How To Start An Acupuncture Practice II
five pain in the ass things you have to do second
This podcast is for the new practitioner, student or someone transitioning from contractor to business owner. In this episode I dish up your second serving of , “open a clinic pie”. Yep! A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down! There is absolutely NO WAY you can avoid this dish. This acupuncture practice stuff requires a special balance. Here we are working on Yin within Yang. This episode is all about the things within the business that make it turn.
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I launch with special thanks to my support team and all of the 2020 podcast celebrities on my show.
Here is the link for the Qiological podcast. You are going to love it!
Coming up in 2021 we are going to start with a series with Rachel Schumont of Counsel For Wellness. Knowing what legal matters you should and shouldn’t concern yourself with is key. We often esteem ourselves with our abilities to come to a quick and accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. You need to be the same with your business. Know your legal boundaries and how to keep them accurate as well. It could save you a fortune.
The one and only Sharon Weizenbaum will be here soon with a special announcement of whats cooking at the White Pine Institute. Here’s a hint: There is something for everyone.
Watch for a membership thru AcuSprout this year. This will be a great opportunity for you to go deeper into topics where you need a little more information and attention. Things to look forward to: Webinars, Q and A office hours, and a community forum where we can all communicate.
Here are the next 5 things to do: BUT WAIT! If you haven’t listened to episode 013 do that first. There is a method to the order. It will be easier for you!
1.) Get Malpractice Insurance
2.) Choose an EHR
Or you can be old fashioned and use paper. Just be sure to understand the HIPAA regulations regarding the safekeeping of those files.
Check out GoogleWorkspace. (*Affiliate Link) You are going to need a HIPAA compliant email address anyway. Keeping records here may be a good way to start if you can figure out how to sign the documents.
3.) Set up your Books (options)
Hire a bookkeeper to keep your books OR hire a bookkeeper to set them up and teach you how to do the things.
In episode 012, Travis Kearn suggests you learn how to set your books up with Hector Garcia CPA on youtube to learn the ropes. I agree.
I mention GoDaddy but have since changed my mind. You should just start out with QuickBooks .
4.) Hire an Accountant
Ask other Acupuncturists who are similar to you who they use. A word of mouth referral is going to yield the best possible outcome.
Go for a consultation. Is their office organized? Are they timely? Good Shen? (LOL)
If you are confused at all, walk away. They should be able to explain everything clearly and have a nice little “to do” schedule for you.
5.) Pick a Domain Name
I like Hover. Whatever you do, don’t use the same company for your domain name and domain host.
You might consider using,”Acu” instead of “Acupuncture”.
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