Martin J. Bree has dedicated his entire career to serving the needs of health centers both inside government and out. From 1998 through 2004, Mr. Bree directed the Health Center Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) medical malpractice program, influencing much of the policy that is in effect today. For nearly 30 years, his experience as a Public Health Service Officer working with the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and health centers gives him a unique ability to help clients craft solutions to their grant and FTCA related problems.

Mr. Bree understands health center operations and government/health center relationships, advising clients on appropriate courses of action when faced with difficult agency decisions. He assists health center clients on the entire scope of matters related to the FTCA program, such as completing applications, incorporating the FTCA into compliance programs, expanding the scope of project and preparing for litigation if that becomes necessary.

Representative Matters

  • Developed policies and procedures necessary for a successful FTCA Deeming Application.
  • Provided assistance and solutions to reduce gaps in FTCA coverage.
  • Prepared Reconsideration Requests when FTCA coverage was denied.
  • Assisted health centers prepare for HRSA Operational Site Visits and FTCA site visits and developing responses to findings.
  • Advised health centers in developing relationships with other institutions while maintaining FTCA coverage.

Honors/Awards

Department of Health and Human Service Awards

  • Secretary’s Award for Distinguished Service (2002)
  • HRSA Administrators Award for Excellence (1998)

U.S. Public Health Service Awards

  • Distinguished Service Medal (2004)
  • Unit Citation (1981, 1989, 1992, 1996, 1999, 2001)
  • Citation (1984, 1991, 1998)
  • Crisis Response Award (1992, 1993)
  • Commendation Medal (1979, 1990, 1993)
  • Special Assignment Award (1981, 1992)
  • Achievement Medal (1982)
  • Hazardous Duty Award (1982)
  • Outstanding Service Medal (1981)
  • Outstanding Unit Commendation (1981)

U.S. Army Awards

  • Humanitarian Service Medal (1981)
  • Commendation Medal (1976)
  • National Defense Service Medal (1974)

Department of State Awards

  • Meritorious Service Citation (1981)

Previous Experience

  • Triton Group LLC, Senior Partner (2004–2010)
  • U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) Commissioned Corps., Captain (CAPT) (1976-2004)
  • U.S. Army, First Lieutenant (1974–1976)
Martin J. Bree, Of Counsel

Practices

Education

  • J.D., Rutgers School of Law (1985)
  • M.H.A., Medical College of Virginia (1974)
  • M.B.A., St. John’s University (1973)
  • B.B.A., University of Notre Dame (1970)

Bar/Court Admissions

  • New Jersey
  • *Not Licensed in Washington, DC. Practice limited to federal health care matters.

Publications

Professional Memberships / Affiliations

  • American Health Law Association
  • Military Officers Association