Compensation

Salaries for healthcare administrators, physicians and clinicians vary based on geographic location, the size of the institution, education level, work experience and level of responsibility. This page include content about what healthcare workers are paid, and other factors that impact pay and personnel management.

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Proposed bill would cancel student loan debt for healthcare workers

A new bill would cancel the student debt of healthcare workers and teachers. 

 

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Medical liability premiums surge again

Medical liability premiums have risen significantly again for the third consecutive year, according to an analysis from the American Medical Association (AMA).

 

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Healthcare wage growth during COVID lagged behind other industries despite pandemic burden

The average wages for U.S. healthcare workers rose less than wages in other industries during 2020 and the first six months of 2021, despite the healthcare workforce shouldering the heavy burden of fighting the pandemic.

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Primary care physicians and specialists both suffered modest salary declines during COVID-19

About 72% of doctors said their pay dropped due to COVID-19, with 8% forced to close shop entirely, according to new data from financial planning firm Physicians Thrive.

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Most doctors would trade a salary reduction for more free time

About 80% said they were happy prior to the pandemic, with about 6 in 10 now feeling that same way outside of work, according to new survey data.

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Physician salary gender gap tops $36K

Male physicians starting out make more than $36,000 than their female counterparts on average, according to a new study in Health Affairs that compared starting compensation.

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High-salary medical specialists are in higher demand than primary care physicians

More hospitals and healthcare providers are seeking medical specialists compared to primary care physicians––and many of these roles comes with the highest starting salaries in the industry.

CMIO 2012 Compensation Survey: Small Salary Shifts and Less Satisfaction

Our third annual CMIO Compensation Survey offers some interesting insights on the job and the people serving in the role. Several CMIOs share their thoughts on the numbers, including the shift to younger CMIOs, less satisfaction with salaries and more CMIOs looking for a new job.

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Safety update: Sensor issue with Abbott CGMs ruled a Class I recall

The sensors of certain FreeStyle Libre 3 devices are producing inaccurate glucose readings and should not be used. Two patient injuries have been reported. Abbott first reported the problem in July. 

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Medicare coverage for weight loss drug semaglutide could cost up to $145B per year

Medications that target obesity are not typically covered by Medicare. When the FDA approved semaglutide as a way to treat certain cardiovascular risks, however, CMS said Medicare coverage was on the table. 

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SCAI calls on interventional cardiologists to tell Washington to reverse physician pay cuts

Congress is considering two bills that would prevent or mitigate the Medicare physician payment cuts that went into effect in January 2024, and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions is urging members write their Congressmen.

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