Figure 2.

Themes related to the perceived benefits and roles of external practice facilitation for small independent primary care practices.

EHR = electronic health record; PCMH = patient-centered medical home; QI = quality improvement.

^aBenefits solely or more frequently discussed by practices with ≤3 office staff.

Note: Ovals with solid outlines represent 2 main perceived benefits of practice facilitators: external connection and EHR expertise. Ovals with dotted outlines represent perceived roles of practice facilitators: teacher and support staff. At the intersection of these main benefits and roles, there emerged 3 centralized benefits, represented by the center circle.