What I think is:  do doctor's pay referral fees?  I think this is illegal!   Patient care, although it is subjected to business logic and principles, is still CARE.  Here's an example where banding together might be helpful.  Most lactation consultants - not all - don't support themselves and families by their earnings as private lc's.  You cannot find a cheaper worker to do what you do and make up in volume for what you don't have in per case income.  In any case, I don't know of any professional medical provider that gives kickbacks to referring physicians.  And I think from my classes at the hospital that I work that this is called "inducement" and would be a violation of several Federal laws.  

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From: Lactation Information and Discussion [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Erika Lance
Sent: Thursday, July 14, 2011 6:20 PM
Subject: Referral fees

Anyone give businesses referral fees for lactation clients given? And what percentages are given. I have a local business that works with prenatal and post natal women desiring 25 percent in referral fees. I have a great referral system in place that doesn't cost me anything but a thank you card and an occasional gift card. Any thoughts?

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