Selling a healthcare practice isn’t a step you wake up and take one morning. Whether you run a medspa, a wellness clinic, or a family practice, it’s something that builds up over time. Maybe you're feeling ready for change, or you've achieved the growth you set out for. Maybe you're hitting roadblocks that make running...
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What Is CPOM Compliance—and Why It Matters in California CPOM compliance is a cornerstone of legally operating a medical spa in California. The Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) doctrine restricts non-physicians from controlling any part of medical decision-making. For med spa owners, this means offering services like Botox, microneedling, or hormone therapy without violating CPOM...
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Med spa legal compliance isn’t just a legal concern—it’s the foundation of your entire business model. As medical spas rapidly expand across the U.S., especially in high-growth states like California, navigating the complex legal terrain becomes critical for long-term success. From licensing to corporate structure, every aspect of a med spa’s operations must align with...
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Buying a medical practice in Texas is a huge, rewarding investment. But it has challenges that need careful planning. Whether you are a seasoned physician or a first-time buyer, every step is vital. It will help you secure a profitable and sustainable practice. This guide walks you through each critical stage. Step 1: Define Your...
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Buying a medical practice is an exciting career step. But, it has big legal risks. A single oversight can lead to compliance violations, financial losses, or operational setbacks. Avoiding these Five Legal Mistakes when buying a medical practice will make sure you don't encounter any of these setbacks. 1. Skipping Comprehensive Legal Due Diligence A...
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Understanding LLCs: Flexibility and Protection When starting a healthcare practice, LLCs offer a flexible option that provides robust protection for owners' personal assets. Not only are they relatively easy to form with minimal paperwork, but they also offer significant tax flexibility. Typically, LLCs are taxed as “pass-through” entities, meaning profits and losses flow directly to...
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Physicians understand the significance of reputation in building a successful practice, but what might not be immediately apparent is the crucial role of intellectual property (IP) as a core business asset. Intellectual property encompasses legal protections for creations of the mind and comes in various forms, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. Each of...
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In many industries, kickbacks are seen as a normal part of doing business, but in the realm of healthcare, they're viewed quite differently. Kickbacks are not only unethical, but they're also illegal, posing a significant threat to patient welfare and the integrity of healthcare systems. It's important to understand the Anti-Kickback Statute so as to...
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Once you’ve made the wise decision to trademark your business, you may or may not know where to start. The legal realm of trademark regulations is full of specific rules and requirements. If you’d like to learn more about the fundamental requirements for a trademark, then you’ve come to the right place! Here are the...
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If you're managing a medical practice, you might assume that the services of a healthcare attorney are only necessary when facing a lawsuit. However, healthcare attorneys offer more than just litigation support; they can provide crucial assistance in various operational aspects. Here are five situations where your practice may benefit from the expertise of a...
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