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Otolaryngology Private Practices in Oregon (49 Verified Groups) | Daniel Aragón

There are 49 physician-owned otolaryngology practices in Oregon, vetted against the NPPES NPI Registry. Hospital-employed, government, and academic positions are excluded.

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Oregon Otolaryngology Practices, Vetted and Independent

A vetted list of 63 otolaryngology practices in Oregon that are still owned by the physicians who built them. Useful when the recruiter says you have no other options.

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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

  • Providence Health and Services
  • PeaceHealth
  • Adventist Health
  • Legacy Health
  • Salem Health
  • Samaritan Health Services
  • St. Charles Health System
  • Kaiser Permanente Northwest

Academic programs

  • OHSU Health

Federal facilities

  • VA Portland Health Care System
  • VA Health Care System

All 49 physician-owned otolaryngology practices in Oregon, by city

49practices listed
12cities in OR
0PE or corporate flagged
44with a website
49 practices listed

Dr. Michael Villano, MD - Cascade ENT

Bend, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistDay Spa

Based in Bend, Oregon, Dr. Michael Villano, MD - Cascade ENT runs an independently owned otolaryngology practice focused on direct physician-patient relationships. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

431 NE Revere Ave #110, Bend, OR 97701

Robert Roberts, DO

Bend, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Robert Roberts is board-certified in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery with over 23 years of experience.

815 SW Bond St Ste 110, Bend, OR 97702

Aleen Lee, MD

Clackamas, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Aleen Lee, MD brings otolaryngology expertise to patients in Clackamas, Oregon through a physician-owned practice. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

9280 SE Sunnybrook Blvd #300, Clackamas, OR 97015

Kathryn Leavitt, MD

Clackamas, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Kathryn Leavitt maintains a private otolaryngology practice in Clackamas, Oregon, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

9280 SE Sunnybrook Blvd #300, Clackamas, OR 97015

MID VALLEY ENT & ALLERGY

Corvallis, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

A privately owned otolaryngology practice, MID VALLEY ENT & ALLERGY is located in Corvallis, Oregon. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

1867 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330

Tyler Light, MD Ear, Nose & Throat - The Corvallis Clinic

Corvallis, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Light offers all manner of comprehensive otolaryngology services. In particular, a comprehensive and modern nasal practice is something new that he’ll be able to provide the Corvallis area community and greater Willamette Valley.

The Corvallis Clinic Aumann Building, 444 NW Elks Dr, Corvallis, OR 97330

Daniel Fear, MD

Grants Pass, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Daniel Fear, MD provides otolaryngology services from a privately held practice in Grants Pass, Oregon. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

537 Union Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97527

Richard Huffaker, DO

Grants Pass, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Grants Pass, Oregon, Richard Huffaker offers care through an owner-operated medical office. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

537 Union Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97527

Bobak Ghaheri MD

Gresham, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Gresham, Oregon, Bobak Ghaheri MD offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

24076 SE Stark St #230, Gresham, OR 97030

Christy Buckman, MD

Gresham, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistAllergist

Christy Buckman, MD provides otolaryngology services from a privately held practice in Gresham, Oregon. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care and allergy and immune system care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

24076 SE Stark St # 230, Gresham, OR 97030

Roger Wobig, MD

Gresham, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Roger Wobig sees patients at a private otolaryngology office in Gresham, Oregon, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

24076 SE Stark St #230, Gresham, OR 97030

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat East - Gresham

Gresham, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat East - Gresham delivers otolaryngology services from Gresham, Oregon, operating as a private practice. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care and outpatient medical care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

24076 SE Stark St # 230, Gresham, OR 97030

Caroline Y Yang MD

Lake Oswego, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Caroline Y Yang MD operates a physician-owned otolaryngology practice in Lake Oswego, Oregon, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

17704 Jean Way #101, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Erika E Schettler Huberty MD

Lake Oswego, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

A solo otolaryngology practitioner in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Erika E Schettler Huberty MD provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

17704 Jean Way #101, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Robert H Furman MD

Lake Oswego, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

A solo otolaryngology practitioner in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Robert H Furman MD provides care under an independent practice model. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

17704 Jean Way #101, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Stuti Desai-Markowski, MD

Lake Oswego, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Stuti Desai-Markowski offers care through an owner-operated medical office. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

