There are 66 physician-owned pulmonary disease practices in Alabama, vetted against the NPPES NPI Registry. Hospital-employed, government, and academic positions are excluded.
93 independent pulmonary disease practices across Alabama, cross-referenced against NPPES, state medical boards, and each practice's own website. Negotiate from leverage instead of from gratitude.
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Alabaster, AL
Offering pulmonary disease services in Alabaster, Alabama, Roxana Carcelen operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
1022 1st St N #401, Alabaster, AL 35007
Athens, AL
Based in Athens, Alabama, Scherff Al III MD FCCP runs an independently owned pulmonary disease practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.
902 W Hobbs St, Athens, AL 35611
Birmingham, AL
An independently operated pulmonary disease practice in Birmingham, Alabama, Birmingham Pulmonary Group serves the local community. The practice also provides outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
800 St Vincents Dr # 600, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
A solo pulmonary disease practitioner in Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Harold Wilson provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
2660 10th Ave S #528, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
Lung Care & is a full-service outpatient Pulmonary Medicine office with offices in Greystone and Sylacauga. Our mission excellent, timely, and efficient care. Your good health and personal time are valuable to us. Our friendly staff are eager to make your visit as pleasant as it can be! We do require a referral from your Primary Care Physician or Sub-specialist as we want to be a part of your care TEAM! We partner WITH you and your other doctors to achieve the best results we can. Your participa
501 Doug Baker Blvd Suite 101, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham, AL
A solo pulmonary disease practitioner in Birmingham, Alabama, Erin Ozgun MD provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides internal medicine and lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
40 Inverness Center Pkwy #200, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham, AL
Dr. James Lott III is a board-certified pulmonologist with Baptist Health Medical Group Lung and Sleep Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has more than 30 years of experience, and his specialties include COPD, asthma, coughs, sleep disorders, pleural effusions, dyspnea, emphysema, bronchitis and pneumonia. Dr. Lott believes in providing compassionate and timely care. He earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Birmingham Southern College in Alabama and received his medical degree from the Uni
817 Princeton Ave SW POB II, Ste 199, Birmingham, AL 35211
Birmingham, AL
Jason Fain, MD - Birmingham Pulmonary Group, PC operates as an independent pulmonary disease group in Birmingham, Alabama, with physician-led governance. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
800 St Vincents Dr # 600, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
Jeffrey J. earn, MD operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Birmingham, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
800 St Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
Dr. Karl Schroeder is a board-certified pulmonologist with Baptist Health Medical Group Lung and Sleep Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. His specialties include asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, bronchitis, asbestosis, and mesothelioma. Dr. Schroeder’s patients praise his empathy, dedication, and ability to explain their options clearly. He earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry at the University of Montevallo in Montevallo, Alabama. Dr. Schroeder received his medical
817 Princeton Ave SW SUITE 199, Birmingham, AL 35211
Birmingham, AL
Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Lung Care &, PC offers pulmonary disease care as an independent practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
501 Doug Baker Blvd Suite 101, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham, AL
Maria L. Johnson maintains a private pulmonary disease practice in Birmingham, Alabama, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
100 Pilot Medical Dr #100, Birmingham, AL 35235
Birmingham, AL
Neal D. Daniel maintains a private pulmonary disease practice in Birmingham, Alabama, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
800 St Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
Pulmonary And Critical Care Specialist Of Princeton provides outpatient pulmonary disease care from its office in Birmingham, Alabama. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
817 Princeton Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
Birmingham, AL
Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Russell Beaty MD delivers pulmonary disease care through an independently managed medical practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
40 Inverness Center Pkwy #200, Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham, AL
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Stacy Ejem, MD - Birmingham Pulmonary Group, PC is an independently owned pulmonary disease medical group. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
800 St Vincents Dr # 600, Birmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham, AL
Thomas A. Vines, MD brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Birmingham, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
100 Pilot Medical Dr #100, Birmingham, AL 35235
Birmingham, AL
Weddington Kelley, MD operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Birmingham, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
