Business and Legal Practices Flashcards
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Which of the following is required in MOST US states before practicing massage therapy legally?
Answer: A state-issued massage therapy license
Most US states require massage therapists to hold a state-issued license, which typically involves completing an approved program and passing a licensing exam.
The MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination) is administered by which organization?
Answer: FSMTB
The MBLEx is administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) and is the most widely accepted licensing exam in the US.
A massage therapist operating as an independent contractor is responsible for:
Answer: Paying self-employment taxes and managing their own business expenses
Independent contractors are self-employed and are responsible for paying self-employment taxes, managing their own schedule, and covering business expenses.
General liability insurance for massage therapists PRIMARILY protects against:
Answer: Client injury or property damage claims resulting from your practice
General liability insurance covers claims of bodily injury or property damage that occur as a result of your professional activities.
Which of the following is a legal requirement for most massage therapy businesses regarding employee records?
Answer: Maintaining accurate payroll and tax withholding records
Employers are legally required to maintain accurate payroll records and properly withhold and report employee taxes under federal and state law.
A cancellation policy should PRIMARILY be included in which document shared with clients?
Answer: Client intake and service agreement
The client intake and service agreement is the appropriate place to outline cancellation policies so clients understand and agree to them before treatment.