17704 Jean Way #101, Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Andrew B. Baker, MD

Milwaukie, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Andrew B. Baker, MD brings otolaryngology expertise to patients in Milwaukie, Oregon through a physician-owned practice. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

10024 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97222

Dr. Adrian E. Varela, MD

Milwaukie, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Adrian E. Varela, MD provides otolaryngology services from a privately held practice in Milwaukie, Oregon. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

10330 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97222

Daniel Allan Leedy, MD

Oregon City, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Daniel Allan Leedy, an Otolaryngologist with The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat South, is board certified in Otolaryngology. His areas of focus include sinus diseases and surgery, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), thyroid and parathyroid surgery, tonsils and adenoids, and ear infections.

1508 Division St Suite 115, Oregon City, OR 97045

Kelly Rydlund, MD

Oregon City, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistAllergist

Dr. Kelly Rydlund, an Otolaryngologist with The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat South, is board certified in Otolaryngology. His areas of focus include head and neck, including sinus issues, allergy testing, endoscopic sinus surgery, hearing and balance disorders, and ear infections.

1508 Division St Suite 115, Oregon City, OR 97045

Tyler S. Weaver, MD

Oregon City, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Tyler S. Weaver, an Otolaryngologist with The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat South, is board certified in Otolaryngology. His areas of focus include thyroid and parathyroid surgery, sinus disease and endoscopic surgery, ear diseases and surgery (including endoscopic ear surgery), pediatric ear, nose, and throat, allergy testing and treatment, head and neck cancers, and ear, nose, and throat disorders.

1508 Division St Suite 115, Oregon City, OR 97045

Andrew B. Baker, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Andrew B. Baker, MD operates a physician-owned otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

501 N Graham St #455, Portland, OR 97227

Andrew Pedersen, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Andrew Pedersen sees patients at a private otolaryngology office in Portland, Oregon, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

5050 NE Hoyt St Suite 655, Portland, OR 97213

Bobak Ghaheri, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Bobak Ghaheri maintains a private otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

Brian Stater, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Portland, Oregon, Brian Stater offers care through an owner-operated medical office. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

Brian T. Shaffer, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

A solo otolaryngology practitioner in Portland, Oregon, Brian T. Shaffer provides care under an independent practice model. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

Carrie Brown, MD main office

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Carrie Brown sees patients at a private otolaryngology office in Portland, Oregon, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

Christy Buckman, MD, FACS

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistAllergist

Christy Buckman, MD, FACS operates a physician-owned otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care and allergy and immune system care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

Dr. Brian Nuyen

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Brian Nuyen offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.

909 NW 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

Edsel Kim, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Offering otolaryngology services in Portland, Oregon, Edsel Kim, MD operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

Frank Warren, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Portland, Oregon, Frank Warren offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

James P. Thomas, MD, LLC

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

We specialize in laryngology, or voice disorders. Whether you are a singer or a speaker or just like to talk, if you have hoarseness, we have the expertise to diagnose hoarseness. We are able to listen to your voice, determine the type of hoarseness that you have and then he have special high definition endoscopes to view vocal cords in slow motion. Our exams are typically one hour to analyze your voice in detail. At the end of the exam we review video of your vocal cords, explaining where the p

909 NW 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

Joseph Campanelli MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Offering otolaryngology services in Portland, Oregon, Joseph Campanelli MD operates outside of hospital employment. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach out by phone for information about joining this practice.

606 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232

Justin Hall, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Justin Hall sees patients at a private otolaryngology office in Portland, Oregon, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

2701 NW Vaughn St Ste 150, Portland, OR 97210

Justin Pavlovich, MD - The Portland Clinic

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistSurgeon

Patients in Portland, Oregon can access otolaryngology services through Justin Pavlovich, MD - The Portland Clinic, a physician-owned group. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care and surgical procedures. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

5005 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213

Justin Rufener, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Justin Rufener, MD provides otolaryngology services from a privately held practice in Portland, Oregon. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

5050 NE Hoyt St Suite 655, Portland, OR 97213

Michael Flaming, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Michael Flaming sees patients at a private otolaryngology office in Portland, Oregon, emphasizing physician autonomy in clinical care. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Call the practice directly to ask about current physician openings or partnership opportunities.

