A new specialty, "the extensivist," has been developed to address the fragmented nature of inpatient to outpatient care coordination. The role is most commonly performed by a social worker or home health care nurse.

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The role of extensivist is commonly performed by a physician or nurse practitioner, who takes the scope of practice beyond the hospital and into the home or other settings.

A New Specialty, "The Extensivist," Has Been Developed to Address