Legal 123s with ByrdAdatto

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael are joined by Arielle Schmeck a Partner at JTaylor. Drawing on her experience in health care consulting and valuations, Arielle shares the unintended consequences that arise when physicians assume a high valuation means a good deal. Tune in to understand the full scope of valuations, including the value of assets, minority interest discounts, private equity involvement, and the real cash flow implications for practice owners.Listen to the JTaylor Health Care Podcast for the latest health care industry trends: https://www.jtaylor.com/media/podcastsWatch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael, along with series regular Jay Reyero, share the story of a cardiology practice that added a cash-based weight loss program to its traditional insurance-based model. The change led to unexpected legal challenges, patient confusion, and operational strain as the practice struggled to manage conflicting payment structures. Tune in to learn the legal obligations of in-network providers, the compliance risks of mixing payment models, and how to stay compliant when adding new services.  Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael sit down with Nirav Patel, MD, JD , a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Patel Plastic Surgery. Dr. Patel shares how signing a two-year, 15-mile non-compete agreement led to unexpected challenges when he decided to open his own practice. Tune in to understand the long-term impacts of non-competes, how minor restrictions can lead to major business consequences, and how physicians can protect their autonomy.  Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael, along with series regular Jay Reyero, dive into the story of an orthopedic surgeon who agreed to serve as the medical director for a friend’s medical spa. What began as a temporary, low-effort role turned into a long-term liability when a demand letter from a patient’s attorney uncovered hidden risks. Tune in to learn how to structure a compliant medical director arrangement and the key steps you can take to limit your liability.    Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael are joined by Dr. Kimberly Evans, board-certified OB-GYN and founder of Sugarland Med Spa. After transitioning from a traditional clinical practice to opening a med spa, Dr. Evans faced the unintended consequence of trying to do it all while also managing patient expectations. She shares how challenging moments led her to restructure her practice, set clearer boundaries, and implement protocols that support long-term growth. Tune in for insights on shifting from traditional medicine to aesthetics or wellness, including operational and legal complexities of combining insurance and cash-pay services, and why letting go can be a strategic move for long-term success.Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadattoStay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael are joined by Cameron Atlas, a keynote speaker, performance coach, and musician, to discuss how business owners can stay focused, avoid burnout, and lead with intention. Cameron specializes in helping leaders and teams enhance performance, improve decision-making, and effectively navigate change. Tune in to learn how a career built on performance and precision can contribute to burnout and discover how regularly evaluating key decisions can help you build a more resilient business.Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadattoStay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share the story of a plastic surgeon whose hands-on approach helped create a thriving practice. Things took a turn when an unhappy patient uncovered weak spots in its operations and the risks of a practice built around one person. Tune in to learn how contracts, delegation, and internal protocols can foster sustainable growth while protecting your practice along the way.Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share the story of a physician with ambitions to launch his own investment fund. What began as a promising opportunity quickly unraveled due to an overly complex business model's legal structure, hidden conflicts of interest, and a lack of proper oversight. Learn how well-intentioned business moves can unravel due to complicated legal structures and how to prevent these risks.    Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael share the story of a Texas dermatologist whose thriving practice was undermined by business operational missteps, one of which involved the misclassification of a key employee. Tune in to learn the legal differences between independent contractors and employees, the tax and operational implications of each, and the agreements necessary to safeguard your practice from costly mistakes.    Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagram LinkedIn

In this episode, hosts Brad and Michael, along with series regular Jay Reyero, share the story of an orthopedic surgeon and the unintended consequence of landing his dream job as team physician for a top college football program. As new NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) rules reshaped college sports, student athletes can seek compensation beyond traditional medical expenses, increasing a surgeon’s malpractice exposure. Tune in to learn how legal and regulatory shifts in health care, especially those outside your control, can quietly impact your practice, and the steps you can take to protect yourself from unexpected risks.  Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto  Stay connected for the latest business and health care legal updates:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn