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How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about negotiating employment contracts for physicians.

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AMA Update for March 31, 2025: How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians
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How to find a health care lawyer and negotiating employment contracts for physicians

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about negotiating employment contracts for physicians.

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AMA Update
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6 questions to ask before signing a physician employment contract

What is expected of you? How will you be paid? Learn which questions should be answered in the your employment contract. 

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Physician contracting: Do’s and don’ts in interviews, negotiations

Sometimes it takes two or three rounds to get what you’re looking for in negotiations, so it is important to set your priorities. 

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Physician contracting: Job duties and liability insurance

Find out how to structure your employment contract to ensure you get the work hours and financial protection you want.

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Physician contracting: Restrictive covenants, termination clauses

Here is what you need to know about these key elements of physician contracts. 

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Physician contracting: What to look for in pay, benefits

It’s all about money. Or is it? An AMA senior attorney explains the many nuances to know about when studying compensation and benefit packages.

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Physician contracting: Understanding letters of intent

This is a key element in physician contract negotiations. Also, find out when should you retain an attorney during the contracting process.

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Physician contracting: What to know before you sign

There are some key questions that residents and young physicians should consider during the contracting process. For example: Do physicians tend to stay?

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