Interventional physiatry is a subspecialty within physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) that many physiatrists pursue. It began gaining traction in the 1990s and has since grown significantly, encompassing procedures performed under fluoroscopic and ultrasound guidance. Historically, it has been one of the most financially rewarding areas within PM&R. However, in recent years, some physiatrists have noted a decline in the number of procedures covered by insurance, along with reduced reimbursement rates. The field has also expanded to include regenerative therapies, which are typically not reimbursed by insurance providers. View our latest interventional and more job postings here
Top Ten Practice Search Tips in 10 Minutes!
On April 12, 2025, I had the privilege of presenting to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as part of their Virtual Course for Residents and New Graduates. I was invited to give a ten-minute talk on the practice search process. Given the limited time, I focused on the Top 10 PM&R Practice Search Tips. The talk covered key topics including the current physiatry job market, compensation trends, steps in the practice search, working with recruiters, interview strategies, and contract negotiation. I hope you find these insights helpful.
Here’s the link: Virtual Course for Residents & New Graduates
Business Considerations When Recruiting A Physiatrist
On May 19, 2025, I gave a presentation to the New York Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation on Business Considerations When Recruiting a Physiatrist. The presentation covered key aspects of the decision-making process involved in hiring a new physiatrist, important qualities to look for in a candidate, and an overview of various compensation models. I hope this is helpful to entities thinking about adding a new physiatrist.
How to Recruit Physiatrists in 2025
In 2025, recruiting physiatrists remains a significant challenge due to the growing physician shortage and an aging population. Demand for specialists continues to rise, and the shortage is worsening, according to Carey Goryl, CEO of the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR). Each year, the time required to fill open positions has increased.
At Farr Healthcare, Inc., we address these challenges through a comprehensive recruitment approach:
Strong Presence in the Physiatry Community
Farr Healthcare has built and maintains a strong presence in the physical medicine and rehabilitation community. Our ongoing networking efforts ensure that PM&R doctors turn to us when considering new opportunities. Consistent engagement with the field is critical to our success.
Extensive Database and Outreach
We maintain a robust database of physiatrists, complete with current, detailed contact information, allowing us to identify candidates quickly. We also engage physical medicine and rehabilitation residents and spine, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, etc. fellows annually and utilize modern communication tools, including email, social media, and texting.
Strategic Partnerships with Employers
Beyond recruitment methods, the characteristics of the practice opportunity significantly impact recruitment success. We collaborate closely with employers to present clear, comprehensive, and appealing descriptions of available positions, ensuring they resonate with PM&R candidates.
Focus on Work-Life Balance
Today’s physiatrists prioritize work-life balance. Opportunities offering flexible schedules, part-time options, supportive environments, and creative scheduling solutions — like week-on/week-off arrangements — are highly attractive. We highlight these features prominently in our recruitment materials.
Competitive Compensation
Attractive compensation packages are crucial. We encourage employers to adopt proactive strategies, including competitive salaries, loan guarantees, student loan repayment programs, and sign-on bonuses. Farr Healthcare stays up-to-date on compensation trends to help employers offer packages that meet the expectations of both new graduates and experienced physicians.
Cultural Alignment and Fit
We focus on ensuring that candidates align with the employer’s values and culture. With 30 years of experience, we excel at uncovering an employer’s core values through detailed initial interviews. On the candidate side, we conduct thorough interviews, including behavioral assessments, to ensure skills and cultural fit. Our tailored postings and campaigns are designed to attract the right candidates.
View our latest job postings here
Physiciatrist!
Checking the spelling, format and content of your curriculum vitae is critical! The spelling of physiatrist as physiciatrist is obviously wrong but may not be caught by Spell Check. A cv is often the first impression a potential employer has of you. A misspelled word on a resume can reflect carelessness and negatively impact your chances of getting hired. Reading your cv aloud can help you catch awkward phrasing or typos that you might otherwise miss. Consider having someone else review it. Typos can lead to miscommunication of your skills and qualifications, causing employers to misunderstand your experience. Studies have shown that cv’s with spelling errors can have lower interview probabilities and hiring probabilities. If a typo is pointed out during an interview, acknowledge it and explain that you’ve made a mistake and are committed to being more careful in the future. If you notice a typo after submitting your cv, you can consider sending a revised version with a brief note explaining the error. Feel free to contact us anytime to review your cv.
AAP Meeting- I can’t believe who I saw there!
I had the pleasure of seeing Noah Gorelick, M.D. at the AAP meeting. He is the son of an executive I used to work with a long time ago. What a small world!
