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Adam J. Appleberry

Senior Counsel

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HELPING PHYSICIANS AND BUSINESS LEADERS NAVIGATE COMPLEX LEGAL CHALLENGES WITH CLARITY AND PRECISION.

Adam is a healthcare attorney focusing on compliance, credentialing, peer review, reimbursement, contracts, HIPAA, and telehealth issues for physicians.

As a former business executive and U.S. Army officer, Adam brings a unique, real-world perspective to the practice of law. He focuses his legal practice on helping physicians, medical professionals, and healthcare organizations proactively address legal and regulatory challenges—whether forming a private practice, navigating employment and partnership agreements, or preparing for a sale or acquisition.

Adam is a member of Tucker Arensberg’s Business and Finance Group and serves in the firm’s Healthcare and Mergers & Acquisitions practice groups. His healthcare clients include physicians, physical therapists, dentists, optometrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, massage therapists, and veterinarians whom he advises on compliance, contracts, compensation arrangements, and transitions in ownership or employment.

In addition to his healthcare focus, Adam represents startups, banks, and corporate clients in entity formation, financing, commercial contracting, and complex transactions. His dual JD/MBA degree from the University of Missouri along with degree from West Point and subsequent military leadership experience as a combat veteran equip him to provide grounded, strategic legal advice with discipline and integrity.

Outside of his legal practice, Adam is committed to supporting the veteran community and enjoys spending time outdoors. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Rachel Carson Trail Conservancy and loves taking on the Rachel Carson Trail Challenge each year. Adam lives in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, where most of his free time is spent chasing after his two young children.

Presentations & Publications

  • "Introduction to Telehealth, Technology and Federal Enforcement,” 2024-2025 Health Law Handbook, Thomson Reuters Publisher
  • “Non-Competes: Where Are We Now?” Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) Bulletin, September 2024
  • “HIPAA’s Breach Notification Rule,” Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) Bulletin, July 2024
  • “2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Highlights,” Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) Bulletin, December 2023
  •  "Employment Contracts for New Physicians," Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers', November 2023
  • “Private Equity Deals: Risks and Rewards for Physicians," Pennsylvania Bar Institute's "A Day in Health Law 2023 Webcast," September 2023
  • "Contracting Essentials for All Physicians, Especially Residents and Fellows," Allegheny County Medical Society (ACMS) Bulletin, August 2023

Education

University of Missouri, School of Law (JD)
University of Missouri, Trulaske College of Business (MBA)
United States Military Academy (BS)

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania

Office Location

  • Pittsburgh

Services

  • Business & Finance
  • Compliance & Risk Management
  • Import/Export Control & Compliance
  • Intellectual Property
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Privacy, Data Security, & Technology
  • Securities Capabilities

Industries

  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Privacy, Data Security, & Technology
  • Startup Businesses

Departments

  • Business & Finance

Education

University of Missouri, School of Law (JD)
University of Missouri, Trulaske College of Business (MBA)
United States Military Academy (BS)

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania

Office Location

  • Pittsburgh

Services

  • Business & Finance
  • Compliance & Risk Management
  • Import/Export Control & Compliance
  • Intellectual Property
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Privacy, Data Security, & Technology
  • Securities Capabilities

Industries

  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Privacy, Data Security, & Technology
  • Startup Businesses

Departments

  • Business & Finance

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