Exploring Locum Tenens: Health Insurance and Retirement Plans. #442

Author: Dr. Nii Darko
Published: Tue 21 Jan 2025
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Ever wondered how independent medical contractors handle health insurance and retirement planning? Our episode takes a deep dive into these crucial aspects, providing you with the knowledge to understand the tax advantages and financial benefits of locum tenens positions. From obtaining health insurance through the marketplace to exploring different retirement plans like IRA's and SEP's, we ensure you have the tools to take control of your financial future.

We also discussed potential conflicts of interest within healthcare and the importance of collaboration in the doctor-patient relationship. If you're interested in more details then this episode is a must-listen.

Timeline

0:00 Introduction

2:38 Health insurance & retirement plans on locums

22:53 Conflict of interest from a hospital and a doctor.

26:12 Doctors getting paid more if they make the patients more sick.

35:55 Listener shoutout.

38:33 Changing careers and shifting jobs.

44:52 Get to know the worst jobs we've ever worked.

47:27 Are patients always right?

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