Neurohospitalist Practice, Perspectives, Compensation, and Career Satisfaction – Report of the 2024 Neurohospitalist Society Survey

Background and Purpose: A national survey was conducted among members of the Neurohospitalist Society (NHS) to characterize updated practice patterns, perspectives, compensation, and career satisfaction of neurohospitalists in the U.S. Methods: Between March and May 2024, a 96-question online survey was distributed. Findings were compared to those from a similar NHS survey conducted in 2016. Results: 143 neurohospitalists completed the survey (response rate 19%). 80% had some fellowship training, with vascular neurology (35%) and neurohospitalist (17%) being most common. 60% were ≤10 years out of completion of training, and 68% had ≤10 years of practice experience. 76% worked in academic medical centers and 24% in community hospitals. Cerebrovascular disease, seizure, and delirium/encephalopathy were the 3 most common neurological diagnoses seen in the inpatient setting. The most frequent work schedule (≥44%) was 7 days on/7 days off. The most common compensation model was base salary plus incentives (≥58%). For neurohospitalists working for academic medical centers, median total annual compensation was $299 250 (IQR $100 000). For neurohospitalists with non-academic employers, median total compensation was $367 000 (IQR $98 000). 70% of academic neurohospitalists and 53% of community neurohospitalists reported working with non-physician practitioners (NPPs). Although 64% of neurohospitalists reported having experienced burnout, 91% agreed that they find their clinical work personally rewarding. Conclusions: This survey, the largest to date among neurohospitalists, confirms that neurohospitalists remain a diverse, relatively young workforce with national presence. When compared to the 2016 survey, neurohospitalist compensation has increased.