VFlutter
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The term mid-level provider or practitioner has been frequently used, somewhat loosely, on the forum over the past few days and I think it would be good to have a discussion as to what makes a mid level provider.
Currently the DEA only recognizes two groups as mid level providers, NP and PA.
Is the title something granted based on the position you are in or does it suggest a higher status and authority?
For example, is anyone who functions in a position in-between that of a Physician and lower professional a mid-level provider or are there some criteria that must be met?
Here are some criteria that I think are required for a group to be considered mid-level providers:
So where do we set the bar or what are the minimum requirements?
Lets not turn this into a debate comparing professions.
Currently the DEA only recognizes two groups as mid level providers, NP and PA.
Is the title something granted based on the position you are in or does it suggest a higher status and authority?
For example, is anyone who functions in a position in-between that of a Physician and lower professional a mid-level provider or are there some criteria that must be met?
Here are some criteria that I think are required for a group to be considered mid-level providers:
- Graduate level education
- Prescriptive authority
- Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat
- Ability to bill for services
- Ability to perform advanced procedures? This is questionable
So where do we set the bar or what are the minimum requirements?
Lets not turn this into a debate comparing professions.