817 Princeton Ave SW POB II, Ste 199, Birmingham, AL 35211
Clanton, AL
Jay Heidecker, MD - Birmingham Pulmonary Group, PC provides pulmonary disease care in Clanton, Alabama as a multi-physician private practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
2030 Lay Dam Rd, Clanton, AL 35045
Cullman, AL
Cullman Regional offers complete diagnostic evaluations and treatment of diseases of the respiratory system. Conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) that affect the lungs and breathing can disrupt quality of life. Our pulmonologists are licensed internal medicine doctors with more than 18 years of experience and training. We will work with you to develop an individualized care plan based on your specific needs and provide a multidisciplinary approach for your
1890 AL-157 Professional Office Building 2 Suite 102, Cullman, AL 35058
Decatur, AL
Located in Decatur, Alabama, Dr. James E. Boyle, MD delivers pulmonary disease care through an independently managed medical practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
1101 Somerville Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
Decatur, AL
Dr. Mamoun Najjar is Board Certified in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine. He specializes in pulmonary, sleep and critical care medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the Medical School at Jordan University of Science and Technology and completed his Internal Medicine residency from State University of New York (SUNY) at the Stony Brook campus at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, New York. He served as an Assistant Professor for Brown University Medical School an
1222 Somerville Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
Decatur, AL
Sleep And Pulmonary Care Center provides pulmonary disease services to patients in the Decatur, Alabama area as an independent medical practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1222 Somerville Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
Decatur, AL
A privately owned pulmonary disease practice, Valley Pulmonary Critical Care is located in Decatur, Alabama. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
1101 Somerville Rd SE, Decatur, AL 35601
Foley, AL
Baldwin Health Pulmonology is a private pulmonary disease practice located in Foley, Alabama. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1298 N McKenzie St, Foley, AL 36535
Foley, AL
Brian Sumrall, M.D. provides pulmonary disease services from a privately held practice in Foley, Alabama. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
1298 N McKenzie St, Foley, AL 36535
Homewood, AL
In Homewood, Alabama, Alabama Sleep And Lung Medicine offers pulmonary disease care as part of the region's private practice scene. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
210 Wildwood Pkwy Ste 402, Homewood, AL 35209
Homewood, AL
Gustavo A. DuBois, M.D. brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Homewood, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
210 Wildwood Pkwy Ste 402, Homewood, AL 35209
Homewood, AL
A multi-provider pulmonary disease practice in Homewood, Alabama, Oksana Senyk, MD, PhD, PLLC operates under physician ownership. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
2045 Brookwood Medical Center Dr Ste 1, Homewood, AL 35209
Mobile, AL
Adrian DiVittorio, MD provides pulmonary disease services from a privately held practice in Mobile, Alabama. Additional capabilities include internal medicine and lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Each of our twenty-one board-certified physicians specializes in a unique aspect of care. We treat every facet of respiratory disease, including asthma, allergy, immune deficiencies, chronic cough, pediatric pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. Our health care team combines advanced diagnostic and imaging equipment with the latest evidence-based research and highly individualized care to ensure your visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible.
5955 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
Each of our twenty-one board-certified physicians specializes in a unique aspect of care. We treat every facet of respiratory disease, including asthma, allergy, immune deficiencies, chronic cough, pediatric pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. Our health care team combines advanced diagnostic and imaging equipment with the latest evidence-based research and highly individualized care to ensure your visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Mobile, AL
Brian Fouty, M.D. operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care and surgical procedures. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
2451 University Hospital Dr, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
Brian H. Sumrall, MD operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
100 Memorial Hospital Dr # 1A, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
Caesar C. Agagan, MD brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Mobile, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Mobile, AL
Cynthia Crowder-Hicks maintains a private pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Each of our twenty-one board-certified physicians specializes in a unique aspect of care. We treat every facet of respiratory disease, including asthma, allergy, immune deficiencies, chronic cough, pediatric pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. Our health care team combines advanced diagnostic and imaging equipment with the latest evidence-based research and highly individualized care to ensure your visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible.
