The future of medicine – Nonphysician providers fill the gap

Description

Abstract: As all physician groups become more integrated, accountable and patient-centered, every clinician must practice “at the top of his or her license.” That’s why employing nonphysician providers (NPPs) is essential to improving productivity in a physician practice. This article looks at the role that NPPs might play in a practice, how they would work, and how to find them. A sidebar lists several reasons why physician practices — particularly those in primary care — are hiring NPPs.