Business Attorneys for Orthopedic Surgeons

Orthopedic groups often own surgery centers, imaging, physical therapy, and DME, so they deal with more healthcare regulation than most specialties. Their surgeons also sign employment, call, and industry consulting agreements that can last for years. Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service. We connect orthopedic surgeons with independent healthcare business attorneys we select to partner with.

Legal issues orthopedic surgeons commonly raise

• ASC operating agreements. These cover buy-in pricing, how much of your work must be done at the center, buy-out formulas, and what happens if you leave the group.
• Ancillary services and referral laws. In-office imaging, physical therapy, and DME raise Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute questions that need careful structuring.
• Industry relationships. Device consulting, royalty, and speaking agreements have disclosure and fair-market-value issues.
• Employment agreements. Hospital and PE-platform contracts include compensation formulas, call coverage, non-competes, and termination terms.
• Partnership agreements. Rules for admitting new partners, voting, and retirement buy-outs.
• Real estate and leases. These cover the terms between your practice and the physician-owned building, which should reflect fair market value.

When to bring in an attorney

Before you sign a contract, buy into an ASC, add an ancillary service, or accept a consulting arrangement with a device company. An attorney can explain what's typical and what's negotiable in your state. Only a licensed attorney can give legal advice about your situation.

Questions to ask before you hire

• Do you represent orthopedic groups or ASCs?
• Are you experienced with Stark and Anti-Kickback structuring?
• Do you bill hourly or by flat fee for contract review?

How the introduction works

1. Tell us what's going on.
2. We suggest an independent attorney we partner with whose practice fits.
3. You speak with them directly and decide whether to engage. They'll explain their fees up front.

The attorneys we introduce aren't employed by Physician Planning Partners and are solely responsible for their advice.

Frequently asked questions

Is Physician Planning Partners a law firm?

No. We introduce orthopedic surgeons to independent, licensed attorneys and don't give legal advice.

Should I have my ASC agreement reviewed before buying in?

Many surgeons do, because buy-out and non-compete terms can be significant. An attorney can explain them.

Can my group add MRI or physical therapy?

Often, but how it's set up matters under federal and state referral laws. An attorney can review your plan.

Is the introduction free?

Yes. You pay the attorney directly if you hire them. We may receive compensation from partner businesses.

Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service, not a law firm, and this page is general information, not legal advice. See our disclaimer.