State guide · Idaho
Starting a Medical Practice in Idaho
What physicians need to know about Idaho's regulatory environment, entity requirements, and practice-specific rules.
Entity required
Professional Service Corporation or Professional LLC
LLC permitted
No
CPOM enforcement
Moderate
Top income tax
Verify — flat 5.695% (2024)
Min. franchise tax
None
Med board registration
Not required
The information on this page is provided for general reference only and may not reflect recent regulatory or legislative changes. Entity formation requirements, tax rates, and CPOM rules vary by state and change frequently. Always verify requirements with your state's official agencies, a qualified healthcare attorney, or a CPA with medical practice experience before making business formation decisions. Nothing on this page constitutes legal or financial advice.
Entity Requirements
Idaho physicians may form a Professional Service Corporation under Idaho Code Title 30 Chapter 13 or a Professional LLC. All shareholders or members must be licensed Idaho physicians.
Filing is with the Idaho Secretary of State.
- •Form a Professional Service Corporation or Professional LLC
- •All shareholders/members must be licensed Idaho physicians
- •File Articles of Incorporation or Certificate of Organization with the Idaho Secretary of State
- •File Annual Report with the Secretary of State
Corporate Practice of Medicine
Idaho recognizes a moderate Corporate Practice of Medicine doctrine. Lay ownership of medical practices is restricted by the professional entity statutes. Fee-splitting is prohibited.
Tax Considerations
Idaho transitioned to a flat personal income tax of 5.695% (Verify — recent rate cuts). No franchise tax.
- •Flat personal income tax: Verify — approximately 5.695%
- •No franchise tax
- •Sales tax of 6% statewide
Idaho State Board of Medicine
Idaho does not require entity registration with the Board of Medicine. Individual physicians are licensed.
- •No general entity registration required
- •All practicing physicians must hold an active Idaho medical license
Employment Law Considerations
Idaho is employer-friendly. At-will employment, no state-mandated paid sick leave, and non-competes generally enforceable.
- •At-will employment
- •No state-mandated paid sick leave
- •Non-competes enforceable if reasonable
- •Idaho minimum wage at federal $7.25/hour
Official resources
Bookmark these official agency portals for Idaho entity formation, tax registration, and medical board information.
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