Botox Malpractice: How to Protect Yourself From Liability
February 3, 2022
Botox injections are big business for medical practices. Before you start offering this service, make sure that you protect yourself from liability.
The Pros and Cons of Medspa Arrangements for Physicians
March 6, 2020
Learn the potential risks, benefits, and additional considerations physicians need to weigh before becoming affiliated with a medical spa.
Laser Treatment at the Medspa: The Rules on Physician Delegation and Oversight in Illinois
January 7, 2019
In Illinois, only physicians have the legal authority to perform laser treatments for skin rejuvenation. However, qualified non-physician personnel may provide laser treatment services under certain conditions. We review the requirements here.
How to Open a Medical Spa (Medspa) if your License Requires Physician Supervision
December 2, 2018
Legally, medical services must be provided by physicians or within a physician-owned entity. Does this mean that other entrepreneurial-minded healthcare professionals can’t open a medical spa business? Not exactly. Read on to learn more.
Legal Risks of Sharing Patient Photos in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
September 8, 2018
Just because your peers feature before-and-after photos in their marketing doesn’t mean that it’s legally compliant. Learn the risks of sharing patient photos and how you can stay on the right side of HIPAA and your...
How Your Medi-Spa May Be Inadvertently Violating Stark Law
August 29, 2018
Physician referrals are great for business, but they can also bring prohibited conflicts of interest. Get to know Stark Law and learn how to avoid putting your medi-spa at risk. An essential legal concern while operating,...
A Medspa Practitioner’s Refresher on Medical Necessity and Cosmetic Treatments
July 16, 2018
In Illinois, almost all health insurance companies and HMOs pay claims based on medical necessity. If a treatment is deemed to be medically necessary, an insurance company or HMO will likely pay the claim on that...