To ensure that it is completely legal and ethical for speech therapists and their practices, along with other licensed therapists and clinicians to connect their clients with us at Beyond High C, we retained the nationally practicing health care attorneys of Chapman Law Group.

The attorneys conducted research on Stark Law and other Anti-Kickback Statutes, as well as research on Beyond High C and the way we operate and accept fees from our participants. They have determined that because we are not therapists, and do not bill insurance or submit anything for reimbursement to a federal healthcare program, we fall outside Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statutes. There is no ethical or legal conflict in connecting clients to Beyond High C.

As the attorneys put it, a therapist recommending our program to a client is like suggesting someone join a gym to continue to progress and maintain the gains made during their recovery from physical injury. As a neuropsychologist we spoke with put it: we fall under the “wellness” umbrella. 

We are entertainers with instructing experience. We have first-hand knowledge of vocal technique, because we are professional singers. Every member of our team has educational background in musical theater, not in heathcare. 

We are caring members of the community and the way we engage our participants is very much in line with the Life Participation Approach to the treatment of Aphasia accepted by many clinicians who work with people with aphasia. 

The memo provided to us by The Chapman Law Group confirming the claims listed above, is available to view by clicking the button below.  We suggest scrolling to the conclusion on the last page of the document for a quick overview. We pride ourselves in honest transparency. 

We would love to connect with you to help deliver the best possible outcome for all people with aphasia, survivors of stroke + brain injury and others. It is our mission, and you are a critical partner!