#  Legal Issues in Audiology

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**Presentation Date:** 04 October 2026

**Duration:** 2:50:12

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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:**

1. Identify and interpret key legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements impacting audiology practices, including the federal and state frameworks that govern healthcare business operations.
2. Describe key employment law obligations for practice owners.
3. Recognize common legal pitfalls in audiology practice contracts, and apply strategies to mitigate associated risks.
4. Identify patient privacy and data security obligations under HIPAA and related state law, including informed consent, recordkeeping, and breach notification requirements.
5. Identify compliance requirements, including fraud and abuse laws (e.g., the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law) relevant to audiology practices.
6. Develop proactive compliance practices and risk management policies to safeguard the practice against legal disputes and regulatory enforcement.

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**Speakers:**

- Brandon Pauley, Esq.