During the pandemic, many private practice surgeons, like Dr. Russ Juno in Texas, faced significant drops in revenue. Some had to furlough employees, cut salaries, or take on debt to survive. Dr. Juno was able to keep his practice open by applying for a loan through the CARES Act. Others, like Dr. Lindsay Fox in California, made the difficult decision to close their practices due to financial strain. Surgeons also face challenges with declining reimbursement rates, increasing overhead costs, and upcoming Medicare reimbursement cuts. Despite the financial challenges, many surgeons are determined to continue fighting to keep their practices alive.
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How Private Practice Surgeons Are Faring During COVID-19
