What are the main factors that influence a Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary?

A Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Physician Practice Operations Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $88,988, a Physician Practice Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $161,359, a Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice (5+ years)earns $456,633, a Chief Executive Officer - Physician Practice (5+ years)earns $653,554,

What are the highest paying states for a Physician Practice Operations Manager?

Physician Practice Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician Practice Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $161,359, California $160,747, Massachusetts $158,604. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician Practice Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Physician Practice Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Chief Executive Officer - Physician Practice: $590,276; Finance Director - Physician Practice: $152,381; Physician Practice Administrative Manager: $145,800; Medical Practice Administrative Manager: $145,740; Nursing Manager - Physician Practice: $104,271.

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Physician Practice Operations Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Physician Practice Operations Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician Practice Operations Manager in District of Columbia is $161,359 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, a Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $194,983
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,345 to $178,959
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,391

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Physician Practice Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,959	$14,913	$3,442	$86
Average	$161,359	$13,447	$3,103	$78
25th Percentile	$138,345	$11,529	$2,660	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Physician Practice Operations Manager Salaries

A Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Physician Practice Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician Practice Operations Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Physician Practice Operations Supervisor (3-5 years): $88,988
Physician Practice Operations Manager (5+ years): $161,359
Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice (5+ years): $456,633
Chief Executive Officer - Physician Practice (5+ years): $653,554

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Physician Practice Operations Supervisor	3-5 years	$88,988
Physician Practice Operations Manager	5+ years	$161,359
Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice	5+ years	$456,633
Chief Executive Officer - Physician Practice	5+ years	$653,554

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How Do Physician Practice Operations Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Physician Practice Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $161,359.
California: $160,747.
Massachusetts: $158,604.

District of Columbia $161,359 California $160,747 Massachusetts $158,604 Washington $158,022 New Jersey $157,963 Alaska $157,759 Connecticut $155,748 New York $154,932

Hawaii $152,323 Rhode Island $151,099 Maryland $150,268 Minnesota $149,132 Colorado $148,694 Illinois $148,549 Oregon $147,995 Delaware $147,587

New Hampshire $147,330 Virginia $146,756 Pennsylvania $145,080 Nevada $144,235 North Dakota $143,958 Michigan $143,521 Wisconsin $143,361 Vermont $143,040

Texas $142,151 Maine $142,093 Arizona $142,005 Ohio $141,903 Georgia $140,562 Indiana $139,892 Wyoming $139,761 Utah $139,557

Iowa $139,469 Kansas $138,770 Louisiana $138,566 North Carolina $138,493 Missouri $138,464 Florida $137,895 Montana $137,589 Nebraska $137,298

Kentucky $137,138 South Carolina $136,555 Tennessee $136,190 Idaho $136,045 New Mexico $134,981 Oklahoma $134,748 Alabama $133,888 South Dakota $132,445

Arkansas $131,658 West Virginia $131,235 Mississippi $129,967

Top Paying Cities for Physician Practice Operations Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $161,359
Washington: $161,359
Naval Anacost Annex: $161,359

Parcel Return Service, DC $161,359 Washington, DC $161,359 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $161,359 Washington Navy Yard, DC $161,359

Physician Practice Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician Practice Operations Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$138,345

Average $161,359/year

$178,959

$11,529

Average $13,447/month

$14,913

$2,660

Average $3,103/week

$3,442

$67

Average $78/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,959	$14,913	$3,442	$86
Average	$161,359	$13,447	$3,103	$78
25th Percentile	$138,345	$11,529	$2,660	$67

Physician Practice Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Physician Practice Operations Manager

Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice

Chief Executive Officer - Physician Practice

For a Physician Practice Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $456,633 - a projected growth of 183% over your current level.

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