If you run or are planning to start a healthcare practice, especially in integrative medicine or direct primary care (DPC), understanding what a covered entity under HIPAA is essential. Many providers assume HIPAA applies only to large hospitals or insurance-based practices. In reality, the definition is broader and more nuanced
There’s more to starting a functional medicine practice than just opening your doors and seeing patients. Anyone can form an LLC or lease a space, but operating legally in healthcare is a completely different challenge. The decisions you make at the beginning will determine whether your practice thrives in the