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The Top 3 Latest Trends on Inflation and Provider Compensation

Not all organizations can, or will, choose to adjust pay based on inflation. But with these tips, leaders can minimize the impact on turnover by addressing employees’ pay concerns as soon as they begin.


Inflation hit hard on the nation’s FQHC safety net in 2022. Inflation reached a 40-year high last year, and while it’s levelled off, it’s had an unprecedented impact on care delivery in FQHCs. The Kaiser Family Foundation reports staffing shortages are simultaneous to increasing demand for services, putting more pressure on a community that is already rocked and is still trying to recover from COVID-19. How will inflation affect our ability to hire and retain our workforce? Here are three trends impacting FQHC hiring in 2023.

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Will a Candidate Shortage Persist in 2023?

Candidate shortage has been a struggle throughout 2022. We are hoping it does not persist in 2023 but we have the details on why the shortage will most likely continue throughout the year.

You are not alone if you’re worried about facing continuing staffing shortages in 2023. Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) says staffing remains the biggest challenge facing the healthcare sector in 2023, including FQHCs and other community healthcare organizations. A 2022 report says, “The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated existing health system weaknesses and has placed incredible strain on healthcare workers.” Yet the economy is slowing down and more layoffs are making the news. Doesn’t this mean more job candidates will be on the market? What kind of job market can community healthcare organizations expect in 2023?

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The Impact of Having No Physician Supervision for Advanced Practitioners in California

New data was just released within the state of California. We have the latest news on the impact of Advanced Practitioners not needing to have physician supervision moving forward! Keep reading to find out more!

New year, new rules: In November, California set new standards for advanced nurse practitioners. How will this impact California FQHCs and the NPs, doctors, and other clinical staff that serve in these facilities?

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