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Job outlook for medical practice managers in the United States
Medical practice manager job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected medical practice manager job growth rate is 28% from 2018-2028.
About 136,200 new jobs for medical practice managers are projected over the next decade.
Medical practice manager salaries have increased 8% for medical practice managers in the last 5 years.
There are over 44,800 medical practice managers currently employed in the United States.
There are 80,707 active medical practice manager job openings in the US.
The average medical practice manager salary is $108,938.
Are medical practice manager jobs in demand?
Medical practice manager job and salary trends over time
Medical practice manager jobs over time
Medical practice manager job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 44,800 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 41,289 | 0.01% |
| 2019 | 40,506 | 0.01% |
| 2018 | 38,225 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 35,590 | 0.01% |
Average medical practice manager salary over time
Medical practice manager salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $108,937 | $52.37 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $105,490 | $50.72 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $104,184 | $50.09 | +1.4% |
| 2022 | $102,743 | $49.40 | +1.9% |
| 2021 | $100,852 | $48.49 | +2.2% |
Medical practice manager jobs by state
Most common states for medical practice managers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 357 | 51% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 264 | 27% |
| 3 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,404 | 25% |
| 4 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,551 | 23% |
| 5 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,762 | 22% |
| 6 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 2,239 | 21% |
| 7 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 1,278 | 21% |
| 8 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 654 | 21% |
| 9 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 356 | 21% |
| 10 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 411 | 20% |
| 11 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,503 | 18% |
| 12 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 531 | 18% |
| 13 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 334 | 18% |
| 14 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 776 | 17% |
| 15 | California | 39,536,653 | 6,377 | 16% |
| 16 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 816 | 16% |
| 17 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 197 | 15% |
| 18 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 840 | 14% |
| 19 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 693 | 14% |
| 20 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 418 | 14% |
Most common cities for medical practice managers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kissimmee | 3 | 4% | $72,823 |
| 2 | Canton | 1 | 4% | $112,092 |
| 3 | Palm Bay | 2 | 2% | $72,513 |
| 4 | Monterey Park | 1 | 2% | $117,957 |
| 5 | Titusville | 1 | 2% | $73,228 |
| 6 | Winter Garden | 1 | 2% | $73,110 |
| 7 | Buena Park | 1 | 1% | $117,393 |
| 8 | Palmdale | 1 | 1% | $119,025 |
| 9 | Los Angeles | 3 | 0% | $118,215 |
| 10 | Detroit | 1 | 0% | $115,332 |
| 11 | Fresno | 1 | 0% | $124,764 |
| 12 | Irvine | 1 | 0% | $116,751 |
| 13 | Miami | 1 | 0% | $70,561 |
| 14 | Orlando | 1 | 0% | $72,966 |
Medical Practice Manager job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of medical practice manager experts
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Indiana University Northwest
Weber State University
Binghamton University
Manchester University
Dawn Riess Ph.D., RN, ACUE
Assistant ProfessorTexas A&M University - Central Texas
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research And Clinical Nursing
What will help Medical Practice Managers increase their earning potential?
Dawn Riess Ph.D., RN, ACUE: The nursing shortage is an ongoing issue. As the number of nurses decreases, the pay scale increases. Having a varied background in nursing care makes you more marketable. Know your worth by researching what nurses make in different fields and then voice your pay expectations. Advancement is possible in many areas of nursing care. The hospital setting is usually the highest paying employer, as that is where a large percentage of nurses are needed. Having a minimum of a bachelor's degree is required for ongoing advancement. Choosing a specialty (ICU, OR, ED, Cath lab, etc.) area in nursing will also increase your salary potential. Taking advantage of any certifications will also increase your salary and marketability.
Pawn Johnson-Hunter MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GERO- BC, CM/DN
Nurse Educator, Nclex Mentor/CoachWhat general advice would you give to a Medical Practice Manager?
