The common models
- Billing only. You bill payers and keep the collections. The center pays nothing.
- Billing plus a stipend. The center pays a top-up when collections don't cover your costs.
- Per-day or per-hour rate. The center pays you directly and may bill for anesthesia itself.
Work out what you need
- Estimate cases per day and units per case
- Apply the center's payer mix to get expected collections
- Compare with what it costs you to staff the room, including your pay, insurance and billing
- The gap, if any, is what you ask the center to cover
See anesthesia stipends and payer mix.
Be careful with arrangements
Payments between anesthesia groups and facilities can raise legal issues. Have a healthcare lawyer review any deal.
This article is general information, not billing, legal or tax advice. Payer rules change; always check current guidance.
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