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Eric C Olsen1, Sydney L Proffer2, Heidi B Donnelly3
1Wellstar Health System, Kennestone Hospital Graduate Medical Education, Marietta, Georgia.
Background:
Policy changes to Mohs micrographic surgery board certification eligibility and population shifts in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic have significant implications for the accessibility of Mohs micrographic surgeons across the United States.
Objective:
To examine the geographic distribution of micrographic surgery providers considering recent population trends and assess the impact of certification eligibility changes and population shifts on accessibility.
Methods And Materials:
Medicare claims data were utilized to identify micrographic surgery providers. Surgeon densities were calculated per 100,000 people by county and state. Population changes were analyzed using US census data.
Results:
Practicing micrographic surgeons were concentrated in metropolitan and nonmetropolitan areas. Overall, 80.4% of counties lacked micrographic surgery providers, with rural areas being the most underserved. Population changes varied among states.
Conclusion:
Shifts in micrographic surgery certification requirements, US population distribution, and micrographic surgeon location emphasize challenges in accessibility, especially in rural areas across the United States.
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