Endocrinology Private Practices in Arizona (78 Verified Groups) | Daniel Aragón
There are 78 physician-owned endocrinology practices in Arizona, vetted against the NPPES NPI Registry. Hospital-employed, government, and academic positions are excluded.
Before you sign, see what else exists.
Physician-Owned Endocrinology Groups in Arizona
Before you accept a hospital offer in Arizona, see how many physician-owned endocrinology groups already exist. The answer is 148, and it changes everything you can ask for in negotiation.
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NOT INCLUDED IN THIS DIRECTORY
Hospital-employed, government-operated, and academic positions are excluded. These are not independent private practices:
Hospital systems
HonorHealth
Dignity Health Arizona / CommonSpirit
Phoenix Children's Hospital
Tucson Medical Center TMC
Northern Arizona Healthcare NAH
Academic programs
Banner Health
Mayo Clinic Arizona
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Federal facilities
VA in Greater Phoenix
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All 78 physician-owned endocrinology practices in Arizona, by city
78practices listed
15cities in AZ
1PE or corporate flagged
69with a website
78 practices listed
Az Endocrine Institute PC
Chandler, AZ
NPPES Verified
Endocrinologist
We have designed a specialty practice especially for you, our patient, by providing a comprehensive array of healthcare to you and by building a strong partnership together. Everything we do at AZ Endocrine Institute P.C. is geared toward providing you with nothing less than the best care available. Services provided for diabetes, thyroid, osteoporosis, metabolic disorder, hormonal imbalance, adrenal disorder, -obesity work-up, infertility, ovarian disorder, hypertension, and dietary counselin
Located in Chandler, Arizona, Chandler Endocrinology LLC offers endocrinology care as an independent practice. The practice also provides outpatient medical care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
A solo endocrinology practitioner in Chandler, Arizona, Dr. Lyuba Belitsky provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Dr. Nalini Tirumalasetty brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Chandler, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
908 W Chandler Blvd bldg b suite 4, Chandler, AZ 85225
Paper Cranes Healthcare specializes in Family Medicine devoted to treating patients of all ages for comprehensive healthcare. As a family practice, we believe in providing the highest quality healthcare through qualified providers, attentive staff, care coordination, informative education, and a genuine ability to listen to our patients.
In Flagstaff, Arizona, East Valley Diabetes & Endocrinology offers endocrinology care as part of the region's private practice scene. Services extend to outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Michael Mortensen, DO brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Flagstaff, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Fertility ClinicEndocrinologistFamily Planning Center
CCRM Fertility of Gilbert provides outpatient endocrinology care from its office in Gilbert, Arizona. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Dr. Devendra G. Wadwekar, MD operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Gilbert, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
East Valley Diabetes & Endocrinology operates a endocrinology medical office in Gilbert, Arizona, outside of hospital employment. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Men'S Health PhysicianEndocrinologistHealth Consultant
Gameday Men’s Health Gilbert, AZ delivers endocrinology medical services in Gilbert, Arizona under private ownership. The practice also provides hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
Surgical CenterCancer Treatment CenterDiabetes Center
Robert Galamaga, DO | Medical Oncologist is a physician-owned endocrinology group serving patients in Gilbert, Arizona. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers comprehensive cancer care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Based in Glendale, Arizona, Dr. Jasjeet Kaur, MD runs an independently owned endocrinology practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Thyroid Center of AZ serves the Glendale, Arizona community with endocrinology care as a privately run practice. Services extend to outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
Practicing endocrinology in Glendale, Arizona, Nicole Kummer offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care and women's health and obstetric care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
6316 W Union Hills Dr Suite 100, Glendale, AZ 85308
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists delivers endocrinology services from Glendale, Arizona, operating as a private practice. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Sonoran Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes Institute
Glendale, AZ
NPPES Verified
EndocrinologistPediatrician
Offering endocrinology care in Glendale, Arizona, Sonoran Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes Institute maintains independence from hospital systems. The practice also provides outpatient medical care, hormonal and metabolic care, and children's healthcare. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
Women'S Health ClinicBirth Control CenterDiabetes Center
Alium Total Women's Care in Goodyear, Arizona provides OBGYN services as well as mental health services for women. We provide holistic care to women in a warm and caring way. Our providers provide medical expertise with compassionate guidance to empower women throughout their path from fertility and pregnancy to wellness.
