Leaders are concerned about the effect of consolidation as physicians continue to flock to employed models.
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The pay gap between private practice and employed physicians has hit an all-time low, according to Medical Economics' 2024 Physician Report published Aug. 14.
Gramercy Surgery Center in New York City filed a notice of a data breach with the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, according to an Aug. 23 release by JD Supra.
Between 2012 and 2022, the number of physicians who were self-employed dropped to 42%, according to the American Medical Association. This marks a clear shift from independence to employment –– but where do gastroenterologists fall?
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Cardiology has been a specialty of interest for several ASC leaders in 2024.
Fujifilm has signed a partnership agreement with medical device company Karl Storz.