Compensation & taxes

Learn how state taxes work for locum tenens physicians, including resident vs. assignment state rules, local taxes, and common myths debunked.

This guide breaks down how rates are set, the crucial tax differences between W-2 and 1099 assignments, what’s bundled into contracts, and key questions to ask before signing.

See which physician specialties are earning more in 2026. Get expert insights on locum tenens pay trends, demand shifts, and year-over-year changes.

A plain-language breakdown of locum tenens physician assistant pay—how rates are set, W-2 vs. 1099, and what you can expect to make.

Which retirement plan is right for locum physicians? A CPA compares the key differences and advanced options for Solo 401(k) vs SEP-IRA.

What PA specialties are the most in-demand and what the pay rates are for those specialties.

What nurse practitioner specialties are the most in-demand and what the pay rates are for those specialties.

Here’s a look at the highest paying states for locum tenens physicians in 2026 and the reasons why locum pay is higher than average there.

The key differences between W‑2 and 1099 work for locum tenens, including pay, taxes, benefits, and how to choose the right assignment type.

With the help of a qualified tax professional, locum tenens taxes can be an easily managed part of a fulfilling career as a locums physician