Exciting News . . The new Farr Healthcare, Inc. Website
Great news! The website for Farr Healthcare, Inc. is now new and improved. Our website includes a comprehensive list of practice opportunities as Farr Healthcare, Inc. works with most national rehab systems, private practices and some academic programs. The website has information to help you through the practice search process as either a physiatrist looking for work or if you want to add a physiatrist. Of course, we’re always available to talk directly to help you through the process.
There are now several ways to identify practice opportunities from the home page to include clicking on the top tab that says Openings. You can now select interventional versus general PM&R jobs as well. Other ways to find jobs on the Home Page are by clicking on a list of states OR using a map OR a list of all jobs (on the far left in the Current Openings section) OR clicking on the tab on the bottom left hand side.
There’s also a section mid-page that highlights the most recent job addition.
You can now contact Farr Healthcare several ways if you’re looking for a job, the most obvious is a button on the far right-hand side of the screen.
Employers can contact Farr Healthcare from the Home Page or by clicking on the top button labelled Employer Services.
As always, you can subscribe to receive releases about new openings by entering your email towards the bottom of the home page. As a benefit, you will automatically receive a Physiatry Contract Negotiation checklist.
A tab for Resources for billing, practice management, contract review, coaching, EMR’s, licensing and immigration lawyers may be found on the home page in the lower left-hand corner.
Blogs are released on an ongoing basis and can be found by clicking on the Physiatry News button on the top of the Home Page.
On the bottom right-hand side of the pages are links to information about physician recruitment services, interview and job searching, practice management, contract negotiation and compensation.
I look forward to hearing from you via the new website!
MIPS in a Minute – Hospital-based Physiatrists
The Medicare MIPS Program is unnecessarily complex and unwieldy for hospital-based physiatrists, who often have minimal support staff. Failure to report MIPS in 2024 can result in a 10% Medicare PENALTY in 2026. However, successfully reporting MIPS in 2024 can result in a 10% BONUS in 2026! The 10% penalty or bonus has a tremendous impact on hospital-based physiatry practices, because 60% to 70% of patients have Medicare as their primary insurance. There are many resources available – from the CMS MIPS Help Desk to private registry companies. However, in my experience, they lack understanding of hospital-based practices, and are focused primarily on outpatient practices. This article will outline the steps I recommend for hospital-based physiatrists to achieve success in meeting the requirements of Medicare’s MIPS program, and thereby earn a lucrative bonus.
Reporting for Past Years
First, establish a chronology of how your practice has dealt with MIPS reporting in past years.
– Based on reporting for 2022, are you receiving a Medicare penalty or bonus in 2024? Ask your billing personnel for a current Medicare Remittance Advice, and you will know instantly.
– Based on reporting for 2023, will you receive a penalty or bonus in 2025? You should check a Remittance Advice for the upcoming 2025 year.
Current Year Reporting (2024)
Reporting MIPS in 2024, which will result in a penalty or bonus in 2026, involves the following 4 categories:
- Quality (30%) – This category is the most important, and the one you can easily control. I recommend reporting a Specialty set via a Registry.
- Improvement Activities (15%) – There is a comprehensive list of available Improvement Activities to report. Since you are probably already performing these activities, all you need to do is select 2 of them.
- Promoting Interoperability – aka EHR- (25%) – You are probably classified as a “small practice” by Medicare, which means that you do not need to report this category and the 25% will be redistributed to the other 3 categories.
- Cost (30%) – Cost is calculated by Medicare so there is nothing for you to report.
The summary above is a general outline and provides an overview of the MIPS program. With some effort, hospital-based physiatrists can not only meet the requirements of the MIPS program, but also earn a lucrative bonus!
This article was contributed by Mr. Bruno Stillo, Physiatry Billing Specialists, 800-835-4482, http://physiatrymedicalbilling.com/
They specialize in Inpatient Physiatry Medical Billing for 20 years. All of their clients are on staff at acute care rehabilitation facilities. If you are starting a new practice, they can set up everything for you. If you have an existing practice, and want to improve your billing system, they can clean up your old receivables, and ensure that new billings are done professionally.
The Top 10 Skills To Highlight On Your PM&R Curriculum Vitae
The goal of your physiatry curriculum vitae is to make you stand out as the best candidate for a practice opportunity! How do you do this? The best way is to know what the employer wants and tailor-make your cv to address your professional characteristics that match them. Sometimes the physiatry job description tells you what the employer is looking for in the new candidate. Farr Healthcare tries to provide as much information posssible about physiatry jobs. Information about practice opportunities with Farr Healthcare, Inc. can be found here.
