Substack: The Designation is Not the Destination

About this episode

The episode discusses the varying definitions and implications of being a 'healthcare provider' across different states.

Send us Fan Mail What exactly do we mean when we call ourselves “healthcare providers”? “Healthcare provider” does not mean the same thing everywhere. Depending on the state, it might mean defined scope and enforceable accountability. It could relate to insurance participation. Maybe it means elevated liability standards. Worst case, it might mean mostly vibes. These variations aren’t trivial. Once the label of “healthcare provider” or “healthcare service” enters statute, it stops being brand...

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Host: Healwell

Topics covered

• healthcare providers
• scope of practice
• insurance participation
• liability standards
• healthcare services

Keywords

• healthcare
• provider
• scope
• insurance
• liability
• accountability
• vibes

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