Start Your Own Medical Practice—
Without Costly Mistakes or Corporate Control
Build your dream practice with expert guidance from concept to grand opening.
Expert guidance from concept to grand opening — so you can focus on medicine, not logistics. Serving physicians, NPs, and allied health professionals across all 50 states.
50+ Practices Opened
Opened in 25 States
14+ Years of Experiences
6 mos. average time to open
Is this You?
You went into medicine to help patients, not to fight a system.
Independent practice is more viable than ever — with the right partner guiding you through every step.
Burned Out By Corporate Medicine
Productivity quotas, 15-minute slots, and administrators making clinical decisions. You became a doctor to connect with patients, not to feed a machine
Ready to Be Your Own Boss
You know what great care looks like. You're ready to build a practice that reflects your values — but the business side feels daunting without a roadmap.
Overwhelmed By Where to Start
Credentialing, entity formation, EMR selection, payor contracts — it's a maze. Without expert guidance, costly mistakes are almost inevitable.
What Our Clients Say
Physicians Who Made the Leap
Our Process
Your roadmap from idea to open doors
Every step, handled with precision — so nothing falls through the cracks.
Here’s How It Works
Define Your Vision & Business Model
Specialty, patient population, practice type — DPC, concierge, hybrid, or traditional insurance-based.
Entity Formation & Legal Structure
PC, PLLC, or group practice — set up correctly from day one to protect your assets and satisfy state law.
Financing & Budgeting
Detailed budget development, loan preparation support, and startup cost projections tailored to your scope.
Find & Prepare Your Location
Lease negotiation support, build-out planning, and vendor coordination for your physical space.
Systems, Technology & Operations
EMR selection, billing workflows, front-office systems — set up to scale efficiently from day one.
Credentialing
We manage timelines, paperwork, and negotiations to maximize your reimbursements.
Branding and Marketing
Brand identity, website, Google presence, and a patient acquisition plan tailored to your community.
Staffing & HR
Job descriptions, offer letters, onboarding checklists, and compensation benchmarking for your market.
Compliance & Risk Management
HIPAA, OSHA, malpractice, and billing compliance — thoroughly reviewed before you see your first patient.
Open Your Doors
Launch support and ongoing growth consulting to keep momentum strong.
Why Cornerstone?
We get in the trenches. Our team has navigated many specialties, multiple state regulatory environments, and many payor contract challenges — so you don’t have to figure it out alone.
We’re physician-centric, which means your clinical vision always drives the business decisions — not the other way around.
- Specialized exclusively in medical practice launches — not general business consulting
- Nationwide network of healthcare attorneys, lenders, and vendors
- Supports physicians, NPs, and allied health professionals equally
- Experienced in cash based, concierge and traditional practice models
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Too many practices fail in the first two years because of:
Underestimating credentialing and contracting timelines
Overspending on equipment or office space
Neglecting compliance, HR, or payroll setup
Failing to develop a robust marketing plan
Attempting to “DIY” complex steps without expert help
We help you sidestep these roadblocks — saving time, money, and stress.
Medical Practice Startup Costs: What to Expect
Startup costs can range widely, but most new practices invest between $40,000–$100,000+, depending on specialty, location, and scope. Major expenses include:
Real estate and buildout
Technology and equipment
Licensing and credentialing
Marketing and branding
Staffing and training
We provide detailed budgeting support and help you maximize every dollar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to open a new practice?
Most practices take 6–12 months from planning to opening, depending on credentialing, buildout, and local factors.
Can I open a practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Allied Health Professional?
Absolutely! We support physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals of all types.
Is private practice still viable?
Yes—independent practices can thrive with the right strategy and support.
Your Practice Starts with One Conversation
No pressure. No sales pitch. Just an honest discussion about your vision and whether we’re the right fit to help you build it.