5955 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
Daniel J. Pollman, MD brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Mobile, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
5955 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
Offering pulmonary disease services in Mobile, Alabama, Daniel Polansky, MD operates outside of hospital employment. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Dr. Cynthia Crowder operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
831 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile, AL 36695
Mobile, AL
A solo pulmonary disease practitioner in Mobile, Alabama, Dr. James H. Hunter provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
610 Providence Park Dr E, Mobile, AL 36695
Mobile, AL
Each of our twenty-one board-certified physicians specializes in a unique aspect of care. We treat every facet of respiratory disease, including asthma, allergy, immune deficiencies, chronic cough, pediatric pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. Our health care team combines advanced diagnostic and imaging equipment with the latest evidence-based research and highly individualized care to ensure your visit is as comfortable and efficient as possible.
100 Memorial Hospital Dr #1A, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
K. Scott Saucier, MD, FCCP operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
5955 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
Kane Schaphorst maintains a private pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care and surgical procedures. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
2451 University Hospital Dr, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
A solo pulmonary disease practitioner in Mobile, Alabama, Karen Fagan provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to lung and respiratory care and surgical procedures. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
Mastin Bldg, 2451 University Hospital Dr Ste 102, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
Located in Mobile, Alabama, Maher Sahawneh, MD delivers pulmonary disease care through an independently managed medical practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Based in Mobile, Alabama, Marc Gottlieb, MD runs an independently owned pulmonary disease practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Peter O. Lutz, MD brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Mobile, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Mobile, AL
Dr. Philip Almalouf is board certified in Internal Medicine. Conditions treated include Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Heart Attack, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Cystic Fibrosis and High Blood Pressure. He practices at USA Health Mastin Internal Medicine in Mobile, Alabama.
2451 University Hospital Dr Suite 101, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
Randy G. Dotson, MD brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Mobile, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Mobile, AL
Offering pulmonary disease services in Mobile, Alabama, Robert Petrossian MD operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
2451 University Hospital Dr # 102, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
Practicing pulmonary disease in Mobile, Alabama, Sameh Syed offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
1700 SpringHill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604
Mobile, AL
Scott H. Patterson maintains a private pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
100 Memorial Hospital Dr # 1C, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
A privately owned pulmonary disease practice, USA Health Pulmonology is located in Mobile, Alabama. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
2451 University Hospital Dr, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
Virginia S. Radcliff, MD operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Mobile, AL
Offering pulmonary disease services in Mobile, Alabama, William B. Pitts, MD operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
5955 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608
Mobile, AL
A solo pulmonary disease practitioner in Mobile, Alabama, William Broughton provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care and surgical procedures. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.
2451 University Hospital Dr, Mobile, AL 36617
Mobile, AL
William H. Porr, MD operates a physician-owned pulmonary disease practice in Mobile, Alabama, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
141 Tuscaloosa St, Mobile, AL 36607
Sylacauga, AL
A privately owned pulmonary disease practice, Coosa Valley Pulmonary is located in Sylacauga, Alabama. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
209 W Spring St, Sylacauga, AL 35150
Sylacauga, AL
Lung Care & delivers pulmonary disease medical services in Sylacauga, Alabama under private ownership. The practice also provides outpatient medical care and lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
315 W Fort Williams St #200, Sylacauga, AL 35150
Tuscaloosa, AL
Aslam Syed S MD provides pulmonary disease services from a privately held practice in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Additional capabilities include lung and respiratory care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
701 University Blvd E #711, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Tuscaloosa, AL
Comprehensive Sleep and Breathing provides outpatient pulmonary disease care from its office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
1406 McFarland Blvd NE, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
Tuscaloosa, AL
F.Fabian Salinas, MD, FCCP, FACP provides pulmonary disease services from a privately held practice in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care and internal medicine. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
701 University Blvd E #711, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Tuscaloosa, AL
Pedro Lopez, MD, FCCP, FACP brings pulmonary disease expertise to patients in Tuscaloosa, Alabama through a physician-owned practice. Beyond pulmonary disease, the office offers lung and respiratory care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
701 University Blvd E #711, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Tuscaloosa, AL
Located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Tuscaloosa Lung & Sleep: Azam Mohammad MD delivers pulmonary disease care through an independently managed medical practice. Services extend to lung and respiratory care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
701 University Blvd E #711, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Vestavia Hills, AL
Based in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Dr. Harold Wilson runs an independently owned pulmonary disease practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. The practice also provides lung and respiratory care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
200 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Then graduation approaches and the algorithm stops. A recruiter calls. The contract has a productivity formula you cannot solve for, a non-compete you cannot evaluate, and a tail-coverage clause nobody explained.
