FAQ

• I just retired from my practice; is locum tenens a fit for me?
Many providers who step back from the rigors of a busy day-to-day practice still enjoy practicing medicine on a limited basis. Locum Tenens allows you to control your schedule and choose the times and places to practice. It allows you the freedom to do what you enjoy – practice medicine – without the office headaches.
• How am I compensated?
Locum tenens providers are independent contractors, and competitive compensation is typically based on hourly shifts or daily terms. Providers are paid bi-weekly; medical liability, travel and lodging expenses are covered as needed.
• Am I responsible for providing my own malpractice insurance?
MDA has secured an Occurrence Form Malpractice Policy with A+ rated Medical Protective. The Occurrence Form insurance provides comprehensive coverage that does not require purchasing "tail" coverage. When you contract with Medical Doctor Associates you can practice medicine without concerns about your protection; you are covered today and in the future. It is that simple!
• What makes MDA different from the other locum tenens agencies?
Our employee-owners make the big difference. All employees have an ownership stake, and are committed to developing long lasting relationships with the providers who work with us.

A top-rated Occurrence Form Malpractice policy through The Medical Protective is another very important difference. MDA is the only national multi-specialty locum tenens organization that offers this level of protection. Medical Protective Insurance Company is rated A+ by A.M. Best and AAA by Standard & Poor. This level of protection removes the risk for you so you can have peace of mind.
• Does MDA provide health insurance for locum tenens providers?
Because providers work with MDA as independent contractor, MDA cannot legally provide benefits, including health insurance.
• What is the average length of a locum tenens assignment?
Assignments can be a single shift to several months based on the needs of the facility and the length of time the provider wants to work. Please talk to one of our staffing consultants to discuss your specific interest.
• Who pays for the travel and housing expenses?
The client needing locum tenens coverage pays for the travel and housing expenses, except in situations where the locum tenens provider lives locally. Your staffing consultant arranges your travel and housing through MDA’s in-house travel agency.
• How do I start the process?
Click here to contact one of MDA’s employee owners, or call MDA at 800.780.3500.