An archive of all posts categorized under “Physician Compensation” in the Ludi blog.
Hospitals are grappling with rising administrative costs, high physician turnover, and provider shortages. Yet many still rely on outdated workforce management strategies that fail to capture the full value of their provider teams (e.g., physicians, APPs, etc.) Often, these strategies focus too narrowly on isolated metrics—such as patient volume or shifts worked—missing the bigger picture […]
With healthcare regulations shifting and compensation models evolving, understanding and accurately calculating work relative value units (wRVUs) is no longer optional, but essential. Healthcare organizations are facing mounting pressure and heightened compliance risks, making the stakes higher than ever. In a recent webinar we hosted, I explored these challenges in-depth, breaking down key risks and
Conquering the Challenges of wRVU Calculations: Our 10-Point Checklist Read More »
In the fast-evolving healthcare industry, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are hotter than ever, with annual deal volume remaining 70% higher than the pre-COVID trendline. Hospitals are joining forces to expand services, improve efficiencies, and stay competitive. Yet, one of the biggest challenges in any healthcare M&A is managing the processes behind provider compensation. When organizations
Streamlining Provider Compensation During M&A: 3 Key Focus Areas Read More »
As the VP of Provider Compensation at Ludi, I had the privilege of hosting a webinar recently featuring two outstanding industry experts—Allison Pullins from ECG Management Consultants and our client Kimberly Frye from MyMichigan Health. Together, we unpacked key strategies for managing provider compensation in 2025, spotlighting trends, challenges, and actionable solutions for healthcare organizations
Provider Compensation Playbook: 5 Strategies for Success Read More »
In today’s healthcare landscape, managing provider compensation is more than just setting pay rates; it’s about aligning financial strategies with regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. In a recent HFMA webinar I hosted with our clients Scott Steiner (CEO) and Jonathan McGuire (Chief Compliance Officer) of Phoebe Putney Health System, we discussed trends and strategies for
Mastering Provider Compensation: Pathways to Financial Success Read More »
What a whirlwind experience at the Becker’s Healthcare CEO + CFO Roundtable in Chicago! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with clients, future partners, and fellow healthcare leaders. I also had the privilege of speaking on a panel moderated by Scott Becker, where we explored CEO + CFO hospital strategies – and I’m excited
6 Trends Top of Mind for Health Systems: Insights from Becker’s CEO + CFO Roundtable Read More »
Navigating Compliance Risk in Physician Compensation: 3 Takeaways from Recent Cases An uptick in False Claims Act (FCA) settlements and judgments this past year serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of maintaining accurate compensation practices in healthcare. Share As healthcare organizations navigate the complexities of physician compensation, it is essential to adhere
Navigating Compliance Risk in Physician Compensation: 3 Takeaways from Recent Cases Read More »
Lady Gaga and The Dead may be headlining shows in Vegas these days, but that’s not why my colleagues and I were there last week. As a sponsor and exhibitor at the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Annual Conference, the Ludi Team experienced the city’s glitz and glamour in a different light. We were excited
Exploring the ‘Next Frontier in Health’: 4 Takeaways from HFMA’s Annual Conference Read More »
Transforming Provider Compensation Management for Healthcare Sustainability We are operating in an era of unprecedented financial and operational challenges for healthcare: Hospital labor costs have surged 24.8% since 2019¹ Contract labor expenses have skyrocketed by 257.9%¹ A projected physician shortage of up to 124,000 by 2034 threatens care quality² With over 77% of physicians now
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Automation can be a boon to your hospital’s administration, as well as a major time saver. We all want technology to help us do our jobs better and faster. Yet, there are some misconceptions when it comes to automation, and, in particular, physician payment automation. At Ludi, we have found that the implementation process is
5 Misconceptions About Physician Payment Automation Read More »
On November 6, 2023, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) overhauled its General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) after many years. This long-awaited resource is already making a big splash in the health care compliance community. There are two ways to think about the GCPG. On one hand, it represents a comprehensive reference guide for health
Managing on-call physicians poses challenges for hospitals. Staffing certain specialties 100% of the time is not necessary, which is why on-call services are essential. In addition, hospitals negotiate separate payment terms for on-call physicians. All of this makes managing on-call complex and time-consuming, increasing administrative burden on hospital teams. Here are 5 key steps to
5 Key Steps to Successfully Managing a Physician On-Call Strategy Read More »
The American Association of Provider Compensation Professionals (AAPCP) held its annual event last month in Ludi’s hometown of Nashville, TN. It was a great gathering that included hundreds of participants from health care organizations across the country. Here, we’ll cover the 5 key takeaways…
As we move into 2024, a critical focus for hospitals will be to cut costs, increase operational efficiencies and improve physician satisfaction. One way for hospitals to achieve this is by simplifying physician payment processes, which are often manually taxing, time-consuming, and come with both financial and compliance risk. Even in a recent survey from
Physician Payment Automation: 3 Steps to Evaluate Your Hospital’s Options Read More »
In the world of hospital payments, PSA refers to a physician service agreement. These types of contracts are a form of alignment between hospitals and physicians, although the physician is not employed by the hospital. PSAs can be with an individual physician for something as simple as a medical directorship, or it might be with
How to Set Up and Manage Hospital-Based PSA Contracts That Save Time and Money Read More »
Remember in high school, the group of cool kids everyone really admired? They wore cool clothes and always found a way to make eating lunch cool, too. The reality is, those kids were interesting, but the kids I’m referring to were the ones who asked probing questions. The ones who brought new insights into the
Yes, it sounds strange, right? Physician advocate blogger writing about her long-lost gallbladder and physician strategy connections. I tend to run pretty hard, and let’s face it, so does anyone working in health care these days. Whether you deliver the care or administrate the setting with which the care happens, your hair is on fire
Gallbladders & Physician Strategy. Getting a ‘Penthouse View’ of Physician Alignment Read More »
Hospitals need physician partnerships in administrative leadership, so many provider organizations often choose arrangements known as “medical directorships” to help fulfill this work. These arrangements designate a physician leader to be responsible for a number of activities related to the delivery of medical care and clinical services. The “activities” typically include: Cost management Utilization review Quality assurance
How to Create the Optimal Medical Directorship Contract for Your Physicians Read More »
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