Coming in 2026: PM&R Compensation Study
AAPM&R’s updated Compensation Survey will deliver the data physiatrists need to make confident decisions about their careers and practice. Your participation ensures that our specialty is understood, valued and fairly represented. Strong data means strong advocacy, stronger practices and a stronger future for PM&R.
Look for information on how to participate in early 2026.
Why a PM&R Compensation Study in 2026?
Building off the findings from our 2017 PM&R Compensation Study, AAPM&R is once again looking to capture accurate, specialty-specific data that reflects today’s physiatry workforce and strengthens how our value is understood across healthcare.
Learn more about the 2026 Compensation Survey in the December/January issue of The Physiatrist.
2017 PM&R Compensation Survey Report
This 250+ page document highlights key learnings and comprehensive, de-identified data collected from physiatrists, including median salaries, salary by practice area, demographic and production statistics, and more.
“Our compensation landscape is changing, and we need real data to guide real decisions. Your participation ensures that this study captures the true diversity of our practice settings and experiences, giving all of us clearer benchmarks for negotiation, planning and career growth. When you take the survey, you are strengthening a resource that helps every physiatrist move forward.”
— Maneesh Tiwari, MD, FAAPMR
Health Policy, Practice, & Advocacy Committee