
Direct Primary Care Legal Requirements: What Physicians Need to Know
Direct primary care practices must meet state-specific legal requirements involving membership agreements, insurance, Medicare, and other compliance issues.

Direct primary care practices must meet state-specific legal requirements involving membership agreements, insurance, Medicare, and other compliance issues.

Before adding an AI chatbot to your practice website, you should understand what information it collects, how that information is handled, and what happens when patients start asking health-related questions.

Can physicians prescribe controlled substances through telehealth? The answer depends on federal telemedicine rules, DEA requirements, and the law of the state where the patient is located.

MSO arrangements often hinge on whether management fees qualify as legitimate compensation or prohibited remuneration. Understanding AKS rules and safe harbors is essential to reducing compliance risk.

Wisconsin’s APRN Modernization Act changes the rules for nurse practitioner collaborative agreements and independent practice. Learn when collaboration is required, when it is optional, and what Wisconsin NPs should consider before ending an existing agreement.

New federal HSA rules make qualifying DPC membership fees eligible for payment with HSA funds. Physicians should understand the requirements before marketing their membership model as HSA-eligible.

HIPAA compliance for mental health practices involves more than protecting patient records. This guide explains the Privacy Rule, Security Rule, breach requirements, 42 CFR Part 2, common violations, and a practical compliance checklist for therapists, counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists.

Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday practice operations, from documentation tools and chatbots to administrative automation. Learn how AI can create HIPAA compliance concerns and what healthcare practices should consider before adopting new AI technology.

Insurance audits can expose behavioral health providers to significant recoupment demands and compliance risks. This article explains why mental health practices face heightened audit scrutiny, the types of audits providers encounter, and the steps to take before and after receiving an audit notice.

A deficient supervision contract can lead to licensing board complaints, invalidated hours, and liability exposure. Learn what should be included, how requirements differ by license type, and why generic templates often fall short.