SURVEY BACKGROUND

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Each year, BFMV surveys physicians to collect the most useful unrestricted call coverage burden and compensation data. 

In 2026, we received responses from over 1,200 physicians across a wide range of specialties, geographies, demographic settings, and employers. As a result of our direct-to-physician approach, we collect unique on-call burden and compensation information, much of which is unavailable from other survey resources, including the following:

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• Compensation (hourly and per 24-hour shift)

• Weekend/holiday differentials

• Days on-call per month

• Average phone call volume per 24-hour shift

• Required in-person response time

• Number of facilities covered per shift

• Average in-person visits per shift

• Average hours of telemedicine services per call shift

• Whether clinic visits / elective procedures are permitted while on call

• Other opportunities to generate income (professional billings, activation fees, productivity credit)