When you make the decision to sell your physical therapy clinic and partner with U.S. Physical Therapy (USPh), you gain access to a sophisticated, on-staff legal department dedicated to protecting and empowering your practice.
Why Legal Support is Important to Physical Therapy Business Owners
From contracting and network agreements to regulatory compliance and audits, today’s owners face a complex legal landscape that can be difficult to navigate without support. Whether it’s managed care contracts, reimbursement policies, or Medicare-related matters, having a specialized legal team available can help protect business assets and operations.
How USPh’s Legal Team Supports Our Partnerships
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Contracts & Agreements
Our legal team helps draft, negotiate, and review a wide range of documents, whether it’s payor contracts, network participation agreements, or employment and non-compete clauses. This ensures you’re getting the best possible terms and are compliant with state and federal guidelines.
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Compliance Counsel
With strict requirements around billing, Medicare, Medicaid, and healthcare privacy, clinic operations must meet ongoing regulatory benchmarks. USPh’s legal department works hand‑in‑hand with compliance specialists to identify risks, create action plans, and guide you through audits or reviews.
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Audit Readiness & Support
When audits arrive, whether for Medicare reimbursement, recovery, or tax issues, the USPh legal team steps in to help you prepare, respond to inquiries, and provide detailed guidance through every turn.
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Acquisition & Partnership Transactions
USPh’s legal professionals help structure transactions, ensure legacy protection, and manage post-closing governance, all while maintaining your identity and autonomy.
Legal Counsel Built for You and Your Physical Therapy Practice
Part of USPh’s unique OnePartner model is offering entrepreneurs and clinicians a chance to maintain an ownership percentage while benefiting from national expertise. That includes more than 250 support professionals covering legal, contracting, compliance, marketing, operations, and HR, all centralized in Houston but focused on your local needs.
If you’re interested in selling your physical practice and exploring a partnership with U.S. Physical Therapy, consider scheduling a no-pressure conversation. Whether you’re interested in support with contracts, marketing, or compliance, the Business Development team stands ready to help every step of the way.
