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A repository of articles about things doctors didn't learn in medical school, covering side gigs, finances, the business of medicine, life in medicine, and more. These resources are intended to take a deeper dive into specific topics referenced in our educational pages.
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How to Choose the Right Payroll Company
Learn what physicians should consider when choosing a payroll company for their private practice or side business, accounting for ease, flexibility, & future growth
How to Approach Purchasing an Existing Private Practice
How to approach the purchase of an existing private practice you’re considering buying from a doctor looking sell their practice, including valuation & transition
Frequently Asked Questions About the Direct Primary Care (DPC) Model
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the direct primary care (DPC) model, including often misunderstood aspects about pay, patient demographics, downsides, & more
What Mistakes Do First-Time Private Practice Owners Make?
The biggest mistakes new physician private practice owners make when opening their startup medical practice, including with marketing, hiring, budgeting, & timelines
Should I Buy an Existing Private Practice or Start One From Scratch?
The pros & cons of buying an existing private practice versus starting your own from scratch, taking into consideration convenience, costs, risks, timelines, & goals
Can I Start a Private Practice on the Side While Still an Employed Physician?
What to know about starting a private practice on the side while still employed, with pros/cons, what to check in your contract, & how to navigate employer concerns
Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage Limits: How Much Is Enough?
How to determine how high your medical malpractice coverage limits need to be based on state damage caps, & when to purchase excess professional liability insurance
Should I Use AI to Make My Website? Where AI Helps & Where It Falls Short
Pros and cons of using AI to make a website for a private practice or side business, where AI can help, & if hiring a website design & build team is still necessary
How Long Until a New Private Practice Is Profitable?
How many months physicians starting a new private practice should expect it will take until they are profitable, & factors determining when revenue will offset costs
Best Practices for Using AI in Medical Billing Without Increasing Compliance Risk
Best practices for private practices using AI in medical billing & revenue cycle management, including HIPAA, compliance, human oversight, & payer policy management
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