ASGE Annual GI Advanced Practice Provider Course (On-Demand) - Onboarding (Day One)

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In this document, Dr. Vivek Kaul discusses the collaborative relationship between advanced practice providers (APPs) and physicians in the field of gastroenterology. He highlights the value of APPs in GI practice and describes the necessary components of a successful collaboration, such as mutual trust and respect. The document also addresses the liability of physicians for acts or omissions by their collaborating APPs and provides strategies for mitigating this risk. Common malpractice claims related to APPs include inadequate supervision and improper diagnosis. The document emphasizes the need for physicians to check APP credentials, adhere to state and institutional regulations, and provide appropriate training and supervision. <br /><br />The case for APP/physician collaboration is presented, highlighting the benefits of increased access to care and improved patient satisfaction. The document outlines the different models of collaboration depending on the needs of the practice, including outpatient, inpatient, and mixed models. The shared/split service model and "incident-to" billing are discussed in terms of reimbursement and documentation requirements. <br /><br />Key principles for successful collaboration between APPs and physicians are identified, including practice buy-in, trust, respect, partnership, and clear performance expectations. Strategies to build APP-physician collaboration are outlined, such as inclusion in practice discussions, open communication, professional development opportunities, and periodic performance reviews. The document also emphasizes the importance of academic and scholarly productivity in the collaboration, including involvement in national society roles, clinical research, leadership, and community engagement.<br /><br />Overall, the document emphasizes the value and potential of the APP-physician collaborative model in gastroenterology practice and provides guidance on how to establish and maintain successful collaborations.

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Vivek Kaul, MD, FASGE

Keywords

collaborative relationship

advanced practice providers

physicians

gastroenterology

mutual trust

malpractice claims

APP credentials

access to care

models of collaboration

academic productivity