Category: ASC News

The state of gastroenterologist pay in 5 stats

Here are five numbers providing insight on compensation earned by gastroenterologists, using data from Medscape’s “Gastroenterologist Compensation Report” for 2023 and 2013 — which cover 2022 and 2012 pay data, respectively — and its physician salary e…

What happened with New York's noncompete ban bill?

New York’s total noncompete ban bill gained national attention in 2023, but in December, the bill was vetoed by Gov. Kathy Hochul.

4 'contract red flags' for physicians

As physicians seek their first roles or new roles within the industry, they should be prepared to understand and negotiate employment contracts, according to a Jan. 5 report from the American Medical Association. 

ChristianaCare pays $42.5M to resolve fraud allegations

Newark, Del.-based ChristianaCare has paid $42.5 million to resolve allegations of healthcare fraud under the federal False Claims Act and Delaware False Claims and Reporting Act.

Why physicians are leaving the field

Physicians continue to exit the field despite the looming physician shortage.

Sanford Health plans expansion for same day surgery center

Sanford Health is planning to add a 15,000 square foot expansion to the Sanford Broadway Same Day Surgery Center in Bismarck, N.D.

Optum, SSM end partnership

UnitedHealth Group-run Optum and St. Louis-based SSM Health have terminated their administrative partnership, an SSM Health spokesperson confirmed to Becker’s.

10 highest-paying metro areas for surgeons

Although the average annual salary among surgeons in the U.S. is $347,870, that figure varies depending on which area one practices in, according to data from the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics employment survey.

The health systems mandating masks for physicians, patients

Health systems nationwide are reinstating mask mandates for patients and physicians as cases of COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus continue to surge. 

10 best, worst cities for jobs

Scottsdale, Ariz., is the best city for jobs, while Newark, N.J., is the worst, according to personal finance site WalletHub.