Physicians Seek Compensation Increases from AI Productivity Gains
A new survey by health tech company Doximity reveals that over 40% of physicians believe they should receive most cost savings if artificial intelligence improves their productivity. The majority are already using AI for clinical or administrative tasks on a daily or weekly basis, with younger and non-surgical specialists being more likely to adopt the technology. While many see AI as reducing workload, concerns remain about increased expectations for output. The report highlights that nearly half of physicians expect compensation benefits from staying current with AI tools compared to colleagues who do not use them. However, opinions are divided on whether pay should change if AI reduces time spent on tasks—43% say it shouldn’t while over a third think it should. Only 17% believe savings should go directly to patients. Despite these concerns, most physicians don't see AI as threatening their jobs and some expect compensation growth due to proficiency in the technology. Average physician pay increased by 2%, slower than previous years, with surgical specialties earning more on average compared to primary care.
Topics: Artificial Intelligence Physician Compensation Workforce Productivity