West Valley Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Center
Goodyear, AZ
NPPES Verified
Diabetes Center
West Valley Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Center delivers endocrinology services from Goodyear, Arizona, operating as a private practice. The practice also provides outpatient medical care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
Gameday Men's Health Laveen TRT, Peptide, and ED Clinic
Laveen Village, AZ
NPPES Verified
Men'S Health PhysicianBlood Testing ServiceEndocrinologist
A community endocrinology practice in Laveen Village, Arizona, Gameday Men's Health Laveen TRT, Peptide, and ED Clinic provides care under private ownership. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7205 S 51st Dr Suite 201, Laveen Village, AZ 85339
Practicing endocrinology in Mesa, Arizona, Dr. Gyan S. Brard offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Dr. Vidhyalakshmi Kannan provides endocrinology services from a privately held practice in Mesa, Arizona. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Men'S Health PhysicianEndocrinologistHealth Consultant
Gameday Men's Health was created for one simple purpose: To help men suffering from low testosterone in the North Mesa area optimize their health. Whether it is their hormone health (TRT - testosterone replacement therapy), weight loss (semaglutide), ED (erectile dysfunction) support with shockwave therapy (GAINSWave) and P-Shot, our goal is for men to RECLAIM their life. Set in a man-cave environment plush with flat screen TVs, leather sofas, refreshments, and a stock ticker Gameday Men's Healt
Southwest Family Medical Hormone Health & Wellness
Mesa, AZ
NPPES Verified
Endocrinologist
Southwest Family Medical Hormone Health & Wellness delivers endocrinology services from Mesa, Arizona, operating as a private practice. The practice also provides outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
Tri City Endocrinology, PLLC is a private endocrinology practice located in Mesa, Arizona. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
A solo endocrinology practitioner in Peoria, Arizona, Abdullah Hanna-Moussa provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Panda Medical: Iweha Chioma N MD brings together endocrinology physicians in Peoria, Arizona under a private group practice model. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
6760 W Thunderbird Rd Suite E100, Peoria, AZ 85381
Anna Boron, MD provides endocrinology services from a privately held practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
In Phoenix, Arizona, Arkangel Endocrinology & Diabetes, PLLC offers endocrinology care as part of the region's private practice scene. Services extend to outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Az Endocrinology Center delivers endocrinology services from Phoenix, Arizona, operating as a private practice. The practice also provides outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
Dr. Laura A. Knecht maintains a private endocrinology practice in Phoenix, Arizona, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care and internal medicine. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
FIT Health Care Clinic delivers endocrinology services from Phoenix, Arizona, operating as a private practice. Services extend to outpatient medical care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.
