A federal court’s November 13 ruling demonstrates that a hospital’s compensation of physicians can violate the Stark Law’s prohibition against paying for Medicare referrals, even when the physicians are the hospital’s own employees and their payment pool is distributed in proportion to their personally-performed services.
Healthcare is entering unknown territory in 2014. Though the path ahead may be bumpy, it is important to identify and implement strategies around the factors you can control to support your medical staffing objectives.
Here are four physician recruitment and retention related trends you can expect next year, and what your practice can do to stay ahead of the curve:
Fewer than half of U.S. doctors are self-employed, down from over three quarters in 1983. Physicians in the United States are in the midst of a historic shift toward hospital employment. Between 2000 and 2010, the percentage of physicians who went to work for hospitals increased by one-third, and the rate appears to be increasing in the years since. Today, fewer than half of U.S. physicians are self-employed, down from over three quarters in 1983, and in 2014 it is estimated that three in four of all physicians hired will go to work for a hospital. What is driving this trend toward hospital employment, and is it good or bad news for patients?
The Rio Grande Valley offers a unique cultural mix between the United States and Mexico. In fact, it is a little of both and not completely either one. The Valley is also a popular getaway for people looking to escape the harsh winters up north. So whether you want to play golf in January, get in touch with nature or cross the border for a little cultural exchange, the Valley has much to offer.
This stable and rather well-established orthopedics department possesses a collegial, friendly atmosphere of support in pursuit of a shared and common mission: superb patient care.
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Step into a stable, profitable practice with an existing patient base and leadership opportunities. This opportunity is perfect for the seasoned family medicine physician or those just out of residency. This is an employed rural hospital position. You are in control of your future, don't let this pass you by!
This employer is a leading provider of occupational medicine services to this region of Tennessee. One look at the exceptional facilities makes it very clear that this is an organization that is a leader in the field.
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Physicians from three top institutions report an abrupt and highly troubling increase over the last two years in the incidence of pump thrombosis in patients who have received the HeartMate II left ventricular assist device (LVAD) manufactured by Thoratec.
Breathe deep and enjoy the scenery. There are few places in the country more beautiful that the Pacific Northwest. We are located just seven miles west of downtown Portland; your opportunities are limited only by your imagination. Whatever your preferred style of living you can find it in the Portland Metro Area.
This practice prides itself on spending extensive time with each and every patient, for each encounter. This is a “happiness is mandatory” work environment and only those with a true love for their work and enthusiastic about compassionate care are being sought.
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San Antonio is the most visited city in Texas. As the saying goes, "everything is bigger in Texas." Top sights include the Alamo and other historic missions, the River Walk, SeaWorld San Antonio and Six Flags Fiesta . Shopping in San Antonio is no exception! The eighth largest city in the United States, San Antonio offers an abundant variety of shops, galleries and malls containing collectibles and clothing as unique and diverse as the Texas landscape. From fine art to Western wear to spicy salsas, you can be sure no shopping list will be left incomplete.
This employer is a leading urgent care provider to this region of Texas. It is the largest national provider of urgent care with more than 600 medical centers in 43 states. With over 30 years in healthcare, you'll be joining a state-of-the-art organization!
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