KevinMD September 23, 2024
Tomi Mitchell, MD

Let’s play a little game of “What if?” Tune into your creative side for a few minutes—imagine, just for a second, if we billed like lawyers. I know, I know… I’m not saying we should, but imagine. Please let that sink in for a moment.

How often have we been casually approached at a party, a family gathering, or even in line at the grocery store with, “Hey, Doc, I have this rash—what do you think?” I know I have been there countless times—people asking me for medical advice that I couldn’t bill for—free, unsolicited advice.

Now, picture this scenario:

You smile politely and respond: “Of course! I’ll need a $5,000 retainer upfront, a copy of your ID, and if...

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