Drug Formulary. Prior Authorization. Most health plan Drug Formularies have procedures to limit or restrict certain drugs. This is done to encourage doctors and patients to use these drugs appropriately, for the safety and best interest of all members. Most often, these drugs have safety issues, a high potential for inappropriate use, or have lower-priced alternatives on the formulary.
The distinction between an employee and independent contractor is critical because companies are generally liable for actions of employees, as long as those actions are performed within the scope of the employment relationship. However, companies are not generally liable for the actions of independent contractors.
If the IRS finds you've misclassified an employee as an independent contractor, you'll pay a percentage of income taxes that should have been withheld on the employee's wages and be liable for your share of the FICA and unemployment taxes, plus penalties and interest.