San Diego Medical Business Lawyers

Helping Your California Healthcare Business Succeed

Medical business entities are governed by complex laws addressing virtually every aspect of their operation. From complicated business formation rules to OSHA and HIPAA compliance issues, medical businesses frequently operate under substantial government scrutiny.

If you own or manage a healthcare or medical business or you are considering starting one, protect yourself and your business by turning to the Watkins Firm to speak with an attorney experienced in both health care and medical business law.

At the Watkins Firm, our San Diego medical business attorneys have the knowledge and experience to guide clients through the formation and administration of medical business entities, as well as the litigation of business disputes. For a free, no-obligation consultation, contact us at our offices in San Diego, or call: 858-535-1511.

3 Key Takeaways when Searching For a California Medical Practice Attorney

• The practice of medicine and the business structures that support a medical practice or medical business require extensive experience, legal skill, regulatory compliance insight, and expertise regarding all of the federal, state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances that govern a medical practice or business.
• Management Services Organizations or MSOs provide a unique opportunity to attract external investment and expertise and manage the “business” side of your practice or medical business, so that you can focus on delivering exceptional healthcare and outstanding patient satisfaction and experience.
• Look for a legal partner with decades of experience in medical practice / healthcare industry law, that can help you and your practice or medical business from the moment of inception, through mergers and acquisitions, as well as timely and cost-efficient resolution of any dispute or lawsuit.

Setting Up Effective Structures for Medical Practices

The formation of a private medical practice, physician group, surgery center, hospital or other medical business entity is a complex process governed by both corporate and health care law.

A medical business entity — whether it is solely owned or a joint venture — may also require licensing and regulation by the state, and certain types of legal entities may not be available.

Many medical practices and healthcare entities benefit from a Management Services Organization or MSO that serves as a companion entity managing the non-medical business aspects of the healthcare entity.  This not only reduces overhead expenditures but increases the patient experience and quality of healthcare delivery.

Our attorneys are familiar with the laws governing medical businesses and have assisted many clients in the effective formation of health care businesses. We are also experienced at drafting the agreements that govern the day-to-day activities of medical practices and other medical providers, including employment agreements for doctors and nurses, which are governed by special legal standards and restrictions.

Listen to our Sound Business Insights Podcasts “Episode 7: Medical Practices and Healthcare Businesses, Episode 30 – Management Services Organizations or MSOs, and Episode 37 – Medical Practice and Healthcare Governance and Compliance”

Advising Clients on All Aspects of Medical Business Law

The administration of a medical business entity can present special challenges unique to the health care field. We are familiar with a wide range of issues relevant to medical institutions, including the following:

• Physician Employment Agreements and Independent Contractor Agreements for Physicians and Medical Professionals
• Insurance terminology and billing codes
• Laws affecting the sale of medical practices
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Medical employment agreements

We also represent medical entities, as well as doctors and other medical professionals, in any business and professional disputes that may arise.

We understand that whether you are starting a medical business, seeking counsel on day-to-day operations or involved in a dispute, you need a lawyer who is familiar with your business and your profession. Don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss how we can help.

We invite you to review our podcast episode 30 – Management Services Organization or MSO the strong recommendations of our clients and contact the Watkins Firm or call 858-535-1511 for a complimentary consultation today.