Optimizing the Role of APPs in NM Practice-Deena Rodney Presentation

Deena Rodney Presentation

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The document outlines a strategy to implement a team-based approach, incorporating Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), to enhance neuromuscular care delivery. The initiative aims to improve patient experience, communication, and access to care while alleviating provider burnout. Current utilization of APPs varies across medical groups and practices, with the potential to enhance efficiency and clinical outcomes by integrating them more effectively into care pathways. <br /><br />Key objectives include improving referrals from general neurology to neuromuscular specialists, implementing team-based care models, and employing APPs to manage workload and reduce burnout. The document highlights issues like long wait times, provider exhaustion, and complicated treatment plans, alongside an aging population, as challenges in healthcare that need addressing.<br /><br />Data show that physician burnout and shortages in neurology impact patient access, with average wait times for appointments increasing over the years. APPs are presented as a viable solution, with evidence suggesting that their involvement can improve care access, efficiency, and quality while reducing emergency care needs.<br /><br />Despite potential benefits, barriers remain, such as healthcare cultures not universally embracing APPs, and the costs and delays associated with onboarding. Standardized training and referral processes are recommended to improve care consistency and communication. Additionally, incorporating patient education through APP involvement could enhance clinical outcomes and patient trust.<br /><br />The document concludes by stressing the need for a collaborative provider team to address these issues effectively, ensuring better access to care and patient satisfaction. There is a call for feedback on the initiative via the AANEM app, and information is provided for attendees to claim educational credits related to the session.

Keywords

team-based approach

Advanced Practice Providers

neuromuscular care

provider burnout

patient experience

care pathways

referrals

healthcare challenges

physician shortages

collaborative team