Private practice ownership in audiology offers independence and opportunity, but it also carries a host of legal and compliance responsibilities. From employment law and patient privacy to contracts, billing practices, and risk management, today’s practice owners must navigate a complex legal landscape while focusing on patient care and business growth. This session will explore the most pressing legal issues that practice owners face. Through practical examples, attendees will gain a clear understanding of their legal obligations, common pitfalls to avoid, and proactive strategies to protect their practices. Whether you are a new practice owner or a seasoned professional, this course will provide tools and insights to strengthen compliance, mitigate risk, and support long-term success.
Attendees will be able to:
- Identify and interpret key legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements impacting audiology practices, including the federal and state frameworks that govern healthcare business operations.
- Describe key employment law obligations for practice owners.
- Recognize common legal pitfalls in audiology practice contracts, and apply strategies to mitigate associated risks.
- Identify patient privacy and data security obligations under HIPAA and related state law, including informed consent, recordkeeping, and breach notification requirements.
- Identify compliance requirements, including fraud and abuse laws (e.g., the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law) relevant to audiology practices.
- Develop proactive compliance practices and risk management policies to safeguard the practice against legal disputes and regulatory enforcement.
