Table 3 Considerations for CAM research
Practice considerations | Practitioner considerations |
|---|---|
Patient volume (new vs. return), unique patient visits in a given period of time | Patient volume (new vs. return), unique patient visits in a given period of time |
Number and types of practitioners at the location | Business relationship to the practice (e.g. degree of practitioner autonomy) |
Number of locations at which practitioners work. | Practitioner payor mix (e.g. self-pay, insurance coverage) |
Presence of administrative or clinical support staff for study activities | Time spent at a given location, co-management and referrals of patients between practitioners. |