Medical Director Salary in the United States
How much does a Medical Director make in the United States? The average Medical Director salary in the United States is $279,207 as of September 26, 2019, but the range typically falls between $255,085 and $305,959. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities
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Job Description
Medical Director plans and directs all aspects of an organization's medical policies, standards, and programs. Responsible for strategic clinical relationships with physicians and interns. Being a Medical Director ensures all clinical programs are in compliance with all applicable regulations. Researches and studies current medical publications and data on new treatments and practices to ensure high quality clinical service offerings. Additionally, Medical Director advises non medical management on clinical and patient related matters and policies. Requires a MD degree. Typically reports to top management. The Medical Director manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Medical Director typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2019 Salary.com)
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| Job Title Associate Medical Director | Experience | EducationMD | Salary Compared to This Job |
| Job Title Graduate Medical Education Director | Experience | EducationAdvanced | Salary Compared to This Job |
| Job Title Medical Billing Specialist | Experience 1 - 3 | EducationHigh School | Salary Compared to This Job |
| Job Title Medical Management Director | Experience | EducationBachelors | Salary Compared to This Job |
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