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Fee-Splitting Laws

Meaning

Fee-splitting laws are state-level regulations that generally prohibit licensed medical professionals from sharing professional fees with unlicensed individuals or entities. These statutes are designed to protect the clinical integrity of the patient-physician relationship and prevent undue financial influence on medical decision-making. In the specialized field of hormonal health and wellness, these laws govern the financial structure between licensed practitioners, such as endocrinologists, and non-licensed business management organizations or wellness coaches. Strict adherence is necessary to maintain ethical clinical autonomy and safeguard patient interests.