Before a Wage & Hour Division Investigation
Take preventative measures to minimize exposure: • Check all current and recent (within the last several years) 1099’s and agency vendor agre…
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Department of Labor Audits – Why Am I Being Investigated
After receiving correspondence from the Department of Labor notifying the practice owner of an audit, practice owners often ask, “Why am I bein…
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Terminating the Dentist/ Patient Relationship
Many dentists struggle to terminate the dentist/ patient relationship. Reasons for termination may include the patient deciding to get dental imp…
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Cyber Security in the Dental Industry
Cybersecurity needs to be taken very seriously within a business, especially with clients whose personal information is concealed on in-house sys…
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Provisions to Include in an Associate Contract
All dental associate contracts should include the following items: 1. Restrictive Covenants – protects confidential information including: pati…
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HR Audit Checklist
The Hiring Process – Accurate job description developed for all positions – Job application submitted with required forms (background check,…
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Cybersecurity Program Development
Security for any company is an essential feature, which is why companies must consult a Cyber Security Company or attend a cybersecurity program…
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Top 10 Cyber Risks Facing Your Business
Within the past several years, technological advances have swept the business industry. The dramatic increase in technology used daily has drasti…
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Estate Planning – Papers to Gather
As a business owner, your estate planning is crucial to address personal matters as well as business matters. Below is a list of important docume…
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Opening a New Business Timeline
10-12 Months Before Opening • Create a thorough business plan • Develop your business philosophy • Determine all major expenditures and est…
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Legal Issues Regarding Business Transitions
In addition to financial issues and considerations, there are numerous legal issues involved in a transition. An attorney experienced in the nuan…
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Patient Record Release Authorization Elements
Many patient record release forms do not follow the strict guidelines required for HIPAA compliance. Dentists using these forms face the risk of…
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