Do not start by reading everything. Start by picking the path that fits where you are right now.
If you came here because someone told you "1099 is better" and now your head is spinning over entities, taxes, deductions, contracts, insurance, CPAs, and rates — you are in the right place.
Most anesthesia providers do not need to become tax experts.
They need to know:
What do I do first?
What am I missing?
Who should I talk to?
How do I stop guessing?
That is what this community is built for.
Pick your path:
For W-2 anesthesia providers thinking about going 1099.
Start here if you are asking:
Do I need an LLC, S-Corp, or sole prop?
How much more do I need to make for 1099 to be worth it?
What insurance do I need?
How do I find the right CPA or tax professional?
What contract terms matter before I sign?
Comment below: LEAP
For mixed W-2/1099, new 1099, or current 1099 providers.
Start here if you are asking:
Am I set up correctly?
Is my CPA missing things?
Am I overpaying taxes?
Am I missing deductions?
Am I handling quarterly taxes correctly?
Go to Classroom → Step 1: Tax Audit Tool.
Then come back and comment: LEAKS
For experienced 1099 providers.
Start here if you are asking:
What are other providers getting paid?
What is the agency spread?
How do I negotiate better terms?
How do I avoid bad contracts?
How do I build retirement and income strategy beyond just working more shifts?
Comment below: LEVERAGE
The point
Find the leaks.
Make the leap.
Create your leverage.
Start free.
Pick your path. Find the gap. Upgrade to fix it.
Removing the fear and uncertainty of independent practice.
Educational only. Not tax, legal, or financial advice.
— Richard