From Burnout to Buy-In: Rebuilding Compensation for Modern Medicine

In this episode of "Pemba On Demand," host Dr. Norman A. Chapin interviews Angie Caldwell, CPA and MBA, a leading expert in physician compensation design. Together, they explore the complexities of fair market value, the impact of technology and AI on physician work, and the challenges of creating sustainable, effective compensation models. Angie shares insights on pitfalls in plan design, the importance of stakeholder engagement, and adapting to evolving healthcare trends. The discussion emphasizes the need for thoughtful, transparent compensation strategies that align with both organizational goals and physician well-being.

Show Highlights:

• Physician compensation strategies and their complexities
• Fair market value (FMV) in compensation design
• Financial sustainability challenges in healthcare organizations
• Supply and demand issues for physicians in the healthcare market
• Impact of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) on physician work and compensation
• Common pitfalls in compensation plan design
• Importance of regulatory compliance in compensation models
• Trends in value-based care and upcoming payment model changes
• The role of advanced practice providers (APPs) in compensation considerations
• The significance of stakeholder engagement in designing effective compensation plans

Links and Resources:

• Angie Caldwell on LinkedIn

• Dr. Norman A. Chapin on LinkedIn

• PEMBA On Demand Podcast on Apple

• Washington Updates – June 13, 2025 (PYA)