Researchers sought to examine national- and county-level buprenorphine prescription patterns by patient demographics and clinician specialty, and county-level characteristics associated with buprenorphine dispensing.
A total of 41.4% of PAs had symptoms of burnout, but 65.3% were satisfied with work-life integration.
We surveyed our nurse practitioner and physician assistant audience to assess the impact of the 2019 novel coronavirus on their clinical practice.
Two friends reflect on their decision to step back from the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic and whether they made the right choice.
David E. Mittman, PA, DFAAPA, president and chair of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Board of Directors, spoke with Clinical Advisor about the association’s legislative wins and advocacy work during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in the United States.
As a result of the 2019 novel coronavirus, nurse practitioners and physician assistants can now conduct telehealth services outside of rural areas for patients utilizing Medicare.
The Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act authorize PAs and NPs to order home healthcare services for Medicare patients.
To comply with Medicare and Medicaid regulations updated in September 2019, the Joint Commission is removing the term “licensed independent practitioner” from hospital restraint and seclusion standards.
Between 2017 and 2018, the number of certified PAs increased by 6.6% and the average annual salary increased by 12.4%.
How should clinicians combat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in their practice settings?
