Indiana's Physician Assistant Workforce Data Report

Abstract

Over the last several decades there has been a substantial increase in the number of physician assistants (PAs) in the United States, including Indiana . The increase of PA training programs is cited as a response to the shortage of physicians, particularly in primary care settings . Information and evaluation of the supply, distribution and characteristics of Indiana’s PA workforce is crucial to identifying workforce shortages and understanding this professions ability to ensure the medical needs of Hoosiers are met. The 2020 Physician Assistant Licensure Survey Data Report presents a snapshot of the PAs workforce in Indiana. The data presented in this report have been collected and prepared for the purpose of informing related workforce development and policy initiatives.