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Locum tenens solve staffing problems.

J D Smith

    Physician Executive
    |June 8, 1989
    PubMed
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    Locum tenens physicians provide essential temporary coverage, preventing healthcare facilities from losing patients. This national business model offers significant benefits for maintaining consistent medical services.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Medical Staffing
    • Physician Services

    Background:

    • Locum tenens physician assignments originated for private practice vacation coverage.
    • The locum tenens physician placement has grown into a significant national industry.
    • Healthcare organizations increasingly utilize temporary physicians for coverage gaps.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the evolution and benefits of locum tenens physician utilization.
    • To highlight the role of locum tenens physicians in preventing market share loss for healthcare providers.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of the historical development of locum tenens physician services.
    • Review of the current national business model for temporary physician placement.
    • Identification of key benefits offered by locum tenens physicians.

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    Main Results:

    • Locum tenens physicians originated from private practice vacation coverage needs.
    • The locum tenens physician market has expanded to a national scale.
    • Key benefit: preventing market share loss due to physician coverage gaps.

    Conclusions:

    • Locum tenens physicians are crucial for ensuring continuity of care.
    • The strategic use of locum tenens physicians safeguards healthcare providers' market position.
    • The national business of locum tenens physicians offers substantial advantages to healthcare systems.