5050 NE Hoyt St Suite 655, Portland, OR 97213

Philip Zald, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Practicing otolaryngology in Portland, Oregon, Philip Zald offers care through an owner-operated medical office. Services extend to ear, nose, and throat care. Reach the office through their website or direct phone line for career-related questions.

5050 NE Hoyt St Suite 655, Portland, OR 97213

Roger John Wobig, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Roger John Wobig, MD operates a physician-owned otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

Roya Mansouri, MD, MPH

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Roya Mansouri maintains a private otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, where clinical decisions remain physician-led. Additional capabilities include ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

Samuel G. Shiley, MD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Samuel G. Shiley, MD operates a physician-owned otolaryngology practice in Portland, Oregon, offering personalized patient care in a private setting. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

2701 NW Vaughn St Ste 150, Portland, OR 97210

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat East at Gateway

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Based in Portland, Oregon, The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat East at Gateway focuses on otolaryngology as a community-based private practice. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

1111 NE 99th Ave Suite 101, Portland, OR 97220

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat Northeast

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Located in Portland, Oregon, The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat Northeast offers otolaryngology care outside of hospital system employment. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care and outpatient medical care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

5050 NE Hoyt St Suite 655, Portland, OR 97213

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat West

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

The Oregon Clinic Ear, Nose & Throat West provides otolaryngology services to patients in the Portland, Oregon area as an independent medical practice. Beyond otolaryngology, the office offers ear, nose, and throat care. Employment and partnership inquiries can be directed to the practice via their website.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

Zipei Feng, MD, PhD

Portland, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Offering otolaryngology services in Portland, Oregon, Zipei Feng, MD, PhD operates outside of hospital employment. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

1815 SW Marlow Ave Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225

Douglas J. Skarada, MD, FAAOA, FARS

Salem, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistAllergist

Practicing otolaryngology in Salem, Oregon, Douglas J. Skarada offers care through an owner-operated medical office. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care and allergy and immune system care. Visit the practice website or call to discuss potential openings.

340 Vista Ave SE Suite 100, Salem, OR 97302

Ear, Nose, and Throat Northwest

Salem, OR

NPPES Verified
OtolaryngologistOtolaryngology Clinic

A privately owned otolaryngology practice, Ear, Nose, and Throat Northwest is located in Salem, Oregon. Additional capabilities include outpatient medical care and ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians exploring opportunities can reach out through the practice website or by phone.

2025 Madrona Ave SE Ste 100, Salem, OR 97302

Justin Pavlovich, MD - The Portland Clinic

Tigard, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Dr. Pavlovich is no longer practicing at The Portland Clinic or in the Portland Metro area.

9250 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223

Michelle B. Vessely, MD, LLC

Tualatin, OR

NPPES Verified
Otolaryngologist

Michelle B. Vessely, MD, LLC provides otolaryngology care in Tualatin, Oregon as a multi-physician private practice. The practice also provides ear, nose, and throat care. Physicians interested in this practice can inquire by phone.

6485 SW Borland Rd c, Tualatin, OR 97062

About this directory and the Oregon otolaryngology market

You finished otolaryngology. Now what?

Then your final year starts and the path stops drawing itself. Recruiters start emailing. Contracts show up before you have asked anyone what a contract is supposed to look like.

What this directory does is hand you the page you were missing. Every physician-owned otolaryngology group in Oregon, in one place, so the first contract you sign is not the only contract you ever saw.

What other resources point to in Oregon

This page lists 63 otolaryngology practices in Oregon that are physician-owned and independently operated. Every listing comes from the NPPES NPI Registry, cross-referenced with DataForSEO business data for addresses, phone numbers, and websites. I've filtered out hospital systems, corporate medical groups, PE-backed entities, and academic positions. The result is 63 practices across 12 cities where doctors, not administrators or investors, run the show.

If you're evaluating a move to private practice in Oregon, this is a starting point you won't find on a job board. Most boards mix employed positions with ownership opportunities, and they almost never tell you who actually owns the practice. Recruiters aren't much better. This page filters for physician ownership specifically, so you can focus on practices where clinical autonomy isn't just a talking point in an interview. It's built into the ownership structure.

The Oregon otolaryngology market in detail

Oregon's physician-owned otolaryngology directory lists 49 practice locations across 11 cities. The largest groups are Andrew B. Baker, MD (2 locations) and Justin Pavlovich, MD - The Portland Clinic (2 locations).

