State guide · Wyoming

Starting a Medical Practice in Wyoming

What physicians need to know about Wyoming's regulatory environment, entity requirements, and practice-specific rules.

Entity required

Professional Corporation or LLC

LLC permitted

Yes

CPOM enforcement

Limited

Top income tax

None

Min. franchise tax

Verify — WY annual report fee minimum $60

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

Wyoming physicians may form a Professional Corporation under Wyo. Stat. Chapter 17-3 or an LLC under Chapter 17-29. Wyoming's LLC statute is broadly permissive of professional practices.

Filing is with the Wyoming Secretary of State.

  • Form a Professional Corporation or LLC
  • Owners practicing medicine must be licensed Wyoming physicians
  • File Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State
  • File Annual Report with the Secretary of State

Corporate Practice of Medicine

Wyoming has a limited Corporate Practice of Medicine doctrine. Fee-splitting is prohibited.

Tax Considerations

Wyoming has no personal or corporate income tax. No franchise tax beyond annual report fee.

  • No personal or corporate income tax
  • Annual report fee: Verify — $60 minimum
  • 4% statewide sales tax (plus local)

Wyoming State Board of Medicine

Wyoming does not require entity registration with the Board of Medicine for general practices.

  • No general entity registration required
  • All practicing physicians must hold an active Wyoming medical license

Employment Law Considerations

Wyoming is one of the most employer-friendly states. 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
  • WY minimum wage at federal $7.25/hour

Official resources

Bookmark these official agency portals for Wyoming entity formation, tax registration, and medical board information.

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