How to Open a Med Spa in Massachusetts
Who can own a medical spa or IV hydration business in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts prohibits the corporate practice of medicine (CPOM), meaning only licensed physicians and certain nurse practitioners with the correct education and training can own and operate a medical or professional nursing practice in Massachusetts.
Non-physicians and others who do not meet Massachusetts qualifications for owning a professional practice can participate in the day-to-day operations of a medical spa by owning a management services organization (MSO) to help manage the business and administrative side of the medical practice.
Do nurse practitioners have full practice authority in Massachusetts?
Nurse practitioners with no less than two years of supervised practice may obtain full practice authority in Massachusetts.
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Can a nurse practitioner be a medical director in Massachusetts?
Nurse practitioners in Massachusetts with full practice authority can serve as a medical director for a professional nurse practitioner practice.
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Can a chiropractor or dentist serve as a medical director in Massachusetts?
A chiropractor or dentist cannot be a medical director in Massachusetts.
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Can a physician assistant serve as a medical director in Massachusetts?
A physician assistant may not serve as a medical director in Massachusetts.
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What services are considered medical services in Massachusetts?
Neurotoxins, fillers, lasers other than laser hair removal, and IV hydration are some of the common medical spa services that are considered to be the practice of medicine and are required to be performed by medical professionals in a professional medical office.
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What services can be performed by an aesthetician in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, an aesthetician can perform services including cleansing, stimulating, manipulating, and beautifying of the skin using hands, mechanical or electrical apparatus or appliances, cosmetic preparations, tonics, lotions, or creams. Some common aesthetician services are derma planing, non-medical facials, micro-dermabrasion (that does not invade or remove cells beyond the stratum corneum), and superficial peels.
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Who can perform laser hair removal in Massachusetts?
An individual licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Cosmetology may practice laser hair removal under the supervision of a physician. Once the individual has practiced laser hair removal under the supervision of a physician for a minimum of two consecutive years, that individual may apply for a license to perform laser hair removal without the supervision of a physician.
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Is a salon license needed in Massachusetts?
Whether a salon license is needed in Massachusetts depends on what procedures the medical spa is offering.
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Is malpractice insurance required in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires malpractice insurance for physicians and nurse practitioners.
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What business entity is required for a medical business in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, professional services, including professional medical services, can be offered only by an individual licensed practitioner, professional partnership, professional corporation, professional limited liability partnership, or professional limited liability company.
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