As the hospital tries to balance patient care resources and rising management costs, concerns about the high -level compensation of the non -profit medical care industry in charge of high -level compensation. In the era of transparency and accountability in the field of health care, a recent study reveals the salary model of executives of non -profit hospitals in the United States, the complex ties between financial performance and salary, and the significant regional salary growth areas difference.
A group of researchers led by Dr. Micah Ngatavai conducted in -depth senior executive compensation review of non -profit hospital samples from different regions. This research published on Cureus has analyzed many years of data, revealing the clear model of high -level compensation growth and the relationship between these trends and the financial performance of hospitals. The research team collects information from the public documents required by the tax -free organization. These documents allowed us to glimpse how the hospital’s financial success affects the salary they paid to high -level supervisors.
The survey results show that the salary of senior executives has grown steadily over the years. The total salary of senior executives has grown sharply, but the growth rates in different regions have different. For example, hospitals in southern United States have increased the highest, while hospitals in the central and western regions have a small increase. Although the salary of senior executives in all regions has risen, the growth rate between regions has no statistical significant difference. Dr. Ngatuvai commented: “Although we observed that the overall salary has risen sharply, the differences between different regions reveal the complex factors outside the simple financial performance indicators driving executive salary.” This region difference shows that in addition to income, in addition to income Other factors also play a role in determining the salary of senior executives.
Key financial indicators such as hospital revenue, total assets and income are significantly positively related to the salary of senior executives. High -income hospitals usually tend to provide higher compensation plans for senior executives, reflecting the close relationship between income and salary. There is a similar relationship with assets, and the direct impact of income is slightly weaker. Interestingly, the changes in these financial indicators are not corresponding to the changes in the salary of high -level supervisors, which indicates that the hospital’s financial growth and the income of senior executive income are complicated and indirect.
Observing the hospitals carefully, there are significantly different compensation standards. Some major hospital systems have the highest salary, and their high -level supervisors’ income is significantly higher than small institutions. In contrast, the level of high -level supervisors in other hospitals is relatively low, highlighting the huge gap between the high -level executive compensation of the entire industry.
The study also explores the potential consequences of rising compensation in high -level supervisors, especially related to the overall medical care cost. Researchers have found that the rise in high-level compensation in charge reflects the stable rise in administrative expenses of the entire medical industry, and this trend accelerates due to the popularity of COVID-19. During the period of popularity, the growth of administrative costs far exceeds the growth of the cost of direct patient care. This imbalance triggered an important issue: non -profit hospitals have prioritized their funds, especially when the salaries of doctors and other medical staff have been stagnant or decreased, this trend will only deteriorate in recent years. This contrast is particularly obvious in certain medical fields, such as orthopedic surgery. In these fields, the reimbursement of specific surgery after inflation has been greatly reduced.
Although these findings have attracted the attention of the financial gap in the field of medical care, the author emphasized that their research is not to criticize specific salary decisions. On the contrary, our goal is to emphasize the trend of further discussion of medical care policies that may stimulate the medical care policy. Dr. Ngatuvai pointed out: “Our research results emphasize the necessity of transparent and fair salary practices, which are consistent with the mission of the non -profit medical institution to effectively serve the community.” This view may require policy adjustments to ensure that to ensure that policy adjustments to ensure The salary practice of non -profit hospitals meets its commitment to community care, especially considering the rise in medical care costs and the steady decline in salary of other basic medical care personnel.
All in all, this research provides new insights for high -level compensation trends in non -profit hospitals and the relationship between these trends and the relationship between the financial health of the hospital. With the continuous rise in medical care costs, researchers advocate continuously studying the driving factor of high -level compensation and how these trends affect the retention of hospital employees, daily operations, and the quality of care for patients. These discoveries have called for policy discussions on the distribution of fair and balanced resources within non -profit medical institutions.
Journal reference
Saipale L, Ngatuvai M, Dertinger Je, Hansen J, Tihista M, Purcell R. Cureus, 2024.
About the author
Dr. Mika Enguta It is a orthopedic resident of Texas University of Technology/WBAMC. After completing a bachelor’s degree in business management at the University of Nantan, before he continued to receive medical education, he further developed his management professional knowledge through the MBA course. Dr. Ngatuvai’s research interests include orthopedic, medical care diversified plan, and management of medical enterprise. His current work focuses on promoting orthopedic care, while promoting the inclusive practice of medical education and patient care.
Dr. Joe Hansen It is an orthopedic resident who is preparing to receive joint training for joint reconstruction. After completing a undergraduate study at Utah State University, he obtained a medical degree at the University of Health Science Uniform Services. Dr. Hansen is currently trained in Texas University of Technology/WBAMC in Elpar, Texas. His research interest is concentrated in innovation in joint reconstruction technology and medical care business. His work research clinical results and medical care provided a system of crosspoints, especially emphasizing the promotion of joint replacement surgery technology. In addition to clinical responsibilities, Dr. Hansen also played an active role in the education of residents, and participated in a number of undergoing research projects to study modern joint forming methods.
Dr. Richard Persale He is the director of the Department of Plastic Surgery of the Department of Medical Center of El Passators in Texas, and specializes in complex hip and knee reconstruction. After obtaining a medical degree from the University of Military Medical Health Science, he completed the orthopedic inpatient for orthopedic surgery in the National Military Medical Center of Walter Reed through the National Capital Alliance. He further improved his professional knowledge through the training of adult reconstruction through the training of adult reconstruction at the well -known special surgeon/Cunner Medical Center. Dr. Persier has made outstanding achievements in academic medicine and military services, especially for the victims of the explosion of Kabul Airport in Afghanistan with important surgical care. His research contribution spans multiple areas, including bone growth, military orthopedics, external fixation and hip mirror pain management solutions. As a recognized leader in the field of joint reconstruction, he continues to promote the development of the field through his outstanding clinical manifestations, research, and dedication to civilian and military patients.
Langdon Cya Pale It is a fourth -year medical student at the University of Michigan Medical College, bringing a unique perspective through his economic and financial background. After the University of Utah completed his undergraduate studies and obtained a dual degree in economics and financial science, he had a strong enthusiasm for the study of healthcare economics and his influence on medical practice. His research interests are concentrated at the intersection of financial systems and medical care services, focusing on how economic trends will shape the future of medicine.
