1. Gastroenterologists were one of the top 10 highest paid specialists, according to Doximity’s U.S. Physician Employment report, earning $431,767.
2. Doximity’s report also showed compensation growth grew 5 percent for pediatric gastroenterologists in 2019.
3. According to physician search firm Merritt Hawkins’ 2019 review of advanced practitioner recruiting incentives, GIs were the No. 9 most recruited specialty by total search assignments.
4. Gastroenterology remains a high earning specialty for hospitals, according to the 2019 inpatient/outpatient revenue survey from Merritt Hawkins GIs came in the No. 5 spot for the highest revenue generating specialties, generating $2,965,277 on average. The amount of revenue GIs generate rose 108 percent from 2016’s number at $1,422,677
More articles on gastroenterology:
3 GI leaders to know
3 GI society updates
Patient navigation materials increase screening colonoscopy rates, study says
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.