Closing a Medical Practice inHawaii
Estimated timeline: 60-90 days. This guide covers the key regulatory requirements for closing a medical practice in Hawaii.
Key Requirements for Hawaii
Patient Notification Requirements
Hawaii requires reasonable notice to patients, typically at least 30 days. Written notification to active patients is expected.
Required Notification Methods
Medical Records Retention
Hawaii requires medical records to be retained for at least 7 years from the last date of treatment. Minor records should be kept until age 18 plus 7 years.
Hawaii Medical Board
The Hawaii Medical Board, under the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA), must be notified of the closure.
DEA Requirements
Surrender DEA registration and Hawaii Narcotics Enforcement Division controlled substance registration.
Entity Dissolution
File Articles of Dissolution with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Business Registration Division. File final tax returns.
Estimated Timeline: 60-90 days
This timeline is an estimate based on Hawaii's regulatory requirements. Your actual timeline may vary based on practice size, number of insurance panels, outstanding AR, and whether bankruptcy proceedings are involved. Brad can provide a precise estimate for your specific situation.
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