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A repository of articles about things doctors didn't learn in medical school, covering side gigs, finances, the business of medicine, life in medicine, and more. These resources are intended to take a deeper dive into specific topics referenced in our educational pages.
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When Medical Survey Companies Send You a 1099 Form, & Taxes on Earnings (including Gift Cards)
Reporting and paying taxes on medical survey income, gift cards, & rewards, when companies send a W9 or 1099 form, & tax benefits for independent contractor earnings
The Comprehensive Digital Marketing Guide for Your New Medical Practice (Or Side Gig Business)
Digital marketing guide for physicians starting a new private practice, with branding, website tips, how to build an online reputation, email marketing campaigns, paid ads, and more
Red Flags for Potential Healthcare Fraud When Assessing a New Side Gig or Business Model
Red flags that could indicate healthcare fraud in a side gig or business opportunity which physicians should recognize to avoid unintentional involvement & risky schemes
Uncomfortable Questions Medical Expert Witnesses May Be Asked During a Deposition or Testimony
Uncomfortable questions medical expert witnesses may be asked during a deposition or when giving testimony by opposing counsel to discredit them, such as how much they earn, prior things they have said, and more
A Typical Day as a Utilization Management Doctor
What a typical day of work looks like for a utilization management doctor, with details on job responsibilities, peer to peer reviews & denials, pay, benefits, & pros & cons
Doing Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) Work as a Physician Side Gig
How doctors can become a qualified medical evaluator (QME) to perform evaluations for worker's compensation claims as a side gig, required training & exams, states where this work is needed, & pay
How to Start a Telemedicine Practice
A step-by-step guide on how to start a telemedicine practice, including creating a business plan, legal considerations & entity set up, choosing a telehealth platform, malpractice, marketing, equipment & more
Side Gigs for Neurologists
Side gigs for neurologists, such as remote EEG reading, medical surveys, consulting, telestroke, & clinical research, & how much they pay & how to find opportunities and get started in each
Side Gigs for Dermatologists
Side gigs for dermatologists, such as running a med spa, influencer & brand partnerships, consulting, health tech, product development, & teledermatology, how much they pay, & how to find opportunities and get started
Side Gigs for Cardiologists
Side gigs for cardiologists, such as remote EKG reading, second opinion services, consulting, & brand partnerships, how much they pay, and how to get started & find opportunities with each
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