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Closing a Medical Practice inVermont

Estimated timeline: 60-90 days. This guide covers the key regulatory requirements for closing a medical practice in Vermont.

Key Requirements for Vermont

Notify patients at least 30 days in advance via direct mail
Notify the Board of Medical Practice
Designate a records custodian for 7-year retention
Surrender DEA registration and dispose of controlled substances properly

Patient Notification Requirements

30
Days Notice

Vermont requires reasonable notice to patients. A minimum of 30 days written notice to active patients is the standard practice.

Required Notification Methods

Direct mailPublished notice

Medical Records Retention

7
Years (Adults)
7
Years (Minors)

Records must be retained for 7 years. Minor records must be kept until age 18 plus 7 additional years.

Vermont Board of Medical Practice

Board Notification Required:Yes

Notify the Board of Medical Practice in writing about the closure and provide details on how records will be maintained.

DEA Requirements

Surrender DEA certificate. Destroy or transfer controlled substances through authorized channels.

Entity Dissolution

File Articles of Dissolution with the Vermont Secretary of State. Complete final tax filings.

Estimated Timeline: 60-90 days

This timeline is an estimate based on Vermont'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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