About Mark Stephen
Mark Stephen Thomas is an attorney specializing in health law, based in Gainesville, Florida. He has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1990, marking over three decades of legal experience. Throughout his career, he has held various significant positions that underscore his expertise in health law. Notably, he served as a Partner at Thomas Health Law Group, where he provided legal counsel to healthcare providers and organizations. His role as Chief of Staff and Special Counsel at the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration further solidified his influence in the healthcare sector. In addition to these roles, Mr. Thomas was the Director of the Florida Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Division.
This position involved overseeing investigations and prosecutions related to Medicaid fraud, a critical area of health law. His experience also includes serving as a Legislative Lawyer and Assistant General Counsel, where he navigated complex legal frameworks affecting healthcare legislation. His multifaceted background in both legal practice and public service gave him a knowledge of the healthcare landscape in Florida. Mr. Thomas earned his Juris Doctor from Florida State University College of Law in 1990, the same year he joined the Florida Bar. His academic credentials extend beyond law; he holds two Master of Business Administration degrees. One is in Health Services Administration from the University of Miami, obtained in 1989, and the other is in Health Care Finance from Florida State University, earned in 1980.
This educational foundation has provided him with a unique perspective on the intersection of law and business in the healthcare sector. In 2003, Mr. Thomas achieved Board Certification in Health Law, a credential he has maintained through recertification in 2008 and 2013. This certification is evidence of his expertise and ongoing commitment to the field of health law. His professional affiliations are extensive, including memberships in the Florida Bar Health Law Section, the Health Care Compliance Association, the Florida Academy of Healthcare Lawyers, the American Bar Association Health Law Section. The American Health Lawyers Association. These memberships reflect his active engagement with the legal community and his dedication to staying current with industry developments.
Throughout his career, Mr. Thomas has participated in numerous reported court cases, showcasing his active role in the legal community. His involvement in various committees and councils, such as the Mental Health Subcommittee of the Families and Children in the Court Steering Committee of the Supreme Court of Florida and the Florida KidCare Coordinating Council, further illustrates his commitment to improving healthcare policy. His experience and dedication to health law have made him a respected figure in his field. For more information about his practice and professional background, you can visit the Thomas Health Law Group's website.
