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Despite the increasing pressure to pay for emergency coverage across multiple specialties, it is possible to find middle ground with physicians on this issue that addresses the physicians' need to be recognized for the time and service and the hospital's need for coverage. Here are some suggestions to consider for your organization.
Physicians are often concerned that the burden of carrying a beeper isn't worth the limited revenue associated with coverage
Market data is an efficient and cost effective way to structure a physician contracting compliance program, and is used by hundreds of hospitals across the country.
MD Ranger analyzes the impact of geography on rates across the entire database each year and runs custom reports for various subscribers several times a year to evaluate the issue.
It is nonetheless important for physicians to be aware of federal fraud and abuse laws.
The Affordable Care Act, though still new, has already amassed both foreseeable and unforeseeable consequences to the health care industry.
It may be more difficult to recruit physicians to live and work in rural areas and it may seem like your only bargaining chip is to pay the physician whatever they ask for.
Discussing compensation, no matter how positive the business relationship may be, can present challenges.
Preparing for a physician contract negotiation? As you've likely discovered, these conversations take time and effort, and often go differently than anticipated. Discussing compensation, no matter how positive the business relationship may be, can present challenges.
Whether you are a hospital administrator negotiating with a key multi-specialty group, or an independent physician asking for increased call coverage pay, care preparation can help you achieve your desired outcomes.
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