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7 physician private practice success stories you should know

The AMA offers great resources to help physicians get started in private practice. Learn how these doctors have thrived in this setting. 

Private Practices
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Is private practice collapsing? Congress can help stem the tide

From Medicare payment to prior authorization and beyond, independent physicians are being squeezed out of practice. The AMA is pushing hard for fixes.

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Fighting for Physicians
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10-year trend on physician payment methods: What you should know

As physician employment grows in health care, doctors’ compensation methods—salary and bonuses—start to resemble other industries.

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Physician employee, partner or owner? 3 paths for young doctors

Physician practice options can overwhelm. Learn from experienced doctors how practice setting influences autonomy, financial risk and more.

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Solo? Group? Academia? Pros and cons to these practice settings

Residents and fellows deciding on a practice setting should be armed with all the relevant details. Learn more with the AMA.

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Nearly 60% of doctors work in a practice that’s part of an ACO

AMA survey shows physician participation in accountable care organizations (ACOs) keeps growing, but fee for service still dominant. Learn more.

Payment & Delivery Models
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What is private practice—and is it right for you?

The private practice setting can be particularly rewarding for the freedom and other benefits it offers physicians, but it also has its share of challenges. Learn more. 

Private Practices
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3 top reasons why doctors are selling their practices to hospitals

Analysis details decade-long move toward physician employment. Learn more with the AMA about why some physician practices get put up for sale.

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Transitioning to Practice
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Generational trends underlie doctors’ move from private practice

New AMA report shows that while more doctors overall are choosing employment settings, some age groups are choosing it more than others.

Private Practices