Physician Compensation Models Compared: Salary, RVU, and More

Understanding your compensation structure is one of the most important parts of reviewing a physician employment contract. This guide compares the most common models side by side.

• Salary-based compensation — predictable but may not reward productivity
• RVU-based compensation — aligned with productivity but variable income
• Equal-shares models — common in private practice and partnerships
• Hybrid salary plus productivity incentive
• Quality and value-based bonuses