Becker's Healthcare June 13, 2024
Approximately 89% of advanced practice providers in the U.S. say they should be granted full independent prescribing authority, according to a new survey from provider insights company Sermo.
The survey, published June 7, polled more than 430 physician assistants and nurse practitioners and found that 97% believe they are key to addressing nationwide physician shortages.
The Association of American Medical Colleges predicts that the U.S. will face a shortage of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036.
About 34% of advanced practice providers are currently the most involved in...