Michael took us through our post payment review and dropped the over payment from $3.2 million dollars to $72,000.00 dollars. His testimony in court is only comparable to the forceful compelling briefs he writes for presentation before the court. I would recommend Michel without reservation and full confidence, as you will not meet a person with his desire to win and passion for the courtroom. All Care Home Health, Los Angeles CA.

Michael has been doing appeals for us for the past two years and we enjoy a greater than 90% win rate with his expertise and effort. Last month in court we observed the ALJ using Michael's briefs and the format he presented them in to take his notes on and guide him through the charts as we argued them before the ALJ. Michael's belief in "he who prepares the best arguments before the trial" attitude has recovered great amounts of money for us. Englebert Ponsones DPCS .

Michael took us through our post payment review which was a real ordeal. We stood before a judge who it seemed to us forced his will upon us and denied almost every case we argued. Michael spent 3 months preparing 136 appeals for us and left the courtroom with us already planning his next steps. We were fully demoralized leaving the courtroom and he was already busy planning ahead, we were anticipating several million dollars in payback to CMS and saw no hope in sight; Michaels vision reached way beyond the pain we were feeling at that moment. As we left the parking lot he was with us in the car describing what needed to take place next, and was already in motion in his mind before we made it to the freeway from the court in Irvine CA. That focus and vision in the face of defeat was something I have never seen in a person. I had a hard time believing anything could be done at first yet Michael with no hesitation and full confidence was certain that he new what was in our medical records and would not let no be the answer we received. As the denials came in from the judge we were not surprised at the results as the demeanor of the judge was a sure sign of what he intended to do. Michael took the appeals to the DAB with a fierce determination and the desire to never stop fighting. We had 85% of the appeals overturned at the DAB level due to Michael's determination and arguments. I am now a believer of michael as a person,professional,and a person with incredible integrity and ethics. I readily endorse Michael to anyone who has the need to ask. Ralph Barsegian, Quality Home Health Services

Our case has been showcased by the DAB as an example of what to do. The case is posted at the following web address: www.hhs.gov/dab/divisions/medicareoperations/macdecisions/quality_homehealth.pdf

Michael understands home health operations better than anyone I know, and has the same pitbull approach to fighting FI's as we do while recognizing real errors and offering corrective actions that are possible, affordable, and in the end beneficial to the company. Top qualities: Great Results, Personable. Elizabeth Zink Pearson, Principle of Pearson and Bernard Attorneys at Law

Michael was very professional and easy to work with. He has a great working knowledge of the subject matter, and was eager to share this with us. I would not hesitate to call on Michael again or recommend him to any of my colleagues. Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative Rose M Lamoureux Health Information Manager at Roger Williams Home Care

I give Michael highest possible recommendation as he is a professional, personable and very knowledgeable of the industry with honesty and integrity. I enjoyed working with Michael and have utmost respect for him and his ability. Top qualities: Great Results, Expert in his area John Chang Interim Home health

Michael McGowan has been a consultant for Epic Home care for a number of years. He provided valuable assistance in establishing appropriate policies and procedures, as well as ongoing support in the operation of the business. Whenever we have an operational or reimbursement question, Michael is the first person we turn to for an answer, and his advice is always on point and presents an appropriate solution for the problem we may be facing in light of our business' specific needs. He is an invaluable resource for both our day-to-day operations and strategic planning, and maintains highest professional standards of competence, professionalism and timeliness. Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert Angela Altman DPCS

Michael is a proactive individual with creative implementable solutions for every challenge we have faced. His passion for his clients is only second to his passion for refining his skills and assisting us to achieve new heights. Top qualities: Expert, Creative J. Orville Arias