Business and Practice Management Flashcards

A massage therapist operating as a sole proprietor must report business income on which IRS form?

Answer: Schedule C (Form 1040)

Sole proprietors report business profit and loss on Schedule C, which is filed with their personal Form 1040.

Which element is MOST critical when writing a professional bio for a massage therapy website?

Answer: Highlighting credentials, specialties, and the therapist's approach to care

A professional bio should clearly communicate credentials, areas of specialty, and the therapist's treatment philosophy to attract ideal clients.

What is the primary purpose of malpractice (professional liability) insurance for a massage therapist?

Answer: To protect against claims of negligence or harm arising from professional services

Malpractice insurance protects the therapist financially if a client claims injury or negligence resulting from treatment.

A therapist notices that a longtime client's health history form is several years old and contains no recent updates. The BEST course of action is to:

Answer: Have the client complete a new or updated intake form before the next session

Health histories should be reviewed and updated regularly to capture changes in medications, conditions, or contraindications.

When setting service fees, a massage therapist should consider all of the following EXCEPT:

Answer: The client's household income

Fee setting should reflect market rates, overhead, and financial goals — a client's personal income is not an appropriate pricing factor.

Which of the following is an example of an ethical marketing practice for a massage therapist?

Answer: Accurately describing services and credentials in all promotional materials

Ethical marketing requires honest, accurate representation of services and credentials without making unsubstantiated medical claims.

A massage therapist must file quarterly estimated taxes when:

Answer: They expect to owe at least $1,000 in federal taxes for the year

The IRS requires quarterly estimated tax payments when a self-employed person expects to owe $1,000 or more in taxes for the year.