In a study, incorporation of NPs to inpatient care teams was observed to
increase revenue, reduce length of hospital stays, and standardize quality of care, 4 while another study observed the
employment of one NP per two physicians to decrease patient costs without compromising quality of care.5 Although creating an efficient PA or NP and physician team takes commitment, the benefits easily
outweigh the costs, allowing for clear division of labor and leading to an efficient and effective team.