CPOM Operations

How this is sold

These are not sold separately. They are what your clinical layer includes when it runs on TrueEval, scoped to your program, your states and your specialties.

What CPOM Operations covers

The Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) doctrine prohibits non-physician entities from practicing medicine or employing physicians. Navigating these laws is critical for any healthcare company — telehealth platforms, medspas, IV therapy clinics, and wellness centers alike. TrueEval supports state-aware clinical operations and PC-MSO implementation in coordination with the operator's independent healthcare counsel.

What you get

State-by-state operating requirements Clinical input for PC-MSO implementation Requirements for counsel-prepared agreements Ongoing regulatory monitoring Clinical governance workflows Fee-flow implementation inputs for counsel Board and agency response coordination Periodic operational reviews

How it works

CPOM Assessment: TrueEval and the operator's independent counsel map the clinical model to the target jurisdictions. Structure Design: Independent counsel advises on legal structure; TrueEval supplies the clinical and operational requirements for implementation. Documentation: Independent counsel prepares or approves legal documents; TrueEval implements the approved clinical governance and workflows. Implementation: We guide implementation and provide ongoing monitoring for regulatory changes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Corporate Practice of Medicine doctrine?

CPOM is a legal doctrine in many states that prohibits non-physician entities (corporations, LLCs) from practicing medicine, employing physicians, or controlling clinical decisions. It affects how healthcare businesses must be structured — typically requiring a Professional Corporation (PC) owned by a licensed physician, with a separate Management Services Organization (MSO) handling business operations.

Which states enforce CPOM laws?

CPOM enforcement varies significantly by state. States like California, Texas, New York, and Illinois have strict CPOM laws, while others have more relaxed approaches or specific exemptions. TrueEval's public guides are a starting point. Independent healthcare counsel should determine which legal requirements and exceptions apply to the operator's specific model.

What is a PC-MSO structure and why do I need one?

A PC-MSO structure separates clinical operations (Professional Corporation owned by a physician) from business operations (Management Services Organization). This structure allows non-physician entrepreneurs to operate healthcare businesses while complying with CPOM laws. The MSO handles marketing, billing, HR, and operations, while the PC handles clinical care and medical decisions.