The 2024 State of Locum Tenens Report examines the role of locum tenens in addressing the staffing shortage in today’s healthcare market, highlighting how healthcare organizations are using locum providers to fill gaps in coverage and prevent revenue loss.
It also explores how healthcare facilities are using locums as a strategy to reduce burnout among permanent staff while supporting a more flexible and scalable staffing model. In addition, the report includes a locum tenens provider profile and a list of the highest-demand locum tenens specialties.
Key takeaways:
- Locum tenens usage is rising, with many healthcare organizations relying on locum providers as a solution to their staffing challenges.
- Common concerns include the higher cost of using locum providers; however, when billed for correctly, locum tenens physicians can increase revenue for healthcare facilities.
- Although there is a higher administrative burden in managing locum providers, they are critical for filling staffing gaps, especially in rural and underserved areas.
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