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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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Should You Buy Life Insurance for a Non-Working Spouse or Partner That Isn’t the Primary Breadwinner?
Why buying life insurance for a spouse who isn't working or the primary breadwinner is often recommended to help with increased expenses or unexpected life changes
The Impact and Uses of AI in Medical Billing and Revenue Cycle Management
AI in medical billing is transforming healthcare revenue cycle management. Learn key use cases, benefits, challenges, and how AI improves billing accuracy, cash flow & the patient experience
Detailed Logistics of Setting Up a Clinical Research Trials Site
The logistics of establishing a clinical research site & running research trials at a private practice, including staffing, space, software, and compliance.
Section 179 Tax Deduction for Vehicles Over 6,000 lbs
What the Section 179 tax deduction is for vehicles, luxury auto rules vs heavy vehicle deductions, and how to determine which vehicles and situations qualify.
A Typical Day as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME): Responsibilities and Workflow
What a day as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) entails, including what QMEs do, how cases are assigned, scheduling, responsibilities per case, & writing reports
Physician Retention Bonuses Insights and Negotiation Tips
Insights into how common physician retention bonuses are, what the average is, conditions attached, negotiation tips, & what factors make it more likely to get one
Backdoor Roth: Frequently Asked Questions and Issues
Answers to commonly asked questions with the Backdoor Roth such as taxes on interest accrued before conversion, delays, & mistaken direct Roth contributions requiring recharacterization
Limitations of Medical Society Disability Insurance Plans
Why disability insurance policies offered through medical societies are often inferior options for physicians compared with individually acquired own-occupation coverage through a broker
Red Flags When Picking or Working with a Financial Advisor
Red flags to run away from when picking with or working with a financial advisor to protect against non-fiduciary bad advice, hidden fees, and conflicts of interest
A Day in the Life of a Clinical Research Principal Investigator (and What a Sub-I Does)
The day-to-day responsibilities of a principal investigator (PI) in clinical research—from patient oversight to documentation & administrative tasks—to determine if clinical trials are right for your private practice
How Much Does Long Term Disability Insurance Cost?
How much long term disability insurance costs for doctors and what factors affect premiums, such as coverage amount, age, specialty, health, location, and plan features
Side Gigs for Physiatrists (PM&R)
Side gigs for physiatrists (PM&R doctors) to make extra money or add alternative income streams, including consulting, concierge services, disability exams, & life care planning
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