It is imperative for a physician to provide the proper notice to his or her employer upon leaving practice. The notice must be in the form agreed upon in good faith between the physician and the Employer. The notice should be delivered at least 30 days before the physician's departure date. Physicians should review their employment contracts to ensure they are in compliance with all terms and conditions. This includes the employment contract, deferred compensation agreement, shareholders' agreement, and operating agreements. It is also essential to understand the practice's departure policies.
Physicians have an obligation to keep patient records. These records are owned by the practice, and it is important for the departing physician to understand the terms of this obligation. This responsibility should be clearly outlined in the employment contract. If there is no such document, the departing physician may request copies of the records. If a physician is leaving a group practice, it is important to inform patients as early as possible. Depending on the specialty, physicians must notify their patients 18 to 24 months in advance of their termination. This allows for ample time for patients to find new practitioners. Moreover, it is important to give patients options for scheduling appointments and ensuring their health records are up-to-date. A physician's unexpected departure can be stressful. In the final weeks of their employment, the departing physician may focus on starting a new practice. He or she may also engage in questionable conduct in an attempt to retain patients. This situation often requires the involvement of a lawyer who will be able to negotiate the terms of the separation.
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