Table 3.

Themes Among Comments About Forces Influencing Scope of Practice

Emerging Themes Among Comments Regarding Factors Influencing Scope of Practice
Qualitative Coding ThemePercentage of Comments with Elements of This Theme
Personal preference for choosing a scope of practice with those things you most enjoy48.3%
Work-life balance concerns33.1%
Location of practice and local patient needs31.0%
Institutional Pressure for Narrower Scope of Practice25.2%
Lack of training or preparation8.3%
Insurance, reimbursement, or income concerns5.5%
Burn out/ moral injury1.4%