Practice Closure RequirementsBy State
Every state has unique requirements for closing a medical practice. Select your state below to see patient notification rules, records retention periods, medical board requirements, and more.
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Click on your state to see the specific regulatory requirements, timelines, and compliance steps for closing a medical practice.
What Each State Guide Covers
Patient Notification Requirements
Required notice periods (30-90 days), acceptable notification methods (certified mail, publication, posting), and template guidance for compliant notice letters.
Medical Records Retention
State-mandated retention periods for adult and minor patient records, HIPAA-compliant custodianship requirements, and records transfer procedures.
Medical Board Procedures
Board notification requirements, license status options (inactive, surrender, retire), and timeline for board communications.
Entity Dissolution & DEA
Steps for dissolving your practice entity with the Secretary of State, DEA registration surrender (Form 104), and controlled substance disposal.
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