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Medscape had released its latest report on female physician compensation. While the gender gap in pay has decreased from 32% to 29% over the prior year, we still have a long way to go to ensure equity. (Note, there was no meaningful difference between hours worked per week.) To see which specialties are happiest with their pay, which practice models are most lucrative, and much more, read the full report: https://lnkd.in/erQz7e-S

📣 We are thrilled to unveil the Doximity 2024 Physician Compensation Report. This report is packed with comprehensive insights into physician compensation trends in the U.S., including changes in specialty earnings, the impact of employment settings, metro area comparisons, and updates on the gender wage gap. You can read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gj5dZB-k Swipe right to see the highest and lowest salaries and for an infographic breaking down some of the key findings below ⬇️ 📊 Physicians saw nearly a 6% increase in compensation. 🏙 San Jose tops the list for highest average compensation. 🩸 Hematology and Family Medicine report double-digit growth. 🥼 81% of physicians feel overworked, with 59% considering an employment change. Read the full report to understand how these trends impact physicians and their career decisions: https://lnkd.in/gj5dZB-k Follow us for more break downs and learnings from this report. Curative #physiciancompensation #physiciansalary #healthcare

Highly recommend reading this report if your org helps physicians improve reimbursement rates for doctors and helps them with their bottom line.

Top paying cities for 7 physician specialties: Most of the top paying metropolitan areas for physician specialties are located in the East or Midwest, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. http://dlvr.it/T3f9XY

PR Newswire: The 2024 Medscape Physician Compensation Report found 61% of doctors believe their profession is generally underpaid in the United States and 51% feel personally underpaid relative to their job duties.... As in previous years, this year's report found gender disparity in physician compensation with male physicians earning approximately 29% more than their female counterparts, underscoring ongoing concerns regarding pay equity within the medical profession. Over the previous year, the gender gap declined slightly for primary care physicians, but widened slightly for specialists. Additionally, the report reveals notable trends in racial and ethnic compensation disparities. Compensation for African American and Black physicians grew more than twice as fast as for any other racial or ethnic group. However, they are still the lowest compensated group, earning $37,000 on average less than white doctors. https://lnkd.in/d6jvtHvS #physiciancompensation #physicianjobs #healthcareindustry Rami Wehbi, DO, Monique K. Davis, MBA, BSBA

Having more female physicians could significantly improve patient care and outcomes. Research shows that female doctors are more likely to communicate effectively and take patient concerns seriously. Yet, 40% of female doctors may leave clinical practice or reduce their hours within six years due to the lack of support. Imagine a healthcare system where every patient feels heard and valued. By fostering an environment that supports work-life balance and professional growth, we can ensure that the unique strengths of female physicians are fully utilized, benefiting patients and the healthcare system as a whole. Let's support our female doctors and build a more compassionate healthcare system together. #GenderDiversity #Healthcare #FemaleDoctors #PatientCare #SupportWomen #WorkLifeBalance #MedicalResearch #HealthcareImprovement #ProfessionalGrowth #WomenInMedicine

A first from #NCCI! My colleagues David Colon and Casan Scott examine #medical #impairment in #workerscomp across states, for different medical conditions, #age groups and a lot more. As the #AMA updates the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, this information is not only critical but eye-opening. Find out why #statisticalmodeling is key to understanding #impairment drivers. #impairmentguides #workerscompensation #medicalpixels

The Best and Worst States for #Optometrist Pay: The BLS estimated that, as of May 2023, the national mean salary for an optometrist was $143,000 annually. There was, however, wide variation in optometrist pay at the state level. According to reports from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were almost 41,400 optometrists at work in the U.S. as of May 2023. Optometrists mainly work in health practitioner office settings, although smaller numbers can be found working in personal care stores and outpatient care centers. From BLS data as of May 2023, here were the ten best and worst states for optometrist pay based on annual mean wage levels: https://lnkd.in/e99ZSEXt #optometry #optometrists Hire Optical, Flame Health Associates LLP, American Vision Partners

Easy, at-home treatment for female incontinence is available via telehealth! Visit www.levarx.com to meet with a clinician who will evaluate symptoms and prescribe the Leva Pelvic Health System if it can be helpful. Women are busy. Work and family demands can be barriers to medical appointments. It's also becoming increasingly difficult to find providers. Many have long wait lists. In fact, half of U.S. women skipped a preventive care service in 2022. One of the most common reasons: difficulty scheduling an appointment. We're diligently focused on improving women's access to first-line incontinence treatment. Part of that commitment means eliminating barriers to care. We introduced our telehealth option this summer, and invite women with incontinence to explore it. Living with incontinence is hard. Accessing effective treatment shouldn't be. #bladderleaks #getrelief #telehealth #hometreatment #PFDWeek24 www.levarx.com

47% of the U.S. workforce are women, but a significant gender gap still exists in accessing medical care. Employers and health plan providers are stepping in to help close this gap. A recent Deloitte survey reveals that women are more likely than men to skip or delay medical care due to: ·      Cost ·      Waite times ·      Negative experience In the past year, according to this report, 50% of women reported delaying care compared to 37% of men. Women are 31% more likely to skip care due to cost and pay $15.4 billion more in out-of-pocket expenses than men annually. Even without maternity care, women still require 9.9% more healthcare services than men. Deloitte also found women are more likely to avoid mental health services due to cost. It’s time to bridge this gap and make healthcare accessible for everyone!