The Keys to Maximizing an Aligned Physician Enterprise

Author: Fred Horton, MHA; Mike Coppola, MBA; and Matthew Wells, PhD
Published Date: January 2025

A recent item in Becker’s Hospital CFO Report contained some sobering information for health system leaders. According to Kaufman Hall’s Physician Flash Report, investment/subsidy per physician rose above $300,000 for the first time in 2024. To most health system leaders, this observation comes as no surprise. Financial challenges have steadily risen over the past decade. In this environment, it is more crucial than ever that health system leaders ensure they are capitalizing on the advantages of having an aligned physician enterprise.

This white paper explores the essential factors that drive high performance within physician enterprises, challenging conventional perspectives on the longstanding question: "What is the right investment per physician?" It provides an in-depth analysis of six key performance indicators, offering fresh insights and actionable strategies.