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Business and Practice Management Flashcards

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  1. A massage therapist who works as an independent contractor at a spa should receive which IRS form from the spa for income reporting purposes?

    Answer: 1099-NEC

    Businesses that pay independent contractors $600 or more in a year must issue a 1099-NEC for non-employee compensation.

  2. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'scope of practice' in the context of massage therapy business management?

    Answer: The range of services a therapist is legally and ethically trained and licensed to perform

    Scope of practice defines the legal and ethical boundaries of services a licensed massage therapist is qualified to provide.

  3. A massage therapist wants to accept credit card payments. The MOST important consideration when choosing a payment processor is:

    Answer: Transaction fees, security standards, and compatibility with the therapist's booking system

    Choosing a payment processor requires evaluating transaction costs, PCI-DSS security compliance, and how well it integrates with practice management tools.

  4. A therapist's lease agreement for her treatment room is expiring. Before signing a renewal, she should review the lease terms for all of the following EXCEPT:

    Answer: The landlord's personal credit score

    Lease review should focus on financial terms, operational restrictions, and legal rights — the landlord's personal credit is irrelevant.

  5. Which of the following is the BEST reason to maintain detailed records of continuing education completed after initial licensure?

    Answer: To comply with state license renewal requirements and demonstrate ongoing competency

    Most states and the NCBTMB require documented continuing education hours for license renewal to ensure therapists maintain current competency.

  6. A massage therapist is considering offering gift certificates. Which practice is MOST important from a business and legal standpoint?

    Answer: Tracking gift certificate sales as revenue only when they are redeemed

    Gift certificate sales should be recorded as a liability (deferred revenue) until redeemed, reflecting accurate financial reporting and legal compliance.

  7. Which of the following actions would MOST likely constitute a violation of professional boundaries in a massage therapy business?

    Answer: Entering into a personal romantic relationship with a current client

    Entering a romantic relationship with a current client constitutes a serious professional boundary violation that exploits the therapeutic relationship.