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Contact Congress Over Drug Shortage Issues

A Kentucky congressman is urging surgical facilities to contact their members of Congress and request that they sign his letter demanding changes to...

N.J. Posts ASC Inspection Reports Online

State and federal inspection reports of New Jersey's ASCs are now available online, giving patients an opportunity to make more informed choices abo...

Are Opioids Necessary?

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How to Join Forces

The legal entity you use can have far-reaching implications. Choose wisely.

Scott Becker, CPA, JD and Emily C. Balfe

Once you've decided to start up an ambulatory surgery center, one of your very next steps should be determining what kind of legal entity you will form to own the facility. The decision is very important, as it influences your liability for the debts the center incurs, the share of profits you will pay to Uncle Sam, and the governance of the center. Unfortunately, like many important decisions, it is also quite complex. Much depends on the kind of ASC you plan to build, who the owners will be, and the laws of your state. In this article, we'll briefly explain the rationales for "S," "C" and professional corporations, "limited liability" companies, limited partnerships, and general partnerships.

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