Chiropractic Corporation

3 Steps to Starting Your Chiropractic Corporation

Why Every Chiropractor in California Must Form a Professional Corporation

If you’re a licensed chiropractor in California, you’re not allowed to form an LLC or a traditional general corporation for your chiropractic practice.

Under the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act (California Corporations Code §§13400–13410), chiropractors are required to form a Chiropractic Professional Corporation to legally provide chiropractic services in the state.

Filing incorrectly can result in your corporation being rejected by the Secretary of State, leaving you personally liable for lawsuits, tax issues, and even disciplinary action from the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

At All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services, we’ve helped thousands of California professionals, including chiropractors, form their Professional Corporations the right way — fast, compliant, and stress-free.

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What Is a Chiropractic Professional Corporation?

A Chiropractic Professional Corporation is a legal entity registered with both the California Secretary of State and the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

This type of entity allows chiropractors to operate as a business while maintaining compliance with state law and enjoying the benefits of limited liability, tax efficiency, and corporate credibility.

All chiropractic corporations in California are governed by the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act, which sets the rules for ownership, naming, and professional conduct.

Why Elect S-Corporation Tax Status

By default, professional corporations are taxed as C-Corporations, which can lead to double taxation.

By filing IRS Form 2553, you can elect S-Corporation status, which offers several advantages:
✅ Avoids double taxation (pass-through taxation)
✅ Lowers self-employment tax liability
✅ Simplifies payroll and tax reporting
✅ Enhances financial control and flexibility

3 Steps to Forming a Chiropractic Professional Corporation in California

Step 1: File the Articles of Incorporation

Submit your Articles of Incorporation for a Professional Corporation to the California Secretary of State, indicating that your business is a Chiropractic Professional Corporation under the Moscone-Knox Act.

Step 2: Complete All Required Filings

After formation, complete the following:

• Apply for your EIN from the IRS

• Appoint Directors

• Draft your corporate bylaws

• File your Statement of Information with the Secretary of State

• File Form 2553 to elect S-Corporation tax status

• Pay annual taxes to the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB)

• Register with the Employment Development Department (EDD) if you pay salaries

• Apply for local business licenses or permits

Step 3: Let All-in-Juan Handle It All

Our team at All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services handles all filings, registrations, and compliance steps for you — so you can focus on your chiropractic practice while we handle the paperwork.

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Benefits of a Chiropractic Professional Corporation

Forming a Chiropractic Professional Corporation gives you:
✅ Personal Asset Protection — Your personal assets are shielded from business liabilities.
✅ Tax Savings — Elect S-Corp status to reduce self-employment taxes.
✅ Professional Legitimacy — Complies with California’s Moscone-Knox Act.
✅ Business Growth — Build business credit and attract partnerships or financing.

Naming Requirements for Chiropractic Professional Corporations

Your corporation’s name must include:

• The word “Chiropractic”, and

• The name or surname of one or more current, former, or prospective shareholders, plus

• A corporate suffix such as:

  • “A Professional Corporation”

  • “Professional Corporation”

  • “APC” or “A.P.C.”

  • “PC” or “P.C.”

  • “Prof. Corp.”

  • “Inc.” or “Incorporated”

  • “Corporation” or “A California Professional Corporation”

❌ The term “LLC” may not be used. Chiropractors in California are prohibited from forming or operating as LLCs.

If the shareholder named in the business title leaves the corporation or passes away, the Articles of Incorporation must be amended within two years to remove their name.

Who Can Be a Shareholder in a Chiropractic Professional Corporation

Ownership rules under the Moscone-Knox Act require that:

At least 51% of shares must be owned by licensed chiropractors.

The remaining 49% may be owned by:

• Licensed Physicians and Surgeons

• Licensed Doctors of Podiatric Medicine

• Licensed Psychologists

• Registered Nurses

• Licensed Optometrists

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists

• Licensed Clinical Social Workers

• Licensed Acupuncturists

• Naturopathic Doctors

• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors

• Licensed Midwives

Non-chiropractors may not collectively own more than 49% of the total shares, nor may they outnumber licensed chiropractors in ownership.

If a shareholder becomes disqualified or ineligible to practice chiropractic medicine, their shares must be sold or transferred to a qualified shareholder within 90 days to maintain compliance.

Can Chiropractors Form an LLC in California?

No.
California law does not allow chiropractors to form or operate under an LLC (Limited Liability Company) structure.

Chiropractors must form a Professional Corporation registered with the Secretary of State and regulated by the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

Can a Chiropractic Professional Corporation Use a DBA or Fictitious Name?

In California, Chiropractic Professional Corporations are not permitted to use a fictitious business name (DBA). The corporate name on record with the Secretary of State must be used for all professional and public communications.

Start Your Chiropractic Corporation the Right Way

At All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services, we make it easy for chiropractors to form their Professional Corporations correctly under the Moscone-Knox Act — saving you time, ensuring compliance, and protecting your license.

We’ve helped thousands of licensed professionals across California establish their professional entities successfully. You could be next.

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