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Integrative Oncology Models of Care: Practice Patterns From NCCN Member Institutions

Patients with cancer frequently incorporate complementary modalities into their care. A survey of 29 NCCN Member Institutions revealed details on how integrative oncology services are delivered, including the types of services provided, referral process, employment structure, and role of advanced practice providers.

  • By

  • Angela F. Bazzell

  • Lydia T. Madsen

  • Lindsey Bandini

  • Terry Harrington

  • Jonathan Siman

  • Charlene E. Stein

  • Heather Greenlee

  • Jason B. Fleming

  • Alexandra Huffman

  • January 9, 2026

  • 13 min

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Clinical Scorecard: Integrative Oncology Models of Care: Practice Patterns From NCCN Member Institutions

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionCancer
Key MechanismsCombines conventional medical treatments with evidence-based complementary and integrative health modalities.
Target PopulationPatients with cancer, particularly those seeking symptom management and mental health support.
Care SettingNCCN Member Institutions

Key Highlights

  • Over 77% of cancer patients use complementary and alternative medicine.
  • 97% of responding centers provide nutritional and dietary services.
  • 79% of centers bill for provider services to fund IO therapies.
  • Integrative therapies improve symptoms and quality of life for cancer patients.
  • NCCN and ASCO recommend considering integrative therapies in vulnerable populations.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Consider integrative therapies for symptom management in cancer patients.

Management

  • Integrate evidence-based complementary therapies with conventional treatments.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Track outcomes and productivity metrics for IO services.

Risks

  • Insurance coverage for integrative therapies is often limited.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Patients with cancer utilizing integrative therapies.

Complementary therapies like meditation, yoga, and acupuncture are frequently used.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize a combination of centralized and decentralized models for IO services.
  • Incorporate advanced practice providers where feasible.
  • Ensure comprehensive patient referrals and follow-up for integrative services.

References

Original Source(s)

Integrative Oncology Models of Care: Practice Patterns From NCCN Member Institutions

  • by Angela F. Bazzell, Lydia T. Madsen, Lindsey Bandini, Terry Harrington, Jonathan Siman, Charlene E. Stein, Heather Greenlee, Jason B. Fleming, Alexandra Huffman

  • January 9, 2026

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