What is meant by “maldistribution” of physicians and primary care providers?
The US is currently dealing with an imbalance in provider supply between primary care providers and specialists. What are some reasonable solutions to manage this? What type of incentives or policies would you create to encourage more medical (and nursing) students to become primary care providers?2- What is meant by “maldistribution” of physicians and primary care providers? What does the future look like in terms of ensuring that everyone has access to primary care? What changes would you recommend to ensure equitable distribution of providers in terms of specialty and geographic location?
