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Doctor office staff pay rises 15-30% amid physician shortage

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Labor costs in physician practices and medical groups are rising, with pay for roles like medical assistants, LPNs, and receptionists increasing by 15% to 30% over the past five years. This trend is driven by a physician shortage, which is expected to worsen by 2036, leading practices to utilize more allied health professionals. To address these challenges, organizations are combining compensation strategies with automation and workflow improvements to ensure workforce sustainability. AI

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Doctor office staff pay rises 15-30% amid physician shortage

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bruce Japsen, Senior Contributor ·

    From Medical Assistants To LPNs, Doctor Office Staff Pay On The Rise

    From receptionists to LPNs and medical assistants, jobs in doctor practices see pay increases of 15% to 30% over five years, Medical Group Management Association said.

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