What this directory does is hand you the page you were missing. Every physician-owned pulmonary disease group in Alabama, in one place, so the first contract you sign is not the only contract you ever saw.
This directory covers 66 independently operated pulmonary disease practices in Alabama. The data comes from two sources: the NPPES NPI Registry (the federal provider database maintained by CMS) and DataForSEO business listings for contact details and descriptions. I've excluded every practice that doesn't qualify as physician-owned. That means hospital-employed positions, academic roles, and corporate medical groups are filtered out. What remains is 93 practices across 12 cities.
You won't find this list anywhere else. National job boards aggregate whatever employers pay to post, regardless of ownership structure. This directory starts from the federal NPPES database and filters down to practices where physicians own the entity. That distinction matters because it determines everything: how you're compensated, how decisions get made, whether you'll ever have a real equity stake. Use it to identify practices worth reaching out to directly.
Alabama's physician-owned pulmonary disease directory lists 66 practice locations across 11 cities. The largest group is Dr. Harold Wilson (2 locations).
None of the pulmonary disease practices listed in Alabama carry a PE-Backed or Corporate-Acquired flag. All listings in this directory are physician-owned independent practices verified through NPPES.
Practices span 11 cities including Alabaster, Athens, Birmingham, and Clanton.
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Daniel Aragón, MD, MBAThere are 66 physician-owned pulmonary disease private practices in Alabama, verified against the NPPES NPI Registry. All are independently operated. Hospital-employed, government, corporate, and academic positions are excluded.
A physician-owned practice is one where licensed physicians hold controlling ownership of the business entity. This is distinct from hospital employment, corporate medical groups, or private equity-backed practices where non-physician entities control the business.
The Corporate-Acquired flag means the practice was historically physician-owned but has since been acquired by a corporate entity such as Optum. The MSO-Affiliated flag means the practice uses a Management Services Organization for billing and administration while physicians retain practice-level ownership.
Alabama's physician-owned pulmonary disease practices include Alabama Pulmonary Associates (Birmingham) and North Alabama Pulmonary (Huntsville).
NPPES is the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System, a federal database maintained by CMS. Every practice in this directory has an active NPI record in NPPES, confirming it is a registered U.S. medical practice.
When a pulmonology practice owns its PFT equipment and employs its own respiratory therapist to perform testing, the practice bills and collects the technical component of PFT studies (spirometry, DLCO, plethysmography) separately from the physician's interpretation fee. This technical component revenue, which would otherwise go to a hospital if testing were referred out, can add $100,000-$300,000+ annually to a high-volume pulmonology practice's revenue. Ask for the annual PFT testing volume and what portion of technical component revenue is distributed to physician-owners.
| Physician-Owned | Hospital-Employed | Corporate / PE-Backed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who controls the practice | Physicians | Health system | Non-physician entity |
| Non-compete scope | Narrower, negotiable | Broad | Very broad |
| Partnership / buy-in path | Common | Rare | Rare |
| Call schedule flexibility | Higher | Variable | Lower |
| Productivity bonus upside | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Included in this directory | Yes | No | Flagged |
This directory is maintained by Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA, a physician who just walked this path. All listings are pulled from the NPPES NPI Registry (CMS.gov), the federal database of all U.S. medical providers. Hospital-employed, corporate, and government-operated positions are excluded. Last updated: .
Built by a physician who just walked this path. Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA.
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