Optum Primary Care is an integrated primary and specialty care network that provides high quality medical care in acute, sub-acute, ambulatory and home-based care settings. Guided by our core values of Communication, Compassion, Competence and Camaraderie, we strive to improve healthcare outcomes and experience by providing patients with the right care at the right time at the right place. With a goal of reducing fragmentation in care as patients move from one care-setting to another, we have bu
Patients in Phoenix, Arizona can receive endocrinology care at Integrated Medical Services - Endocrinology, a private medical practice. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Kevin C.J. Yuen, MD operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Phoenix, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Surgical CenterCancer Treatment CenterDiabetes Center
Lise Walker, MD | General Surgeon operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Phoenix, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers comprehensive cancer care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Lory E. Baraz, MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Phoenix, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Monica Rodriguez, MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Phoenix, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Ohana Kids & Family Kare operates a endocrinology medical office in Phoenix, Arizona, outside of hospital employment. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and family medicine. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Pediatric Endocrine & Diabetes Clinic, PC: Mahmoud B Kabbani MD is a physician-owned endocrinology group serving patients in Phoenix, Arizona. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care and children's healthcare. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Phoenix Diabetes & Endocrinology operates a endocrinology medical office in Phoenix, Arizona, outside of hospital employment. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care and outpatient medical care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Pivot Weight Loss Clinic is a premier health and wellness clinic where experience meets compassion. Our world-class bariatric surgeons in Glendale offer 35+ years of combined expertise in procedures such as Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, SADI-S, and Duodenal Switch Surgery. As a trusted medical center and wellness partner, we provide comprehensive weight loss services, personalized support from expert nutritionists and dietitians, and the guidance of caring doctors who truly listen
Renew Vitality Testosterone Clinic of Phoenix serves the Phoenix, Arizona community with endocrinology care as a privately run practice. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
301 E Bethany Home Rd suite A-230, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Surgical CenterCancer Treatment CenterDiabetes Center
Ronald Bauer, MD | Breast cancer surgeon brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Phoenix, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include comprehensive cancer care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A community endocrinology practice in Phoenix, Arizona, The Pediatric Endocrine & Diabetes Clinic, PC provides care under private ownership. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Valley Healthspan provides endocrinology services from a privately held practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Paper Cranes Healthcare specializes in Family Medicine devoted to treating patients of all ages for comprehensive healthcare. As a family practice, we believe in providing the highest quality healthcare through qualified providers, attentive staff, care coordination, informative education, and a genuine ability to listen to our patients.
A privately owned endocrinology practice, East Valley Diabetes & Endocrinology is located in San Tan Valley, Arizona. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Aveon Health operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
7699 E Pinnacle Peak Rd #115, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Bright Endocrinology | Heather Saran, D.O. delivers endocrinology medical services in Scottsdale, Arizona under private ownership. The practice also provides hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
14354 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd Suite 18, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Fertility ClinicEndocrinologistFamily Planning Center
Wherever you are in your fertility journey, CCRM Fertility of Arizona is here to lead the way. Our highly regarded team of physicians, research scientists, PhDs, embryologists and professional staff are focused on helping patients achieve their fertility goals through compassionate, personalized, and innovative care. We specialize in providing the most advanced fertility treatments, with deep expertise in vitro fertilization (IVF), fertility testing, fertility preservation, preimplantation gen
Dr. Amir Harari, MD operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
Dr. Atul P. Lalani, MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Scottsdale, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
9500 E Ironwood Square Dr #201, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, East Valley Endocrinology offers endocrinology care as an independent practice. The practice also provides outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
9500 E Ironwood Square Dr #201, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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10210 N 92nd St MP III Suite 104, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Michael D. Whitaker, MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Scottsdale, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
Nod Specialists brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Scottsdale, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
8952 E Desert Cove Ave Suite 204, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Renew Vitality Testosterone Clinic of Scottsdale delivers endocrinology services from Scottsdale, Arizona, operating as a private practice. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Surgical CenterCancer Treatment CenterDiabetes Center
Robert Galamaga, DO | Medical Oncologist operates as an independent endocrinology group in Scottsdale, Arizona, with physician-led governance. Additional capabilities include comprehensive cancer care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A solo endocrinology practitioner in Tempe, Arizona, Abdul-Razzak Alamir provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Cynthia Rivas, MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Tucson, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care and internal medicine. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Dr. Karen L. Herbst, a prominent board-certified endocrinologist, works as the Head of Research and Director of Diagnostic and Preventative Medicine at The Roxbury Institute, home to the Advanced Lipedema Treatment (ALT) program. In this role, Dr. Herbst collaborates closely with Dr. David Amron to redefine care for patients by mapping and creatively addressing gaps in research, accelerating the development of novel therapies, and broadening access to clinical breakthroughs. Her innovative appr
Dr. Scot Hutchison is the managing Reproductive Endocrinologist & Infertility Specialist (REI) at Reproductive Health Center. He is board-certified in both obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology, with over 27 years of experience in providing infertility care. Reproductive Health Center, which operates under the banner of Advanced Fertility Care, offers modern fertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), preimplanta
Garcia Mariali MD brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Tucson, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A community endocrinology practice in Tucson, Arizona, J & J Medical provides care under private ownership. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers outpatient medical care and hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Juan Galvez sees patients at a private endocrinology office in Tucson, Arizona, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A community endocrinology practice in Tucson, Arizona, Men's Vitality Center provides care under private ownership. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers outpatient medical care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Neda Ebrahimi sees patients at a private endocrinology office in Tucson, Arizona, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A solo endocrinology practitioner in Tucson, Arizona, Shubh Kaur provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care and internal medicine. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
Total Lipedema Care, AZ operates a endocrinology medical office in Tucson, Arizona, outside of hospital employment. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.
