Low reimbursement depresses compensation
Nevertheless, pediatricians have high job satisfaction—at least for now
With their reimbursement rates often driven by Medicaid, pediatricians are among the lowest paid of all physicians. And although career satisfaction remains high, continued financial pressures may lead to a pediatrician shortage, especially outside of large metropolitan areas.
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