Provider turnover is one of the most disruptive problems a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) can face. When a provider walks out the door, patients lose continuity of care, revenue drops, and under too much strain, the mission to practice high-quality care becomes vulnerable.
Most health centers have provider contracts, but few are structured to protect the organization. Misconceptions about what nonprofit status restricts, and what non-compete clauses can and cannot do, leave some FQHCs exposed to risks that better contract language could prevent.
In this free webinar, Mindy Stosich-Benedetti, CEO of Health West in Southern Idaho, and Luke Malek, an attorney at Malek + Malek, walk through the hallmarks of a strong provider contract and how to build them. Drawing on real examples from Health West’s experience, the session gives FQHC leaders concrete, actionable guidance – whether your organization is building contracts from the ground up, or refining what you already have.
In This Webinar, You Will Learn
- Three common misconceptions about employment contract provisions in FQHCs, including the enforceability of non-compete clauses and restrictions tied to nonprofit status.
- How to incorporate geographic and retention-based non-compete language appropriate to your health center.
- How tax-exempt loan incentives function as a provider retention tool.
- Which contract terms inadvertently favor employees over the organization, and methods to rebalance them.
Your Speakers
Mindy Stosich-Benedetti, CEO, Health West, Inc.
Mindy leads Health West, an FQHC serving communities across Southern Idaho. She brings a practitioner’s perspective on provider recruitment, retention, and what happens when contracts fall short.
Luke Malek, Attorney, Malek + Malek
Luke practices healthcare and business law with extensive experience advising community health organizations, including FQHCs. He works with health centers on employment contracts, provider agreements, and organizational risk management, all through a long-term strategic lens.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this webinar about?
This webinar focuses on provider employment contracts at Federally Qualified Health Centers. Topics include what can and cannot be included under nonprofit status, how to structure enforceable non-compete clauses, and how tax-exempt loan incentives function as a retention tool.
When is the provider contracting webinar?
The webinar takes place October 22, 2026, at 9:00 AM PDT / 10:00 AM MDT. Register to save your seat or receive a copy of the recording afterward.
Who should attend?
FQHC executives, operations and HR leaders, and anyone at a community health center responsible for provider recruitment, retention, or contract management. If your organization has experienced provider departures and wondered whether your contracts could have done more to protect the organization, this session is for you.
What will I learn from this webinar?
Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what provider contracts at FQHCs can legally include, how to structure non-compete clauses with geographic and retention-based language, and how tax-exempt loan incentives can strengthen long-term provider commitments.
Do I need to be in Idaho to attend?
No. This session draws on examples from Health West in Southern Idaho, but the legal and operational principles apply to FQHCs operating in any state. Speakers will note where state-specific factors may apply to your situation.
What if I can’t attend live?
Register anyway. A link to the full recording will be sent to all registered attendees after the event. Register to make sure you receive it.
Is this webinar free?
Yes. This is a free, live Zoom session offered by Malek + Malek.