# Treatment Modifications After Drug Shortages Among Primary Care Physicians

## TL;DR

This study explores how drug shortages affect primary care physicians' treatment decisions and patient outcomes.

## Contribution

The study provides insights into the impact of drug shortages on treatment modifications and administrative burdens in primary care.

## Key findings

- Drug shortages are prevalent and lead to treatment modifications by primary care physicians.
- Administrative burdens increase due to drug shortages, affecting patient care outcomes.

## Abstract

This cross-sectional study assesses the pervasiveness, changes to treatment and outcomes, and administrative burdens of drug shortages for primary care physicians and patients.