Ultimate Advanced Practice Provider Guide 2026
Emily Garner
February 25, 2026
Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) play a pivotal role in healthcare in the United States, from diagnosing and treating patients to conducting research and continuing their education. APPs make up about 41% of the healthcare workforce in the following roles: Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs), and Physician Assistants (PAs). In this blog, we will discuss each specialty, 2026