Practices slow to task RNs, LPNs, with functions of annual wellness visit

Article Overview

This article examines how primary care and other practices are responding to Medicare’s annual wellness visit and the staffing options available under CMS policy. It discusses the use of physicians, non-physician practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and medical assistants, along with the operational and documentation pressures that influence whether practices delegate portions of the service. It is relevant to administrators, billers, and clinicians evaluating workflow, supervision, and Medicare service delivery models.