2024 orthopedist compensation in 9 numbers

Orthopedic surgeons in the U.S. earn an average of $558,000 annually, according to Medscape’s 2024 “Orthopedist Compensation Report,” published May 24. 

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Here are eight more statistics to know regarding orthopedist compensation in 2024, per the report: 

1. Fifty-one percent of orthopedic surgeons said compensation was a minor factor when choosing their practice specialty. 

2. The majority of orthopedic surgeons (72%) said most physicians in the U.S. are underpaid. 

3. The minority of orthopedic surgeons (44%) said they are fairly compensated when considering work demands. 

4. Orthopedic surgeons saw a 3% decrease in pay in 2024. 

5. Fifty-two percent of orthopedic surgeons said they take on side gigs outside their key roles. 

6. Only 44% of orthopedic surgeons reported feeling happy with their compensation rates. 

7. About 59% of orthopedic surgeons said their income is somewhat or considerably impacted by competing physician practices. 

8. Around 52% of orthopedic surgeons said compensation bonuses are available to them. 

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