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One of the most exciting (and legally complex) moments is when a dental practice owner is ready to grow. Whether that means adding a new location…

Key Takeaways: Assign a dedicated point of contact and acknowledge the audit notice in writing. Clarify the audit’s scope and purpose and track…

Key Takeaways Small businesses are uniquely vulnerable to disruption when a founder dies or becomes incapacitated—especially if they lack estat…

Protecting the company, its founders, and its long-term stability Key Takeaways Small businesses are uniquely vulnerable to disruption if a found…

Third-party payer audits are on the rise as insurers use data analytics to identify “outlier” billing patterns. Healthcare providers can redu…

Key Takeaways Every healthcare practice—regardless of size—should maintain a formal written compliance plan. A strong compliance plan reduces…

Key Takeaways A valid Veterinary Client Patient Relationship (VCPR) is a legal prerequisite for diagnosing, treating, or prescribing for an anima…

Key Takeaways Every payer audit request must be handled promptly, professionally, and with legal precision. Providers have defined rights under f…

Key Takeaways Misclassifying employees as contractors is one of the most common—and costly—employment law mistakes in veterinary clinics. Ove…

Key Takeaways Proactive compliance is the most effective defense against payer audits. Documentation quality and consistency are the first line o…

The Legal Foundation of Informed Consent The Duty to Inform Every dentist has a legal duty to obtain informed consent before performing any proce…

As private dental practice ownership evolves, many dentists are fielding offers from Dental Support Organizations (DSOs). These deals can look at…