Finding out what an employer wants isn’t always possible before you present your cv but you can still make your cv shine compared to other cv’s. It’s most efficient if you track your accomplishments along your career path but most people usually don’t keep their cv up-to-date. So, try to make a mental note to update your cv at the time of each accomplishment. Here are ten key skills that will make your cv the best possible:
Leadership: This goes without saying. Any position that you have that involves physical medicine and rehabilitation leadership should be so noted. And, it need not only be professional as it can be a leadership position in your personal life. Examples: Chief Resident, Medical Director, Chair of the Clinic Work on a Mission Trip to Kenya, M.B.A., Director of Brain Injury Medicine
Clinical Expertise: If you have been in a position where you started a new program, be it at a new rehab hospital or a new pain management program at an acute care hospital, make sure to note this in a bullet underneath the job listing. If you have been instrumental in a successful CARF-certification, this should be included on your cv as an example of your clinical expertise. If you are accredited by a well-recognized organization this too should be on your cv. Examples: Served as Medical Director for a brand new freestanding independent acute rehabilitation hospital, Best Rehab Hospital in the Region (based on a corporation’s statistics), Voted Best Resident, Highest SAE Score Award
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The ability to work well with others is always a highly-rated skill. Your cv should list any PM&R committee work. Examples: Served on the Quality Oversight Committee, Medical Executive Committee President
Patient-Centered Care: Sometimes physiatry employers search the web for a doctor’s patient reviews or patient review scores. If your reviews or scores stand out, save them the time and include this information on your cv. Examples: Rated 5/5 by U.S. New and World Report Patient Satisfaction, Castle Connolly Top Doctor, Top Women in Medicine
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Techniques: If you have some unique PM&R skills, include them on your cv. If you’re an interventionalist, it’s helpful to list the procedures you ro on your cv. Examples: Proficient in spinal cord stimulator trials, vertebroplasty, percutaneous discectomy, intrathecal baclofen pump management
Diagnostic Skills: Emphasize your physical medicine proficiency in using diagnostic tools and methods, including electromyography (EMG), and other diagnostic procedures relevant to physiatry.
Pain Management: Illustrate your expertise in managing chronic pain through both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods, including injections, physical therapy, and alternative therapies. Example: Member of Scientific Advisory Board, Member of Spine Society(s)
Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Highlight any involvement in research activities, clinical trials, or contributions to evidence-based practice that demonstrate your commitment to advancing the field of physiatry.
Communication Skills: If you speak an international language such as Spanish, make sure to include this on your cv. Presentations that you have done should also be on your cv. Examples: Outstanding Oral Presentation, NYU Scholarly Day; Introduction to Spinal Cord Injury Residency Lecture Series, Miami
Continued Education and Certification: Mention any additional PM&R certifications, fellowships, or continuing education that contribute to your ongoing professional development and expertise in physiatry. Example Board Certified in Worker’s Compensation in NY State, Fluoro-licensed in CA, Medical Education Research Certificate
One of the doctors who had success finding a great practice opportunity with Farr Healthcare, Inc.’s advice says:
“It is with great pleasure that I offer Linda Farr my recommendation for her excellent work in physician recruiting and placement. Ms. Farr is extremely capable and knowledgeable in her chosen field of work. She is unfailingly courteous, cheerful, prompt and helpful.” S. Parameshwaran, M.D.
For more details on how to make a great cv, watch Linda Farr’s video “What’s Wrong With These Curriculum Vitae? – A Primer On How To Prepare Your Curriculum Vitae.
Tailoring these skills to your personal experiences and achievements can help you create the most compelling and effective CV! Contact us today to start your practice search journey with Farr Healthcare, Inc.
Why Choose Farr Healthcare for Physiatry Recruitment?
Farr Healthcare, Inc. has over 40 years of experience in physician recruitment, including 25+ years dedicated exclusively to physiatry, Farr Healthcare offers unparalleled expertise and resources in the field. Founded over 20 years ago, our firm has been a leader in providing physiatry recruitment services.
What Sets Us Apart To Help You Find a Physiatry Practice Opportunity:
Farr Healthcare, Inc is a small company which goes the extra mile, nurtures relationships with physiatrists to the end of a successful practice search and provides consistent, high-quality service.
- Specialization in Physiatry Recruitment: Farr Healthcare, Inc. specializes exclusively in PM&R recruitment, which sets us apart from generalist recruitment firms. Physiatry recruitment is all we do which is unlike the vast majority of other recruitment firms out there. We know the lingo, we know what information to ferret out from employers, we know how to glean the pro’s and con’s of the jobs as they relate to your interests.
- Extensive Experience: With over 30 years in physiatry recruitment and former experience working in the largest rehab system, Linda Farr and the team have one of the longest tenures in physiatry recruitment and offer deep industry knowledge and insights. This experience enables us to help you like no one else can. Based on our past experience working within a rehab system, our core ambition is to place you where you will be the most happy as will your employer also.
