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Title: Professional courtesy: can you legally provide it? Author: Burke M, Baum N. Journal: J Med Pract Manage; 2010; 26(1):57-60. PubMed ID: 20839516. Abstract: Professional courtesy: Something most physicians did and enjoyed doing, and that was a nice perk that physicians offered their colleagues. But is it legal? Can it still be done without breaking the law? What are the guidelines? This article will answer these questions. After reading this article, you will understand the guidelines for professional courtesy and what the risks and penalties are if they are violated.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]