Physician Compensation Report 2025

The U.S. healthcare system faces significant challenges, including staff shortages and reimbursement cuts, impacting physician compensation and leading to a decline in independent practices. In 2024, average physician compensation increased by 3.7 percent, with greater disparities noted between genders and between adult and pediatric specialists. These findings, based on extensive survey data, aim to help physicians navigate their careers and advocate for improved conditions and patient care.