Karen C. Owens

Karen C. Owens: Leading Healthcare Attorney in Phoenix

Karen C. Owens is a seasoned legal advocate dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of healthcare providers across a broad spectrum of legal challenges. With extensive experience in advising hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare systems, she specializes in navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the healthcare industry, offering strategic counsel and robust representation in matters of quality management, medical staff credentialing, compliance, and dispute resolution. Ms. Owens’ expertise extends to virtually every facet of healthcare operations, providing critical legal support to urban, academic, community, and rural providers alike.

Ms. Owens’ comprehensive understanding of healthcare law allows her to effectively address a wide range of issues, including but not limited to: administrative and regulatory law, antitrust law, health care law, litigation, counseling medical staff leadership, drafting and revising medical staff bylaws and policies, responding to surveys and deficiency statements, obtaining state licenses, and advocating for legislative and regulatory developments. Her demonstrated ability to resolve contested matters short of formal hearings significantly benefits her clients, minimizing disruption and potential financial repercussions. She skillfully navigates the complexities of state and federal reporting requirements, ensuring full compliance with regulations set forth by entities like the National Practitioner Data Bank, state professional boards, and the Joint Commission.

A cornerstone of Ms. Owens’ practice is her deep understanding of medical staff matters. She has successfully represented medical staff leadership in more than thirty peer review hearings, providing invaluable expertise in managing investigations, crafting compelling defenses, and securing favorable outcomes. Her meticulous approach to developing and revising medical staff bylaws and associated policies and manuals, combined with her strategic guidance, ensures that healthcare organizations operate within established legal and ethical frameworks. Ms. Owens’ proactive advocacy on regulatory and legislative issues keeps her clients informed and prepared for evolving healthcare regulations.

Recognized as a leading expert in her field, Ms. Owens consistently delivers exceptional results for her clients. Her expertise extends to representing individual physicians, nurses, and other providers in professional board matters, protecting their licenses and reputations. She possesses a profound understanding of complex legal issues within the healthcare sector, including patient consent, end-of-life care, negligent credentialing, and EMTALA compliance. Ms. Owens’ strategic thinking and commitment to achieving favorable outcomes have made her a trusted legal advisor to healthcare providers nationwide.

Practice Areas:

• Administrative / Regulatory Law
• Antitrust Law
• Health Care Law
• Credentialing
• Medical Staff Law
• Litigation
• Counseling

Education & Credentials:

• Lawyer of the Year: Health Care Law, Phoenix (2012)
• Recognized: Administrative / Regulatory Law, Antitrust Law, Health Care Law
• Special Focus: Counseling, Credentialing, Health Care, Hospitals, Licensing, Litigation, Medical Staff Law, Regulatory
• Awards: Lawyer of the Year: Health Care Law, Phoenix (2012), Recognized: Administrative / Regulatory Law, Recognized: Antitrust Law, Recognized: Health Care Law
• Bar Admissions: Arizona (all disciplines)
• Professional Recognition: Super Lawyers (Southwest) for Health Care (2010 to present), Martindale Hubbell - AV Preeminent Peer Rated, Chambers U.S.A. Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers, Health Care (2015 - present); The Best Lawyers in America©: Health Care Law (2000 - present); Antitrust Law (2004 - present)

Ms. Owens is a recognized leader in the legal community, consistently recognized by top legal directories, including Best Attorney USA since 1999. Her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional legal service has solidified her reputation as a trusted and highly respected attorney in the healthcare sector. She remains deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of professional integrity and client advocacy.