Mathew James, CEO of medical billing company Leal, was convicted over a $600 million fraud and identity theft scheme, the Justice Department said July 13.
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Using data provided by Medscape, these are currently the highest-paying specialties for self-employed physicians with five to seven years of experience, ranked by average yearly salary.
U.S. inflation in June hit its highest rate in 40 years, the Labor Department said July 13.
Becker's has reported on four physicians who have filed suits against their former employers or competitors since June 10:
Here are four ASCs being built in unconventional locations — including a former movie theater — that Becker's has reported on in 2022:
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Physician practice owners' annual malpractice insurance premium is $3,000 less than non-owners, according to Medical Economics' "2022 Physician Report" released June 18.
Nearly 6,000 hospitals used temporary physicians to staff their facilities, according to a July report by Definitive Healthcare.
For doctors and specialists, acquiring an ASC can offer many benefits both for patient care and for financial gain.
Becker's has reported on four joint-venture ASC deals in the last 30 days, including 22 ASCs now owned by Dallas-based United Surgical Partners International and a urology physician group.
With nearly 12,000 members, Southern California Permanente Medical Group is the physician group with the most physicians, according to a July report by Definitive Healthcare.