RIA: Analysis of PA SoP and Labor Demand in Healthcare Providers
Monday, May 19, 2025
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
CE: .5 AAPA Category 1 CME
Research in Action (RIA): 25-minute research presentation, eligible for CME
This study examines the relationship between PA SoP laws and demand for PAs, APNs, and physicians, using job postings data for all 50 states from 2012–2022. Positive but not statistically significant associations were observed between PA SoP reforms and PA job postings indicating that broader economic and policy factors appear to more heavily influence PA labor demand. The results underscore the need for integrated workforce strategies to address healthcare provider shortages.
Authors: Virginia Valentin Ryan White Michael Rudolph Yuyan Xia
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Summarize the impact of PA SoP reform on healthcare labor demand for PAs, APNs, and physicians across states and longitudinally
Discuss the impact of PA SoP reform on healthcare labor demand for PAs, APNs, and physicians by geography and specialty
