According to a recent WalletHub analysis, Rhode Island is one of the worst areas in the United States for physicians to work, ranking 50th out of 51. The only state that rated lower was Hawaii.
The research evaluated states using 19 major criteria, including salary, employment competitiveness, malpractice insurance costs, and medical board restrictions. Rhode Island performed badly in almost every area.
Doctors in the Ocean State confront financial issues, ranking 48th in average compensation and tied for 38th in malpractice claims. The state’s expected employment competitiveness rate is one of the highest by 2032, restricting prospects and salary increases.
Rhode Island ranks 42nd in terms of hospital quality, public health infrastructure, and regulations.
Montana, Indiana, and South Dakota topped the rankings due to higher pay, lesser competition, and superior healthcare systems.
Without changes to salary, infrastructure, and regulations, Rhode Island may continue to struggle to recruit and retain medical professionals.
“Setting up a practice in one of the best states for doctors can have a profound effect on your medical career,” said Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst. “Not only will you be working in top-quality medical facilities and earning high salaries, but you’ll be less likely to burn out and pay less for malpractice insurance.”
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