title: Transitioning to value-based physician compensation.
abstract: An effective strategy for creating a viable physician compensation plan should include nine key steps or tactics: Get physicians on board early. Engage a physician champion. Create a compensation committee. Address department-level issues and differences. Verify the plan's affordability. Adopt a routine review schedule. Understand the payer environment and keep in contact with payers. Stay abreast of industry trends. Maintain an ongoing dialogue with physicians.
authors: Johanna
authors: J
authors: Epstein
mesh_terms: D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D008505:Medical Staff, Hospital / Q000191:economics*; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D010820:Physicians / Q000191:economics*; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care / Q000191:economics*; D012052:Reimbursement, Incentive / Q000458:organization & administration*