Closing a Medical Practice inUtah
Estimated timeline: 60-90 days. This guide covers the key regulatory requirements for closing a medical practice in Utah.
Key Requirements for Utah
Patient Notification Requirements
Utah requires reasonable notice to patients, typically at least 30 days written notice to active patients.
Required Notification Methods
Medical Records Retention
Utah requires medical records to be retained for at least 7 years from the last date of treatment. Minor records must be kept until age 18 plus 7 years.
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
DOPL, which oversees physician licensing in Utah, must be notified of the practice closure.
DEA Requirements
Surrender DEA registration and Utah controlled substance registration through DOPL.
Entity Dissolution
File Articles of Dissolution with the Utah Division of Corporations. File final tax returns with the Utah State Tax Commission.
Estimated Timeline: 60-90 days
This timeline is an estimate based on Utah'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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