Collaborating With Advanced Practice Providers: Impact and Opportunity

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Healthcare Management
• Patient Care Delivery

Background:

• Access to coordinated, high-quality cancer care remains a challenge for many patients.
• Anticipated workforce shortages in oncology necessitate innovative solutions.
• Advanced practice providers (APPs) are recognized as key to bridging the gap in oncology services.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the integral role of APPs in team-based oncology care.
• To emphasize the importance of optimizing APP roles for cost-effectiveness and functional performance.
• To underscore the potential of APPs to enhance value-based care in oncology.

Main Methods:

• Review of existing literature on APP roles in oncology.
• Analysis of collaborative care models involving APPs.
• Assessment of APP impact beyond direct patient care.

Main Results:

• Studies show significant patient, physician, and APP satisfaction with collaborative care models.
• APPs are well-positioned to enhance value for patients in the oncology setting.
• The full scope of APP impact extends beyond direct patient care.

Conclusions:

• Effective oncologist-APP partnerships are essential for optimal, value-centered cancer care.
• Innovative care delivery approaches are necessary to ensure patient access amidst rapid progress in cancer treatment.
• Optimizing APP integration is vital for cost-effective and high-quality oncology services.