Medical Practice Launch Guide
Your comprehensive roadmap to successfully launching your medical practice
Planning Phase (Weeks 1-4)
Business Planning
- Develop comprehensive business plan
- Financial projections and budgeting
- Location analysis and selection
- Equipment and technology needs assessment
- Staffing plan development
Legal Requirements
- Business entity formation
- Tax ID registration
- Professional liability insurance
- Business insurance coverage
- Banking relationship establishment
Location Setup
- Lease negotiation and signing
- Office space design
- Construction/renovation planning
- Utilities setup
- Security system installation
Licensing & Credentialing (Weeks 4-12)
Medical Licensing
- State medical license verification
- DEA registration
- State-specific requirements
- Controlled substance registration
- Laboratory certifications
Provider Credentialing
- Medicare/Medicaid enrollment
- Insurance panel applications
- Hospital privileges
- CAQH profile setup
- Background checks completion
Compliance Setup
- HIPAA compliance program
- OSHA compliance
- Medical waste management
- Safety protocols
- Emergency procedures
Operations Setup (Weeks 8-12)
Technology Implementation
- EHR system selection and setup
- Practice management software
- Medical billing system
- Phone system installation
- IT infrastructure setup
Staff Hiring
- Job descriptions creation
- Recruitment process
- Staff training program
- Employee handbook
- HR policies establishment
Vendor Relations
- Medical supplies vendors
- Equipment suppliers
- Service contractors
- Maintenance agreements
- Emergency service providers
Marketing & Launch (Weeks 10-16)
Digital Presence
- Website development
- Social media setup
- Online directory listings
- Patient portal setup
- Review management system
Marketing Strategy
- Brand identity development
- Marketing materials creation
- Local advertising plan
- Community outreach program
- Referral network development
Launch Preparation
- Staff training completion
- Systems testing
- Opening event planning
- Patient communications
- Final inspections
Additional Resources
Essential tools and templates to support your practice launch
Legal & Compliance
- State Medical Board Requirements
- HIPAA Compliance Checklist
- Business Entity Formation Guide
- Insurance Coverage Requirements
- Employment Law Guidelines
Financial Planning
- Practice Budget Template
- Equipment Financing Options
- Revenue Projections Model
- Startup Cost Calculator
- Insurance Contract Analysis
Operations
- EHR Selection Guide
- Staff Training Manual
- Policy & Procedures Template
- Quality Assurance Protocols
- Emergency Response Plan
Marketing
- Digital Marketing Playbook
- Patient Acquisition Strategy
- Brand Development Guide
- Social Media Templates
- Community Outreach Plan