Delegation to Licensed and Unlicensed Personnel
The authority of a physician to delegate patient care to office staff may well be one of most important tools in running a chiropractic practice.
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Delegation of Duties to Unlicensed Staff
When assigning tasks to unlicensed staff, ensure there’s a physician-patient relationship, provide adequate training, have licensed personnel on-site for oversight, and delegate tasks within your expertise. Check out the video for further details!
Read MoreWarning: Stop Delegating to Independent Contractors
Delegating tasks to independent contractors in chiropractic practice can create legal and financial issues. Understanding the key distinction between delegation and independent contractor relationships is vital for compliance.
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Massage Therapist Law
The Massage Licensing Act requires licensure for persons engaged in massage for compensation. The act also protects the use of the title “Massage Therapist.”
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A Simple Check that Can Save Thousands (and Prevent Sanctions)
Federal law gives authority to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) to impose Civil Monetary Penalties to practices that hire an employee/contractor who has been excluded from Medicare (or other federal programs). If the employee/contractor is involved in any part of service to the Medicare (or other federal program) patient, it can create a penalty liability as much as $10,000 PER service rendered.
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