Physician practice mergers: The importance of due diligence and mutual trust

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2/19/2019

Kelley H. Rice, MBA, FACMPE

Despite the benefits of M&A, practices should conduct an analysis of the risks so that the final decision on merging or being acquired will be made based on complete and accurate information.

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Kelley H. Rice, MBA, FACMPE

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