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Source: VETERINARY ECONOMICS

Q&A: No deal on a professional discount

February 1, 2011

My practice regularly refers cases to a nearby specialty practice. Recently my own dog became sick, and the clinic offered me a disappointingly meager discount for its services. Am I expecting too much? Is there a standard for professional discounts?

Source: DVM360 MAGAZINE

Texas legislation would waive 'confidentiality' for delinquent veterinary clients

January 26, 2011

Austin, Texas -- Legislation in the Texas House of Representatives would waive confidentiality privileges for clients who are delinquent in paying for veterinary services.

Source: FIRSTLINE

What if my state doesn't allow non-veterinarian ownership?

January 1, 2011

Use this loophole to negate vague or exclusive bylaws.

Source: VETERINARY ECONOMICS

Video: The worst ethical breach in the veterinary profession

December 30, 2010

Though you may feel it in their best interest, not being completely forthcoming with information about a client's pet may lead to trouble.

Source: VETERINARY ECONOMICS

Q&A: Making sense of mandatory meetings

September 1, 2010

Our monthly meetings are mandatory, and people's days off and time working are being docked. Is this legal?

Source: DVM360 MAGAZINE

5 types of potentially litigious veterinary clients

September 1, 2010

If you see them coming, be concerned — and ask them to seek veterinary care elsewhere

Source: VETERINARY ECONOMICS

Practice vehicle safety is riding on you

September 1, 2010

Team members running work errands for your veterinary practice must be licensed and their cars must be in good shape. Otherwise, guess who's on the hook for liability?

Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS

Regulations you need to know: OSHA (Part 1) (Proceedings)

August 1, 2010

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) was created under the Department of Labor to enact and enforce those measures necessary to ensure that every American has a safe and healthy work environment. These "rules" are known as standards and are published in Chapter 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Source: VETERINARY ECONOMICS

Your practice's most wanted

August 1, 2010

You may trust your employees, but are you certain there are no thieves among your staff? Here's a look at how veterinary practices are dealing with theft—and the warning signs you should look for.

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