Here are five statistics based on orthopedic surgeon compensation in 2014 compared to 2013, according to the Medscape Orthopedist Compensation Report.
Average annual compensation
2013: $405,000
2014: 413,000
Hospital based
2013: $396,000
2014: $397,000
Private practice
2013: $480,000 (partner in a group)
2014: $439,000 (self-employed)
Single specialty group
2013: $469,000
2014: $442,000
Multispecialty group
2013: $422,000
2014: $459,000
Highest compensating region
2013: Northwest ($652,000)
2014: Northwest ($468,000)
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