Pawn Johnson-Hunter MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GERO- BC, CM/DN: A few ways to maximize earning potential as a new graduate nurse is through skillful negotiations and previous experience in healthcare, such as degree level, nurse externships, phlebotomy skills, or certifications. Many, if not all, employers appreciate that new graduates are equipped with clinical skills that are strongly recommended for the practice area. While many nurse certifications require experience, some are for entry-level, such as advanced life support (ACLS and PALS) and IV insertion. There are also some specialty practice certifications that new grads can obtain without years of experience; although they may recommend the experience at times, this is optional. All of this demonstrates the applicant's commitment to the profession and interest. Other ways are to work overtime hours, learn about clinical career ladders, or continue formal education.
Linda Galocy
Director and Assistant Dean, Clinical Associate ProfessorIndiana University Northwest
Health Information Management Programs
What skills stand out on Medical Practice Manager resumes?
Linda Galocy: Revenue Cycle Management, Data Analytics, Information Governance, Privacy and Security of health information.
What soft skills should all Medical Practice Managers possess?
Linda Galocy: Writing skills, communication, organization, the ability to multi-task, critical thinking skills.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Medical Practice Managers?
Linda Galocy: Technical skills are dependent on the job, but working with multiple types of software at one time is very common in the health information profession. Patient records are electronic. Therefore, the ability to learn and adapt to electronic health record systems is a must. In addition, supportive software is typically used in order to get the work done, such as an encoder, which allows a medical coder to assign codes to a patient record, a release of information system that is utilized for tracking requests for patient records from the time the request is received until it is complete. The ability for
+a health information professional to understand an entire process, such as the revenue cycle. There are many individuals involved in the process of obtaining payment for healthcare services rendered, and it is important for everyone to do their job, do it correctly, and when errors occur, work together to correct those errors.
What skills will help Medical Practice Managers earn the most?
Linda Galocy: Look for certifications. Health information professionals have two national certifications, the RHIT, and RHIA depending on the level of education that has been completed by a graduate. In addition, there are other certifications that a professional can obtain depending on their area of expertise. A clinical documentation improvement specialist can obtain a CDIP credential through AHIMA or a CCDS credential through ACDIS. AHIMA also provides certification in healthcare privacy and security, the CHPS, HIMSS offers the CAHIMS and CPHIMS credentials for professionals more focused on healthcare information and management of systems.
Dr. Sally Cantwell Ph.D.
Professor and Chair of Annie Taylor Dee School of NursingWeber State University
Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Medical Practice Manager job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Sally Cantwell Ph.D.: If I am understanding this question correctly, I believe the biggest trends you'll see in the job market will be work in critical care and mental health nursing positions for registered nurses and psych/mental health and gerontology in advanced practice roles.
Rachael Perry
Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management and Student AffairsBinghamton University
School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
What skills stand out on Medical Practice Manager resumes?
Rachael Perry: I think it is important that graduates are able to articulate their skills to employers beyond just listing them generically on a resume or CV. As a pharmacist, communication skills are essential but listing "strong communication skills" is something everyone can put on their resume. Giving specific examples, numbers, or quantifiable metrics to demonstrate that you actually have those skills is much better. You also want to be sure that your CV/resume and cover letter are pristine, free of grammatical and spelling errors, because that is likely going to be the first impression of your communication skills.
What experience really stands out on Medical Practice Manager resumes?
Michael Bottorff: As every pharmacy school has been offering the Doctor of Pharmacy degree since the year 2000, students need to consider how to acquire additional skills and experiences that make them stand out. Working with faculty on research projects is one way, particularly if that project results in a poster presentation or publication in a journal. Another option would be to consider graduating with an additional degree. Some pharmacy schools offer a combined Pharm.D./MBA degree. At Manchester, we offer the combined Pharm.D./Masters in Pharmacogenomics dual degree, and many students have already selected that option over the last few years. Another way to strengthen a resume is to consider post-graduate opportunities prior to entering the workforce; these could include pharmacy residencies, fellowships and a master's or Ph.D. in a specific pharmacy discipline, such as pharmacology or medicinal chemistry.