Practice Consolidation Among US Medical Oncologists, 2015-2022.
Michael MilliganParsa ErfaniE John OravStephen SchleicherGabriel A BrooksMiranda B LamPublished in: JCO oncology practice (2024)
On the basis of Federal Trade Commission classifications, MO practices were highly concentrated in 2015 and consolidated even further by 2022. While distribution of MOs at the county level remained stable, further research is needed to assess the effects of rapid consolidation on cancer care cost, quality, and access. These data have important implications for policymakers and payers as they design programs that ensure high-quality, affordable cancer care.