This issue brief describes study results showing that although there is an overall primary care physician shortage, much of it is mitigated by physician extenders–advanced practice nurses and physician assistants–who provide direct patient care often under the supervision of a physician. Read More
Maldistribution of physicians is a major issue as both specialists and primary care physicians tend to be clustered around urban areas and indications are that many portions of the state lack capacity to absorb additional primary care demand. Read More
Arkansas Health Care Workforce: A Guide for Policy Action, provides a vital resource for guiding the Arkansas Health System Improvement Initiative. Read More
Those most at risk for complications include infants and young children; pregnant women; older adults; those with weakened immune systems; and those with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes, and COPD.
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These graphics represent the current and potential future patchwork of primary sources of health insurance coverage for Arkansans based upon existing policy. Read More