- Comprehensive Service: We offer thorough information upfront about physical medicine and rehab practice opportunities, helping physiatrists make informed decisions without wasting time on unsuitable positions. We get answers from the employer to any questions you might have so you can decide if it’s worth your time to interview. We do not provide your cv to an employer unless we have had a conversation with you, provided information about the practice opportunity(s) to you, and then only when you give us approval to provide the employer(s) with your cv.
- Honest and Transparent Approach: We pride ourselves on being upfront, honest, and reliable. We do not push unsuitable positions and provide honest answers to questions.
- Personalized Service: Farr Healthcare, Inc. is usually available days, nights, and weekends to respond to inquiries and provide prompt feedback on the status of practice opportunities. Feel free to contact us anytime be it to find a job, consult on a job you’re considering outside of our services or just to talk about the current job market.
- Exclusive Opportunities: Some physiatry practice opportunities are exclusively represented by Farr Healthcare, Inc., ensuring unique access for physiatrists looking for a job.
- No Cost to the Candidate: There is no charge to you, and you are not bound to work exclusively with Farr Healthcare, Inc.
- Goal of Candidate Happiness: Our aim is to match you with positions that best suit your interests and ensure you are happy in your new role.
Contact us today start your journey with Farr Healthcare, Inc.!
What Sets Us Apart To Help You Find a Physiatrist:
In essence, Farr Healthcare, Inc. positions itself as a specialized, experienced, and dedicated partner for physiatrists seeking new practice opportunities, offering personalized and transparent recruitment services.
- Extensive Resources: Our database includes detailed profiles of over 13,400 physiatrists, featuring practice preferences, geographic locations, and contact details such as emails and cell phone numbers.
- Immediate Outreach: Upon initiating your search, we promptly engage potential candidates through targeted email campaigns.
- Industry Visibility: As the foremost professional recruiter in physiatry, we maintain strong connections with PM&R physicians actively seeking new opportunities.
- Effective Marketing: Your physical medicine and rehabilitation practice opportunity will be prominently featured on our website, a trusted resource for physiatry job listings and recruitment information.
- Engagement with Trainees: We proactively communicate with residents and fellows, ensuring a pipeline of emerging talent for your consideration.
- Conference Participation: We attend the national physiatry meetings annually, inviting clients to join us and providing valuable insights into industry trends.
- Time Savings: We streamline the candidate screening and qualification process, allowing you to focus on other critical aspects of your practice.
- Insightful Recommendations: Leveraging decades of experience, we offer invaluable insights into the qualifications and suitability of available physiatrists.
- Competitive Financial Services: Our services are designed to be cost-effective, providing excellent value for your recruitment investment.
Make a contact today to Farr Healthcare, Inc. to start a productive physiatry search!
Testimonials of our truly remarkable Physiatry placement service from employers:
- “It is with great pleasure that I offer Linda Farr my recommendation for her excellent work in physician recruiting and placement. Ms. Farr is extremely capable and knowledgeable in her chosen field of work. She is unfailingly courteous, cheerful, prompt and helpful.”
– S. Parameshwaran, M.D. - “You have a great reputation and we are lucky to have your help! ”
– Ron Bingham, M.D - “Linda Farr has provided exemplary work for my hospital, as well as several of the other HealthSouth hospitals across the country. She recently helped us place an outpatient PM&R physician. What I have appreciated most about Linda is her commitment to me as the client, as well as her commitment to the physician. Even after she had received her payment, Linda has continued to stay in contact with both of us to assure that the relationship was what we both had expected. She has offered to smooth out rough spots if need be and has done a fabulous job of keeping a pulse on our relationship, something that I would expect from a high-class recruiter.”
– Kristen DeHart, Administrator, HealthSouth, Overland Park, KS
Testimonials of our truly remarkable Physiatry placement service from physiatrists looking for work:
- “I appreciate your staying and keeping in touch with me. I really appreciate your help and will always mention you to other residents and fellows when they ask about recruiters. Other recruiters whom I had brief contract with were less than knowledgeable about the PM&R field.”
– Fred Newton, M.D. - “I wanted to thank you for all of your time and energy in helping me look for opportunities. I have been extremely busy with the fellowship so I know I have not always been easy to get a hold of. Thank you for your perseverance. I will definitely refer other PM&R people your way.”
– John Groner, M.D. - “Thanks for your email. Thank you for your time. You have a great company in my opinion.”
– Kevin Hsu, M.D. - “Linda was very helpful when I was searching for the right spot, and eventually decided to take the position I have been growing for the last eight years. I was very comfortable with her low-pressure approach and her knowledge of the ever-changing PM&R job market. It is good to see her at every PM&R Annual Assembly, just to say thanks.”
-Enrique Linan, M.D., Medical Director, Mission Hospital Rehab unit - “Your reputation as a reputable recruitment resource precedes you.”
-Giovanni David, M.D.