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Clinical autonomy clause

How much say you have over treatment decisions, scheduling and templates compared with employer protocols.

Employer-friendly
Decisions and treatment plans must align strictly with Employer-established protocols.
Physician-friendly
Physician will exercise independent professional judgment in treatment decisions, consistent with broad clinical guidelines and occasional peer review.

Sample wording written by Andwise for illustration. It is not model contract language.

Questions to ask

  • Who sets your patient schedule and visit lengths?
  • Can protocols change during the contract without your agreement?
  • Is the clause tied to compensation or termination for cause?

In the contract guide

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