Trauma Associates of North Broward, Inc., et al.; Prohibited Trade Practices, and Affirmative Corrective Actions

Résumé

In settlement of alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair acts and practices and unfair methods of competition, this consent order requires, among other things, Dr. Johnson, the president of a Florida corporation, to dissolve Trauma Associates within 180 days. Prior to its dissolution, Trauma Associates is required to give copies of the settlement to any entity with whom it has entered into contract negotiations for trauma surgical services since its inception. In addition, the order prohibits the ten surgeons from entering into, organizing, or implementing any agreement to: refuse to provide surgical services in connection with any effort to fix the prices for such services; prevent the offering or delivery of surgical services; deal on collectively determined terms with any provider of health care services; or encourage anyone to engage in an activity prohibited by the settlement.