Larry Gage, Health Care Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC
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Larry Gage is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Health Care.
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- Handles Health Care matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026).
About Larry Gage: Larry Gage is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Health Care.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Larry takes on
Larry concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Larry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Larry takes health care matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Larry agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Larry Gage — health care lawyer in Washington
Larry Gage is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Health Care.
Larry Gage is a senior counsel in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office whose practice is focused primarily on public sector and nonprofit health law and policy. In 1981, Larry founded the National Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (NAPH)(an organization now known as America’s Essential Hospitals). He served as president of that organization for over 30 years, developing and achieving enactment of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement reforms that are the economic lifeblood of hospitals serving a disproportionate number of elderly and low-income patients.
Along with his advocacy and health policy representation of NAPH, Larry's clients have included major teaching hospitals, medical schools, integrated health and hospital systems, and state and local governments across the country. He has assisted clients with mergers, reorganizations, conversion to other corporate structures and negotiation of complex contracts, affiliation agreements and joint ventures. Larry’s practice also has an international aspect—he is a cofounder and past Board Chair of American International Health Alliance, which is funded by USAID, PEPFAR and other U.S. and international organizations. He has provided advice and assistance to clients throughout the former Soviet Union, and in Eastern Europe, Asia and Africa. . Larry was also a member of the Governing Board of the University HealthSystem Consortium for ten years.
The governance and legal structure of academic medical centers has been a primary area of Mr. Gage’s focus for over 30 years. He has written and lectured extensively on this subject, including a Special Report on Transformational Governance for Public and Nonprofit Hospitals, published by the American Hospital Association’s Center for Healthcare Governance in November, 2012. In 2016, Mr. Gage also wrote a chapter on “Representation of Public Hospitals” in the American Health Lawyers Association’s Handbook on Representing Hospitals and Health Systems.
Larry served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health Legislation in the Department of Health and Human Services and as staff counsel and subcommittee staff director for the U.S. Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee (now the Senate HELP Committee).
How Larry handles health care matters
Larry Gage is a senior counsel in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office whose practice is focused primarily on public sector and nonprofit health law and policy. In 1981, Larry founded the National Association of Public Hospitals and Health Systems (NAPH)(an organization now known as America’s Essential Hospitals). He served as president of that organization for over 30 years, developing and…
The kind of cases Larry takes
Larry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Columbia University
J.D. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Larry's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
ACTIVE
Larry studied at J.D. in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Larry completed J.D. in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Larry runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Larry has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Hospital Association Trustees Award, May 2012
2026
Best Lawyers in America — California Association of Public Hospitals Award of Recognition, 2011
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Safety Net Hospital Pharmacy Alliance, Lifetime Achievement Award, 2011
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — American Hospital Association Trustees Award, May 2012 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — California Association of Public Hospitals Award of Recognition, 2011 (2026).
Locations
Larry Gage's office in Washington
Larry's primary office is at 950 F Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20004-1404. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Larry Gage — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Larry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Larry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Larry's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Larry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Larry
Larry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Larry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Larry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Larry Gage
How much does it cost to hire Larry for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Larry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Larry offer a free consultation?
Larry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Larry's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Larry's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Larry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Larry take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Larry is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Larry will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Larry?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Larry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Larry accepting new health care clients right now?
Larry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia
Larry handles health care matters throughout District of Columbia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified health care attorneys in that community.
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