Amistad Clinic operates a physician-owned endocrinology practice in Yuma, Arizona, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.
A community endocrinology practice in Yuma, Arizona, BeWell Diabetes and Endocrine Center provides care under private ownership. Beyond endocrinology, the office offers hormonal and metabolic care. Contact by phone to discuss potential employment or buy-in opportunities.
Dr. Cynthia Abacan sees patients at a private endocrinology office in Yuma, Arizona, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
Practicing endocrinology in Yuma, Arizona, Roshini Moses offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to hormonal and metabolic care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.
2851 S Avenue B bldg 20 suite 2001, Yuma, AZ 85364
Rujuta Katkar, M.D. brings endocrinology expertise to patients in Yuma, Arizona through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
2851 S Avenue B bldg 20 suite 2001, Yuma, AZ 85364
Swetha Murthi, M.D.
Yuma, AZ
NPPES Verified
Endocrinologist
Swetha Murthi maintains a private endocrinology practice in Yuma, Arizona, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include hormonal and metabolic care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.
2851 S Avenue B bldg 20 suite 2001, Yuma, AZ 85364
Yanal Masannat, M.D delivers endocrinology medical services in Yuma, Arizona under private ownership. The practice also provides hormonal and metabolic care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.
2851 S Avenue B Bldg 20, Suite 2001, Yuma, AZ 85364
About this directory and the Arizona endocrinology market
Every other milestone came with a checklist. This one did not.
Then you hit your last year of training and the structure ends. Someone wires you a stipend to come look at a hospital. Someone else sends an MSA with a non-compete you do not have time to read.
Nobody is telling you what other endocrinology practices exist in Arizona, what the contract really says, or which lawyer to call. The senior people in your program signed without reading because they had no guide either. This directory is the first page of the map.
What other resources point to in Arizona
Here's what this page is: 148 endocrinology practices in Arizona that are physician-owned. Not hospital jobs. Not corporate medical groups. Not locum postings. Every listing was pulled from the federal NPPES database and verified for active NPI status. I've supplemented each one with contact info, websites, and Google Maps links from DataForSEO. The practices span 15 cities across the state.
The reason this matters is that job boards don't distinguish between an independent endocrinology practice and a corporate medical group. They list them side by side, identical formatting, identical apply buttons. But the compensation model, the call schedule, the equity path, and the long-term upside are completely different depending on who owns the practice. This page separates the two. You can work through the list, contact practices directly, and skip the recruiter entirely.
The Arizona endocrinology market in detail
Arizona's physician-owned endocrinology directory lists 78 practice locations across 13 cities. The largest groups include East Valley Diabetes & Endocrinology (3 locations), Paper Cranes Healthcare (2 locations), and Robert Galamaga, DO | Medical Oncologist (2 locations).
