Contract Review and Negotiation for Dentists
Dentists and dental associates are often asked to sign employment and independent contractor agreements that govern compensation, production and collections formulas, restrictive covenants, malpractice coverage, scheduling and location requirements, termination rights, repayment obligations, and other important terms.
Attorney Robert Chelle reviews and negotiates dental contracts for new graduates, experienced associates, DSO-employed dentists, independent contractors, and dentists evaluating partnership, ownership, or practice purchase opportunities nationwide.
- Attorney-led review of dental employment and independent contractor agreements.
- Analysis of compensation percentages, production and collections formulas, bonuses, and daily guarantees.
- Review of non-competes, non-solicitation provisions, malpractice coverage, repayment obligations, and termination terms.
- Guidance on partnership, ownership, buy-in, and practice purchase agreement provisions.
A dental contract can affect compensation, scheduling, future employment options, and financial obligations long after it is signed. Reviewing the agreement before signing gives you an opportunity to identify unclear or unfavorable provisions and request changes.
Choose the Dental Contract Review You Need
Select the type of agreement or contract issue you are evaluating. Each service focuses on the compensation, restrictions, insurance obligations, termination provisions, and financial terms most relevant to that type of dental arrangement.
Dental Associate Contract Review
Comprehensive review of a dental associate agreement, including compensation, production and collections, benefits, restrictive covenants, malpractice coverage, and termination terms.
View service →Dentist Employment Contract Review
Review of an employed dentist agreement with a focus on compensation, bonuses, scheduling, location requirements, malpractice coverage, repayment obligations, and termination rights.
View service →Dentist Independent Contractor Review
Analysis of 1099 dentist agreements, including compensation, expenses, malpractice obligations, restrictive covenants, classification issues, and post-termination responsibilities.
View service →DSO Contract Review
Review of DSO and multi-location agreements involving production or collections formulas, location assignments, restrictive covenants, malpractice obligations, and termination terms.
View service →Dental Associate Compensation Review
Evaluation of production, collections, salary, daily guarantees, bonuses, lab fee deductions, reconciliation provisions, chargebacks, and other compensation terms.
View service →Dentist Non-Compete Review
Review of non-compete and non-solicitation provisions, including duration, geographic scope, covered locations, triggering events, and potential effects on future practice opportunities.
View service →Dental Malpractice Insurance Review
Review of malpractice policy type, coverage limits, premium responsibility, tail coverage, prior acts coverage, and post-termination professional liability obligations.
View service →Dental Partnership Contract Review
Evaluation of partnership and buy-in agreements, including equity, valuation, governance, compensation, voting rights, restrictive covenants, and exit or buyout provisions.
View service →Dental Practice Purchase Agreement Review
Review of dental practice purchase agreements covering purchase price, assets and liabilities, indemnification, restrictive covenants, transition obligations, financing, and closing terms.
View service →Not Sure Which Dental Contract Service You Need?
If you are unsure which service fits your situation, start by sending us your agreement. We can identify the type of contract or issue involved and determine whether you need a full contract review, compensation review, non-compete analysis, negotiation support, or another dental contract service.
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Review state-specific contract guidance or browse detailed resources on compensation, restrictive covenants, malpractice coverage, termination, repayment obligations, and other dental employment issues.
Dental Contract Review Services — Frequently Asked Questions
What types of dental contracts do you review?
We review dental employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, DSO contracts, associate agreements, compensation arrangements, non-compete provisions, malpractice and tail insurance terms, partnership and buy-in agreements, and dental practice purchase agreements.
When should a dentist have a contract reviewed?
Dentists should consider contract review before signing a new employment or independent contractor agreement, accepting a renewal or amendment, entering a partnership or buy-in arrangement, purchasing a practice, or signing a termination-related agreement. Reviewing the contract before signing provides the best opportunity to identify unclear or unfavorable terms and request changes.
Can dental employment contracts be negotiated?
Yes. Many dental contracts can be negotiated, particularly provisions involving compensation, production or collections formulas, daily guarantees, bonuses, restrictive covenants, malpractice coverage, repayment obligations, scheduling, location requirements, and termination rights.
Do you review dental contracts for dentists nationwide?
Yes. Dental contract review services are available to dentists throughout the United States. State law can affect restrictive covenants, compensation requirements, termination provisions, and other contract terms, so the agreement should be considered in light of the law that applies where the dentist practices.
What is included in a dental contract review?
A dental contract review typically examines compensation, production and collections formulas, bonuses, benefits, scheduling, location requirements, restrictive covenants, malpractice coverage, repayment obligations, termination provisions, outside activities, and other terms that may affect the dentist’s income, obligations, and future practice options.
Do you review DSO contracts?
Yes. DSO contracts often include detailed production requirements, compensation formulas, multiple practice locations, restrictive covenants, repayment obligations, and termination provisions. These terms should be reviewed carefully because they can significantly affect both compensation and future employment options.
Do you review dental partnership and buy-in agreements?
Yes. Partnership and buy-in reviews may include equity terms, valuation methods, ownership percentages, voting and governance rights, compensation, capital contributions, restrictive covenants, buyout provisions, and what happens if a partner leaves or the relationship ends.
What is the difference between contract review and contract negotiation?
Contract review focuses on identifying and explaining the important terms, risks, and obligations in the agreement. Negotiation goes further by proposing revisions, helping prioritize requested changes, and assisting with communication regarding the terms the dentist wants modified.