Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to T F Conetta.
This article is the first in a series addressing the structuring of group medical practice entities, shareholder relationships, and general representation factors. In this article, a general background in federal tax planning is provided, including strategies for minimization of income tax payment and the potential problems that may be encountered when a group practice is not carefully structured.
The classification of physicians and associated health care professionals as employees or independent contractors in a group practice context is an important and frequently misunderstood issue, with many traps for the unwary. This article discusses the effect of classification on a group's responsibilities, the factors to consider in determining whether a health care professional should be classified as an employee of the group or an independent contractor, and the practical considerations involved in reclassification of an improperly classified worker.