Closing a Medical Practice inWashington
Estimated timeline: 60-90 days. This guide covers the key regulatory requirements for closing a medical practice in Washington.
Key Requirements for Washington
Patient Notification Requirements
Washington requires at least 30 days written notice to active patients. The Washington Medical Commission recommends newspaper publication and a posted notice at the practice.
Required Notification Methods
Medical Records Retention
Washington requires medical records to be retained for at least 8 years from the last date of treatment (among the longer state requirements). Minor records must be kept until age 18 plus 8 years.
Washington Medical Commission
The Washington Medical Commission (formerly the Medical Quality Assurance Commission) must be notified of the closure.
DEA Requirements
Surrender DEA registration and Washington State Department of Health controlled substance registration.
Entity Dissolution
File Articles of Dissolution with the Washington Secretary of State, Corporations Division. File final tax returns with the Department of Revenue. Note: Washington has no state income tax.
Estimated Timeline: 60-90 days
This timeline is an estimate based on Washington'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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