Adam Herbst

Adam Herbst is a partner in the Governmental Practice in the firm's New York office. He is also a member of the Healthcare Team.

Areas of Practice

Adam specializes in healthcare policy, Medicaid reform, and corporate governance, with a strong focus on transforming healthcare systems to ensure equitable access and improved quality for diverse populations, including children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.

Adam has extensive experience in value-based care models, emphasizing strategies that prioritize quality and outcomes. He works to implement initiatives that incentivize healthcare providers to deliver high-value services, particularly for dual-eligible individuals who often face complex healthcare challenges. His advocacy for integrated care models fosters collaboration among providers to improve care coordination and patient outcomes.

In the area of technology, Adam is committed to leveraging digital health innovations and assistive technologies that enhance patient engagement and streamline care delivery. He supports the adoption of telehealth and electronic health records to improve access and facilitate seamless communication among healthcare providers.

Adam is deeply involved in long-term care issues, advocating for comprehensive solutions that address the needs of aging and disabled populations. He collaborates with stakeholders to develop policies that enhance the quality of care in skilled nursing facilities and home-based settings. His focus on integrated housing solutions promotes healthy living environments that support both pediatric and senior populations, ensuring that housing and healthcare services work in tandem.

In addition to his work with federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), Adam promotes population health initiatives that target health disparities and improve overall community health. His strategies often incorporate social determinants of health, recognizing the impact of factors such as housing, education, and economic stability on health outcomes.

Adam has a strong transactional background, having been involved in numerous mergers and acquisitions within the healthcare sector as Chief Legal Officer for Blythedale Children's Hospital and Heritage Health and Housing. He has a proven track record of facilitating partnerships and collaborations that enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.

As a respected thought leader and educator, Adam frequently shares his insights on health policy and system integration as an adjunct professor at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and New York Law School. His contributions foster dialogue on best practices and emerging solutions in healthcare.

Dedicated to pro bono work, Adam champions systemic changes that address health disparities and promote access to quality care for underserved populations, ensuring that all individuals receive the healthcare services they deserve.