Neurosurgeons generate over $3 million for hospitals, on average according to a survey conducted by physician search firm Merritt Hawkins.
1. Neurosurgeons were one of the top paid specialists, earning $687,000 per year on average.
2. Neurosurgeons were among the highest revenue generating specialties for hospitals, generating $3,437,500 on average, up from $2,445,810 in 2016.
3. Neurosurgeons are in the "$3 million" club alongside cardiovascular surgeons, invasive cardiologists and orthopedic surgeons, generating over $3 million in yearly revenue for hospitals..