Wiki Stark

[aleeya01]

Can a physician refer patients to her cousin clinic for a PT since her cousin's not immediate family?

Thank you,

 

[thomas7331]

A cousin is not considered an immediate family member under the Stark law. A physician can refer in this situation, assuming of course there is no other financial interest that would cause a conflict.

http://www.thehealthcarelawyer.com/stark-law-immediate-family-member-definition/