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EPISODE · May 19, 2025 · 7 MIN

Smarter Podiatry Compensation Plans That Retain Talent

from Don Pelto, DPM - Podiatry Practice Mastery · host Don Pelto, DPM

How do you fairly compensate associate doctors while keeping your practice profitable and attractive for long-term growth? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into different compensation models for podiatrists, share insights from a recent mastermind discussion, and reveal a simple calculator I built to make these decisions easier. You’ll also learn how I approach balancing doctor satisfaction, practice profitability, and long-term growth toward the $1,000,000 production goal.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeComparing 30% vs. 35% associate compensation modelsWhen to deduct costs like orthotics, grafts, and expensive treatmentsUsing my AI-assisted calculator to plan salaries and bonusesStrategies for reducing patient volume while increasing revenue per visitWhy You Should ListenIf you're running a podiatry practice or working as an associate, understanding the right compensation strategy can make a huge difference. This episode gives you practical frameworks to pay fairly, keep associates motivated, and ensure the practice thrives.Key Topics Covered[0:03] Discussing associate compensation models and retention strategies[0:52] Comparing 35% payout models vs. simpler 30% structures[1:49] Handling deductions for orthotics, grafts, Qutenza, and other high-cost items[3:37] How I built an AI-powered compensation calculator to simplify decisions[5:05] Reaching the $1,000,000 production goal with optimized visit values[6:11] Factoring time off, leave, and salary expectations into compensation[7:17] Why producing more per visit beats seeing more patients[7:39] Offering access to my free calculator for smarter compensation planning👉 Tune in to learn how I structure associate compensation, optimize profitability, and create win-win solutions for doctors and practices alike.Associate Compensation Calculator

How do you fairly compensate associate doctors while keeping your practice profitable and attractive for long-term growth? In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I dive into different compensation models for podiatrists, share insights from a recent mastermind discussion, and reveal a simple calculator I built to make these decisions easier. You’ll also learn how I approach balancing doctor satisfaction, practice profitability, and long-term growth toward the $1,000,000 production goal.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeComparing 30% vs. 35% associate compensation modelsWhen to deduct costs like orthotics, grafts, and expensive treatmentsUsing my AI-assisted calculator to plan salaries and bonusesStrategies for reducing patient volume while increasing revenue per visitWhy You Should ListenIf you're running a podiatry practice or working as an associate, understanding the right compensation strategy can make a huge difference. This episode gives you practical frameworks to pay fairly, keep associates motivated, and ensure the practice thrives.Key Topics Covered[0:03] Discussing associate compensation models and retention strategies[0:52] Comparing 35% payout models vs. simpler 30% structures[1:49] Handling deductions for orthotics, grafts, Qutenza, and other high-cost items[3:37] How I built an AI-powered compensation calculator to simplify decisions[5:05] Reaching the $1,000,000 production goal with optimized visit values[6:11] Factoring time off, leave, and salary expectations into compensation[7:17] Why producing more per visit beats seeing more patients[7:39] Offering access to my free calculator for smarter compensation planning👉 Tune in to learn how I structure associate compensation, optimize profitability, and create win-win solutions for doctors and practices alike.Associate Compensation Calculator

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