Question 1

What AHCA requirements apply to medical construction in Florida?

Accepted Answer

The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) requires licensed healthcare facilities to meet specific construction standards. This includes proper HVAC with specific air change requirements, infection control barriers during construction (ICRA), medical gas system certifications, emergency power systems, and accessibility compliance. FCS coordinates AHCA pre-construction meetings and ensures all inspections are scheduled and passed for timely licensure.

Question 2

How long does medical office construction take?

Accepted Answer

Typical medical office buildouts range from 3-6 months depending on complexity. Simple physician offices may complete in 10-12 weeks, while surgical centers with clean rooms and medical gas systems typically require 4-6 months. AHCA licensing inspections and equipment installation often extend timelines. We provide detailed CPM schedules that account for permitting, construction, equipment, and regulatory approvals.

Question 3

What is clean room construction and do I need it?

Accepted Answer

Clean rooms are controlled environments that limit airborne particles, temperature, and humidity. They're required for surgical suites, compounding pharmacies, certain labs, and medical device manufacturing. Clean rooms are rated by ISO class (ISO 5-8 common in healthcare). Construction requires sealed surfaces, HEPA filtration, positive pressure, and specialized finishes. Not all medical facilities need clean rooms—consult with us to determine your requirements.

Question 4

Can you build while my medical practice remains open?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we regularly perform phased construction in occupied medical facilities. This requires ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment) protocols including sealed barriers, negative air pressure in construction zones, dedicated entry/exit paths, and HEPA air scrubbers. We coordinate with your operations to schedule noisy work during off-hours. Patient and staff safety is never compromised during construction.

Question 5

What medical gas systems do you install?

Accepted Answer

FCS installs complete medical gas systems including oxygen, medical air, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, and vacuum systems. Our certified installers follow NFPA 99 and ASSE 6000 standards. All systems include zone valves, alarm panels, and master alarms. We coordinate with your equipment vendors and perform required testing before AHCA inspection.

Question 6

How much does medical construction cost per square foot?

Accepted Answer

Medical construction costs vary widely by facility type. General medical offices: $150-250/SF. Dental offices: $200-350/SF. Urgent care: $250-400/SF. Surgical centers: $400-600/SF. Imaging centers (with shielding): $300-500/SF. These ranges include typical finishes, HVAC, and basic medical infrastructure. Clean rooms, specialized equipment, and complex medical gas systems add to costs. We provide detailed estimates based on your specific program requirements.

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