Advanced practice providers (APPs) are playing a rapidly growing role within Otolaryngology, increasing by 51% in number from 2012 to 2017, compared to just a 2.2% growth in otolaryngology physicians over the same time period. APPs can independently provide otolaryngologic services, bill Medicare under their own National Provider Identifier, and NPs can practice with full independence in 22 states and DC. With an aging population and a static national otolaryngology physician workforce, APPs may help fill gaps in patient access to otolaryngology care. However, there are significant challenges and limited data on (1) the utilization of APPs in otolaryngology care and (2) establishing a practice structure to support successful integration and engagement of APPs into team-based models of care. Lessons learned from practice environments incorporating APPs over the last decade offer opportunities to optimize timely, equitable otolaryngology care delivery particularly in the era of telemedicine.The goal of this interactive panel presentation is to understand the evolving role of APPs in otolaryngology care and strategies for successful integration into practice environments to increase patient access and satisfaction.
- Provider:American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Foundation
- Activity Link: http://media.mycrowdwisdom.com.s3.amazonaws.com/aao-hnsf/2023_Annual_Meeting_Webcasts/23AMW2409615.mp4
- Start Date: 2023-10-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-10-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
- MOC Credit Details: ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS)
- Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Yes
- Measured Outcome: Community/Population Health, Learner Competence, Learner Knowledge, Learner Performance, Patient Health
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: General Otolaryngology