According to a recent survey, the top three challenges cited by U.S. physicians are:

• managing shifting reimbursement models with payors (91%)
• financial management (90%)
• spending time with patients (88%)

Source: "Survey: Physicians Reveal Top Challenges, Financial Management Concerns and Focus Areas for Next 3-5 Years ," Wolters Kluwer Health Press Release, July 16, 2013, http://www.wolterskluwerhealth.com/News/Pages/Survey-Physicians-Reveal-Top-Challenges,-Financial-Management-Concerns-and-Focus-Areas-for-Next-3-5-Years-.aspx