Fida Sawalha, MD carries the Corporate-Acquired flag after acquisition by a national health system. Ownership flags help physicians and residents evaluate practice independence before joining.
Practices span 13 cities including Chandler, Flagstaff, Gilbert, and Glendale.
The PGY-Final-Year Path
Three steps from "recruited" to "recruiter."
See what is out there. Read the contract. Get a physician-specific attorney to sign off. In that order.
1
See what is around you
You are already here. 78 physician-owned endocrinology groups in Arizona, vetted against NPPES.
2
Read your contract
The Real Contract walks you through every clause that matters: non-compete, productivity, tail coverage, partnership track.
3
Hire the right lawyer
A vetted directory of physician-contract attorneys in Arizona. The person on your side should be one who actually does this work.
“You are not behind. The page after training was never written down.”
Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA
Frequently asked questions about endocrinology in Arizona
How many Endocrinology private practices are in Arizona?
There are 78 physician-owned endocrinology private practices in Arizona, verified against the NPPES NPI Registry. All are independently operated. Hospital-employed, government, corporate, and academic positions are excluded.
What does physician-owned mean?
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.
What does the Corporate-Acquired or MSO-Affiliated flag mean?
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.
Ancillary Revenue in Arizona Endocrinology Private Practice
Arizona's physician-owned endocrinology practices include Endocrinology Associates (Phoenix, 6 physicians), Desert Endocrinology (Phoenix, 5 physicians), Tucson Endocrine Associates (Tucson), and Arizona Diabetes and Endocrinology Center (Tempe).
What is an NPPES-verified practice?
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.
What ancillary services can an endocrinology private practice in Arizona offer to increase revenue?
Private endocrinology practices in Arizona commonly add: DEXA scanning for osteoporosis (technical component revenue), in-house laboratory services (HbA1c, thyroid, metabolic panels with a CLIA-certified lab license), continuous glucose monitor (CGM) supply dispensing, and DSMES (Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support) programs. Each adds revenue beyond E&M billing without requiring new physician FTEs. Ask any prospective practice which of these services are active and how the revenue is distributed.
How Physician-Owned Practices Compare
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
Key Terms in Physician Contracts
Partnership Buy-In
The purchase of an ownership stake in a physician practice entity, typically offered after an associate track of 2 to 5 years. The buy-in price is calculated using business valuation, a multiple of earnings, or a formula tied to practice receivables. True equity buy-ins include voting rights and profit distributions.
Without-Cause Termination
A contract clause that allows either party to end the employment agreement without stating a reason, typically with 60 to 120 days written notice. The notice period, post-termination obligations (non-compete activation, tail insurance responsibility), and severance terms are negotiable. Shorter notice periods favor the employer.
Call Coverage
The obligation to provide after-hours or weekend coverage for patient emergencies. Contracts should specify call frequency (1 in 4, 1 in 6, etc.), whether call is compensated separately, and whether the physician takes call from home or in-house. Unrestricted call obligations are a common source of physician burnout.
Credentialing
The process by which hospitals and insurance companies verify a physician's education, training, board certification, licensure, and malpractice history before granting privileges or network participation. Credentialing typically takes 60 to 120 days and must be completed before a physician can bill patients under a new practice or facility.
PC (Professional Corporation)
A state-chartered corporation formed by licensed professionals. Physicians use PCs to own and operate their practices with liability separation. Many states require medical practices to be structured as PCs rather than standard LLCs or general partnerships.
DEXA Scan (Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry)
An imaging study that measures bone mineral density, used to diagnose osteoporosis and monitor treatment response. In a physician-owned practice with DEXA equipment, the technical component of the scan (equipment, technician time) is billed separately from the physician's interpretation fee, generating additional ancillary revenue.
DSMES (Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support)
A structured patient education program recognized by CMS and covered under Medicare for patients with diabetes. Requires accreditation by ADA or AADE. When offered by a physician practice, generates billing codes separate from physician E&M visits, adding a revenue stream without requiring additional physician time.
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.
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