Ortho, radiology top pay scale for physicians
Ortho, radiology top pay scale for physicians
Family practice ranks lowest
Orthopedic surgery, radiology, and urology were among the most highly paid physician specialties during 2000, according to a new survey. Meanwhile, family practice, psychiatry, and pediatrics are at the low end of the pay scale.
According to a study by consulting firm Martin, Fletcher in Irving, TX, average annual salaries for orthopedic surgeons during 2000 were $350,000, and physicians specializing in radiology and urology made $300,000. At the other end of the scale, family practitioners and psychiatrists made $150,000, and pediatricians made $160,00. To see the percent change in total payments by specialty from the 5-year review of work, click here.
Other salary ranges identified in the survey:
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