Business Attorneys for ENT Physicians

ENT practices often run regulated services under one roof, including audiology, hearing aid dispensing, in-office allergy immunotherapy, CT imaging, and sleep testing. Each one raises its own licensing, supervision, and referral-law questions. ENT physicians also sign employment, call, and partnership agreements that shape their careers. Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service. We connect otolaryngologists with independent healthcare business attorneys we select to partner with.

Legal issues ENT physicians commonly raise

• Hearing aid dispensing. State dispensing licenses, consumer protection rules, trial-period and return policies, and the effects of over-the-counter hearing aid rules.
• Allergy and imaging in the office. Supervision requirements and how in-office CT and allergy services are set up under Stark and the Anti-Kickback Statute.
• Audiologist and APP relationships. Supervision, scope of practice, and compensation that complies with referral laws.
• Employment and call agreements. Compensation formulas, call coverage, non-competes, and termination terms.
• Partnership and PE agreements. Buy-ins, buy-outs, rollover equity, and limits after a sale.
• Facial plastics marketing. Before-and-after photos and cosmetic advertising need proper patient authorization and must follow advertising rules.

When to bring in an attorney

Before you sign a contract, add an ancillary service, change how you pay audiologists, or respond to a letter of intent. An attorney can explain what's typical in your state. Only a licensed attorney can give legal advice about your situation.

Questions to ask before you hire

• Do you represent ENT, audiology, or allergy practices?
• 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 ENT physicians to independent, licensed attorneys and don't give legal advice.

Does my hearing aid program need a legal review?

Many practices review dispensing, return, and pricing policies with an attorney, especially as rules change.

Should I have my employment agreement reviewed?

Many physicians do, because non-compete and call terms can be significant. An attorney can explain them.

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.