Independent Director Proposed for Quality Systems

A group including Lawndale Capital Management has proposed that an independent director be nominated to the board of Quality Systems Inc., according to documents filed Monday with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Lawndale, which holds a 6.8% stake in the Tustin provider of computerized medical data processing equipment, also has discussed with Quality Systems management and directors plans to maximize shareholder value, including its acquisition strategy and the integration of its separate businesses, the filing said.

The company’s stock dropped 50 cents to $9.75 a share.