Here are the five specialists that generate the highest annual revenue, according to Merrit Hawkins:
1. Cardiology (interventional): $3.5 million
2. Orthopedic surgery: $3.3 million
3. Gastroenterology: $2.9 million
4. Family medicine: $2.1 million
5. OB/GYN: $2 million
Editor’s note: The report is based on responses from 2,695 permanent physicians and advanced practitioners and was conducted between April 1, 2021, and March 31, 2022.