Category Archives: Land Mines

More on Risky Compensation Plans

Posted on April 19, 2016 by johnjurica

I have seen more news reports indicating that CMS and the OIG are threatening to prosecute hospital systems that employ physicians when compensation plans do not align with practice profitability. And I had an opportunity to present this problem from the … Continue reading →

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Five Actions New Physician Employees Should Take to Avoid the OIG

Posted on March 9, 2016 by johnjurica

I have been scanning the literature for articles describing OIG (Office of Inspector General) investigations and resulting fines related to the Stark Law and FCA (False Claims Act) as they relate to physician compensation. There seems to be more and more … Continue reading →

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Sweat the “Small” Stuff and Enjoy a Bonus!

Posted on December 13, 2015 by johnjurica

Seeking a good position, researching perspective employers, participating in interviews, and negotiating an agreement can be tedious, time-consuming work! And the reality is that most employers are going to offer a standard agreement, with a salary range that will probably be … Continue reading →

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