Hladys v. Commonwealth

This appeal raises a question concerning the due process requirements governing administrative hearings and decisions.

Jacob J. Hladys, M.D., was a licensed physician practicing in the Richmond area. In 1969, he entered into a contract with the State Department of Health to act as a “physician-provider” with the Virginia Medical Assistance Program (Medicaid). In that capacity, he rendered medical services to Medicaid patients and was compensated by the Commonwealth. In May 1972, after an extended controversy concerning his billing practices, Dr. Hladys received a letter from the State…