AI Scribe Legal Risks, Consent Requirements, HIPAA Compliance

JD Supra Healthcare published a legal analysis by McDermott Will & Schulte addressing legal considerations for healthcare providers deploying AI scribes. The article covers state recording consent laws (noting over a dozen all-party consent states), HIPAA implications, biometric consent issues related to voiceprint features, and vendor liability considerations for third-party AI platforms.

CMS Nationwide DMEPOS Enrollment Moratorium - Seven Supplier Types

CMS announced a six-month nationwide enrollment moratorium on initial Medicare enrollment for seven categories of DMEPOS suppliers, effective February 27, 2026 through August 27, 2026. The moratorium, the first nationwide DMEPOS enrollment freeze in program history, targets medical supply companies with orthotics, pedorthic, prosthetics, and other specialized personnel. Florida became the first state to implement a parallel Medicaid DMEPOS moratorium on March 25, 2026, signaling potential expansion to other states.

FTC Healthcare Task Force targets consolidation, enforcement authority boost

FTC Healthcare Task Force targets consolidation, enforcement authority boost

Trademark Application - Rejuvenation Wellness (Class 044)

USPTO received an Intent to Use trademark application TM98206553 for 'REJUVENATION WELLNESS' covering wellness services, health-related consulting, health spa services, and dietary supplements in Class 044. The application was filed on October 2, 2023, establishing priority rights for the mark. No opposition period or compliance deadlines are specified for third parties.

Prostate Intelliscore Medical Diagnostic Trademark Application

The USPTO received a trademark application (TM99033032) for 'Prostate Intelliscore' on February 7, 2025, filed under Intent to Use provisions. The application covers medical testing services, liquid biopsy testing, and diagnostic kits for disease detection including cancer. This is a routine trademark registration filing with no immediate regulatory obligations for other parties.

Amended Russia General License 131D - Lukoil International GmbH Transactions

OFAC amended Russia-related General License 131D authorizing certain transactions for Lukoil International GmbH, specifically the negotiation and entry into contingent contracts for the sale of the company and related maintenance activities. OFAC also amended FAQ 1224 and FAQ 1225 to provide additional guidance on these Russia sanctions.

NFC Northwest seeks Utah telecom certificate, docket 26-2662-01

NFC Northwest seeks Utah telecom certificate, docket 26-2662-01

Ziply Fiber CPCN Application for Utah Telecommunications Services

Ziply Fiber Pacific, LLC has filed an application with the Utah Public Service Commission for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to provide facilities-based and resold public telecommunications services within Utah. The Division of Public Utilities filed comments on March 30, 2026, and an Action Request was issued with a response due date of April 2, 2026.

Rocky Mountain Power Blue Sky Program Annual Report Filing

The Utah Public Service Commission docketed Rocky Mountain Power's 2025 Annual Report for the Blue Sky Program on March 30, 2026. The filing includes the annual report (with redacted version), Excel exhibit data, and confidential materials. An Action Request has been issued with a response deadline of April 29, 2026.

Grants for Invasive Species Control and Habitat Restoration

NY DEC Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced $5.1 million in grants to 51 projects statewide for invasive species control and habitat restoration. The funding supports four categories: aquatic invasive species prevention ($467,810), early detection/rapid response ($1.66M), research ($699,142), and restoration/resiliency ($2.29M). Recipients include SUNY Albany, RPI, Syracuse University, and Soil & Water Conservation Districts across New York State.