attorneys within the HPG have over 25 years of experience in handling healthcare related collection issues and providing legal representation to national chains and local clients in the healthcare industry. As the nation's largest creditors' rights law firm, WWR has built a solid reputation in healthcare debt recovery and is well respected in the industry. WWR staff will work with your organization to develop a thorough understanding of your business operations and help you implement best practices in order to protect your rights and your bottom line.

Regional Coverage- Local Service

WWR maintains nine offices with nearly 1,000 employees including over 90 Firm attorneys dedicated to providing legal representation throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Our collection services are nationwide and include an established national network of experienced attorneys for issues outside of our footprint states. We work with local counsel in other states to ensure all cases are handled and reported effectively, providing you the same level of service and accountability in every state. Our infrastructure allows us to provide local service to you and direct representation in courts where we are needed.

Reputation and Results

By regularly appearing in various courts, we know the intimate court requirements in the jurisdictions within which we practice. We have developed relationships with Court personnel who have confidence in our firm's proven track record in handling matters in a timely and professional manner.

Large for Resources, Small for Intimacy

The HPG is dedicated to the representation of all sizes and types of healthcare organizations. Using our services will provide you with the resources of a large, national law firm and yet the accessibility of a local one. We believe in personal attention and are always accessible via phone and e-mail to respond to questions and provide updates. We will travel anywhere we are needed for meetings, educational seminars or any other programs for our clients.

Reporting and Communication

WWR utilizes the Internet for e-mail and document transmissions in addition to traditional methods of communciation. We also offer ClientNet, our online account access feature that is web-based, password-protected and accessible 24 hours a day. ClientNet allows you to view account specific information, account history and recent activity.

Program Benefits:

• Revenue generation with minimal financial risk
• Full service representation even if a liable party files bankruptcy, passes away or relocates
• High level of professionalism in dealing with residents and third parties
• Customized programs and reporting
• Free educational seminars for your staff

Traditional WWR Service Areas

WWR provides a wide range of legal expertise and collection services, including:

·        Bankruptcy

·        Collections

·        Foreclosure/Eviction

·        Legal Action Recovery

·        Litigation & Defense

·        Probate

·        Real Estate Title & Closing Services

·        Subrogation

·        Corporate & Financial Services