None of the otolaryngology practices listed in Oregon 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 Bend, Clackamas, Corvallis, and Grants Pass.

The PGY-Final-Year Path

Stop being recruited. Start choosing.

Three steps. Skip any one of them and you are back to signing the first thing handed to you.

1
See what is around you

You are already here. 49 physician-owned otolaryngology groups in Oregon, 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 Oregon. The person on your side should be one who actually does this work.

Stop being recruited. Start choosing.

Most physicians sign the first thing handed to them.

Now you know what else is around. Browse the Directory, subscribe to the newsletter, and walk back into the negotiation with both.

“You are not alone in not knowing. Nobody told you what came after the Match.”

Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA

Frequently asked questions about otolaryngology in Oregon

How many Otolaryngology private practices are in Oregon?

There are 49 physician-owned otolaryngology private practices in Oregon, 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.

Audiology and Hearing Aid Revenue in Oregon ENT Practice

Oregon has 8 physician-owned otolaryngology practices in this directory, including The Oregon Clinic - Otolaryngology (Portland), Pacific Northwest ENT (Portland), and Bend ENT (Bend). Summit Health Oregon (Bend Memorial Clinic) - Otolaryngology (CityMD with Walgreens Boots Allia...

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.

Can ENT private practices in Oregon dispense hearing aids, and how is that revenue structured?

Yes. ENT practices that employ licensed audiologists can dispense hearing aids directly to patients. In Oregon, hearing aid dispensing requires either an audiologist holding an appropriate state license, or a hearing instrument specialist license. Most commercial insurers do not cover hearing aids, so revenue is collected directly from patients at time of fitting. Revenue distribution varies by practice, some allocate audiology revenue to the responsible audiologist's physician partner; others pool it as general practice overhead. This is worth clarifying before joining.

How Physician-Owned Practices Compare

Physician-Owned Hospital-Employed Corporate / PE-Backed
Who controls the practicePhysiciansHealth systemNon-physician entity
Non-compete scopeNarrower, negotiableBroadVery broad
Partnership / buy-in pathCommonRareRare
Call schedule flexibilityHigherVariableLower
Productivity bonus upsideHighModerateModerate
Included in this directoryYesNoFlagged

Key Terms in Physician Contracts

MSO (Management Services Organization)
A non-physician entity that provides administrative infrastructure (billing, coding, EHR support, payer contracting) to physician-owned practices. MSO arrangements let physicians retain clinical and practice ownership while outsourcing back-office operations. Private equity commonly uses MSO structures to influence practice operations without technically owning the medical entity.
NPI (National Provider Identifier)
A unique 10-digit number assigned to every U.S. healthcare provider and organization by CMS. Individual physicians receive a Type 1 NPI; practice entities receive a Type 2 NPI. The NPI is used across all payers for billing and credentialing.
Restrictive Covenant
Any contractual clause that limits a physician's professional activities after leaving an employer. Non-compete clauses are the most common restrictive covenant, but the category also includes non-solicitation clauses (prohibiting contact with former patients or staff) and non-disparagement clauses.
Fair Market Value
The price at which a willing buyer and willing seller would agree to transact, with both parties having reasonable knowledge of the relevant facts. Physician compensation must meet fair market value to comply with federal anti-kickback and Stark Law requirements. Independent valuations are used for buy-in pricing, compensation benchmarking, and practice sales.
Collections-Based Compensation
A pay model in which a physician's income is tied directly to the revenue collected from their patient encounters. The physician typically receives a percentage of collections (40 to 55 percent is common) after overhead. This model rewards high-volume, high-acuity work but creates income variability.
Audiologist
A licensed healthcare professional specializing in the prevention, identification, diagnosis, and treatment of hearing, balance, and auditory processing disorders. Holds a doctorate in audiology (Au.D.) in most states. In ENT practices, audiologists perform hearing evaluations, fit hearing aids, and manage cochlear implant programming.
Hearing Aid Dispensing
The selection, fitting, and sale of hearing amplification devices to patients with hearing loss. In most states, dispensing requires a license held by the audiologist or a hearing instrument specialist. Most commercial insurers do not reimburse hearing aids, making this a cash-pay revenue stream for ENT practices.

This directory is maintained by Daniel Aragón, MD, MBA, a physician who just walked this path. All listings are pulled from the (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.