Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and employment conditions. Must be considered when structuring work hours and compensation.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities, requiring reasonable accommodations in the workplace.
Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.
HIPAA Compliance: Federal regulations governing patient privacy and security of medical information, which physicians must comply with in their practice.
Stark Law: Federal law prohibiting physician self-referral for Medicare and Medicaid patients, affecting how compensation structures can be designed.
Anti-kickback Statute: Federal law prohibiting the exchange of anything of value to induce referrals of federal healthcare program business.
State Medical Board Requirements: State-specific licensing and practice requirements that physicians must maintain to practice medicine.
Malpractice Insurance Requirements: Specifications for professional liability insurance coverage required for medical practice.
Non-compete Agreements: State-specific restrictions and requirements regarding non-competition clauses in physician contracts.
Hospital Privileging Requirements: Specific requirements for maintaining hospital privileges and medical staff membership.
DEA Registration: Federal requirements for prescribing controlled substances and maintaining DEA registration.
Immigration Compliance: Federal requirements for foreign medical graduates including visa requirements and J-1 waiver obligations if applicable.
State Labor Laws: State-specific employment regulations affecting working conditions, benefits, and employment terms.
Medical Staff Bylaws: Institution-specific rules and regulations governing physician practice within a healthcare facility.
Compensation Structure Compliance: Requirements for ensuring compensation arrangements meet fair market value and comply with federal and state regulations.
