Choosing to open up a private practice or create a new group practice, whether the physician has just completed his or her training or is leaving another group practice, is an enormous undertaking. Practice management consultants help navigate this complicated business venture. Many decisions have to be made: office location, equipment purchasing or leasing, staffing and personnel, types of services, office policies and contracts to name a few. Getting set up with the many different insurance providers is another logistical issue as well. The clinic or practice often needs help with an initial business plan and a marketing strategy. Practice management consultants can offer expertise in these and many other aspects of opening up a new medical practice.