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The First Year: What to Expect When Running a New Nurse Practitioner Practice

Nurse Practitioners in Business

State Scope of Practice Rules: Familiarize yourself with regulations specific to your state. Billing Rules : Understand the no-no, such as false claims, avoiding incident-to in private practice, under-coding, and over-coding.

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What Is A Clearing House & Do You Need One?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Yes, there are alternatives, but for most NPs in private practice, doing so is not practical or advisable. Clearinghouses help increase cash flow and significantly reduce common billing headaches. Are there Alternatives to Using a Clearinghouse?

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The Key To Understanding Your Practice Finances

Nurse Practitioners in Business

One last example While your practice may be strong on paper, you may be unable to keep your doors open because there is not enough cash to keep going. As an NP in private practice, think of financial statements as your go-to tool to evaluate the financial health of your practice.

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From RN to NP: Navigating Your Path to a Nurse Practitioner Career

Post University

Comparing Hospitals and Private Practice Work Settings There are distinct differences between working in hospitals and working in private practice as anurse practitioner. In the hospital setting, you often work with different patients on a daily basis and may be needed to provide more emergency or life-saving care.

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Upsells in Healthcare: Ethical, Legal, Risky?

Nurse Practitioners in Business

As an NP in private practice, youre balancing patient care with operating a business. Upselling and cross-selling are widely used practices to do just that; they increase the value of a sale or service. Unfortunately, the two dont always align.

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Top Nursing Specialties in Demand for 2025

NexNurse

Opportunities: NPs can work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, and private practices, and may specialize in areas such as family practice, pediatrics, or geriatrics. Skills Required: Advanced clinical skills, strong communication, and the ability to work independently.

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Emerging Nursing Specialties for Nursing Students to Consider

Registered Nursing

They act as motivators and educators, often working in private practice or corporate wellness programs. Nurse Health Coach Nurse health coaches help patients achieve long-term wellness goals, including weight loss, stress reduction, and chronic disease management.