The physicians who own the orthopedic practice have their livelihood on the line, so they will want to keep a close eye on operations and finances. Ever wonder how they get to be owners? What kind of responsibilities they have? How they get a stake in profits?  

In this module, you’ll take a look under the hood of physician practice ownership, how it impacts the way the business is governed, and the requirements the physicians must meet to remain owners.  

Learning Objectives 

When the learner has completed this course, they will be able to: 

Define the term “governance” 

Describe how company worth is determined

Explain how decisions are made