Industry News – September 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 Independence is Making a Comeback — Why ASCs are Leading the Way
Becker’s ASC Review – Physician independence is showing signs of a comeback, increasingly through MSOs, physician networks and ASC ownership platforms that provide scale while preserving autonomy.
Physicians Compensation Report 2026
Doximity – Physician pay rose 2% in 2025, while surgical specialties continued to lead compensation and primary care demand remained strong.
Pay Changes for Millennial Physicians by Specialty
Becker’s Hospital Review – More than half of millennial physicians reported receiving pay increases, though 67% believe they are underpaid.
Report on Physician Employment Trends and Practice Acquisitions
Physician Advocacy Institute – Physician employment and practice ownership by hospitals and corporate entities continued rising through 2026, with 82% of physicians now employed and 63.9% of practices non-physician owned.
