the financial model supporting this decision. It quickly became clear that while it might be legally permissible, it was operationally unwise. Limiting prescription authority to one provider could lead to delays in care and dissatisfaction among patients.

**The lesson here?** Just because something is legal doesn’t make it smart for the practice or beneficial for the patient. A solid understanding of operational realities should guide decision-making, rather than an exclusive focus on what is legally allowed. This underscores the importance of integrating legal permissibility with operational viability.