Michael Silverman
Co-founderSilverman Bain, LLPMICHAEL G. SILVERMAN, ESQ., CDME
Michael G. Silverman is an attorney and founding partner of the law firm Silverman Bain, LLP, whose practice focuses on advising healthcare professionals and entrepreneurs on all aspects of their business operations, from startups through ongoing operations and transactions.
As Certified DME Specialist who represents some of the nation’s largest providers, Michael’s unique experiences allow him to provide both expert legal and practical business insight to his clients.
A large focus of my Michael’s practice involves the nationwide representation of businesses involved in the medical equipment supply (i.e., DMEPOS) industry, such as Medicare enrolled providers, billing and marketing companies. He regularly advises such clients on regulatory compliance, payer disputes (e.g., audits and appeals), federal investigations and transactional matters.
Michael enjoys lecturing at healthcare conferences around the country to educate attendees and raise awareness of the myriad of laws applicable to their profession.
Since 2024 Michael has served on the Board of Directors for the Board of Certification/Accreditation, and in 2025 Michael was selected as one of the Top 10 Healthcare Attorneys Under 40 years old in the State of Florida.
AU07: UPIC Audits – The Who, What, Where, When and Why
Combating, fraud, waste and abuse remains a priority for the government. The UPIC remains one of the primary program safeguard contractors. Resultantl…Combating, fraud, waste and abuse remains a priority for the government. The UPIC remains one of the primary program safeguard contractors. Resultantly, UPIC audits are here to stay. Whether you are veteran or new to the DMEPOS industry, supplier sho…Combating, fraud, waste and abuse remains a priority for the government. The UPIC remains one of the primary program safeguard contractors. Resultantly, UPIC audits are here to stay. Whether you are veteran or new to the DMEPOS industry, supplier should have a solid understand of the important role of the UPIC and the authority they have at their disposal. Join Noel Neil and Attorney Michael Silverman for a comprehensive review of the UPIC. Individually and collaboratively, Noel and Michael have assisted suppliers navigate countless UPIC audits. The session will review the UPIC contractors, the role they play and what suppliers should do before, during, and after a UPIC audit. Come learn from their combined decades of experience of handling Medicare audits.Show MoreClick the title to see all details
LEG07: The New Era of Health Care Fraud: Recognizing Risky Arrangements and Navigating Law Enforcement Interactions
In June 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the largest national health care fraud takedown in history—a sweeping enforcement action that s…In June 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the largest national health care fraud takedown in history—a sweeping enforcement action that significantly impacted DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies) provi…In June 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the largest national health care fraud takedown in history—a sweeping enforcement action that significantly impacted DMEPOS (Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies) providers. This unprecedented initiative underscored the evolving and increasingly sophisticated nature of health care fraud, which often masquerades as legitimate business practices. Gone are the days when overt illegal kickbacks to prescribers were the primary concern. Today, fraudulent schemes frequently involve complex and concealed relationships with technology vendors, telehealth platforms, subcontractors, lead generators, and call centers. These arrangements may appear permissible on the surface but can carry significant regulatory and criminal implications. The legal landscape surrounding these issues is often intricate and counterintuitive. As a result, well-intentioned individuals may unknowingly engage in conduct that violates state or federal law—exposing themselves and their businesses to severe penalties. In many cases, transnational criminal organizations orchestrate these schemes by exploiting DMEPOS business owners and leveraging their Medicare billing privileges in exchange for a portion of the proceeds. Join healthcare regulatory attorney Michael Silverman and criminal defense attorney Joseph Nascimento as they share real-world case studies from their joint representation of clients who became entangled in unlawful arrangements without understanding the legal boundaries. This session will provide valuable insights into how certain practices by DMEPOS providers may inadvertently breach regulatory frameworks, the civil and criminal risks involved, strategies for identifying and avoiding questionable business relationships, and best practices for engaging with law enforcement should your organization come under scrutiny.Show MoreClick the title to see all details
