Everything you needto know about locums.
1099 vs W-2 as a Locum Physician: What You Need to Know
Most locum tenens physicians work as 1099 independent contractors — but that's not automatic, and the implications are significant. Here's what changes, what you owe, and how to structure it correctly.
How Locum Tenens Credentialing Works
Credentialing is the part of locums most physicians dread — and the part most agencies handle poorly. Here's exactly what the process involves and how Falcon manages it.
What to Expect on Your First Locum Assignment
The first assignment is the hardest — not clinically, but logistically. Here's what to expect, what to ask before you go, and what Falcon handles so you don't have to figure it out yourself.
Locum Tenens Pay: What Drives Your Day Rate
Day rates vary widely by specialty, geography, and assignment type. Here's how locum compensation actually works and what factors move your rate up or down.
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