Industry News – March 2026
Every month, we find the most relevant news and opinions from the industry and publish them to the MGIS blog. Scroll to the bottom of the page to subscribe to the MGIS Sales Guide to make sure you never miss these updates.
Physician Autonomy Emerges As Top Retention Driver
Becker’s Hospital Review – Clinical discretion ranks as physicians’ top retention factor, outweighing workload concerns, while pay, total rewards, job stability, and care environment also influence decisions.
What to Expect in US Healthcare in 2026 and Beyond
McKinsey & Company – A McKinsey & Company report finds industry margins under pressure through 2027 as payers and providers face disenrollment, rising costs, and policy shifts. Recovery is expected by 2028–29, driven by pricing actions and M&A.
U.S. Life Expectancy Hit an All-Time High in 2024, CDC Says
STAT News – According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, average U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024, rebounding from pandemic-related declines.
Private Practice’s Quiet Comeback
Becker’s ASC Review – After years of hospital employment growth, some physicians are reconsidering independence as bureaucracy, renegotiation challenges, and satisfaction gaps weigh on system jobs.
