Nurse Practitioners in Business

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Marketing feels daunting to many nurse practitioners. In this episode of the NP Business Matters podcast, we discuss the first and most important things NPs want to do when marketing their practices. The post Marketing 101 appeared first on Nurse Practitioners in Business. What’s working for you?

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APRIL 10, 2025

Do you have an emergency fund for yourself and your business? As a business owner, you may be exposed to additional risks further impacting your ability to conduct business and generate income. In Summary, Is it safe to say we all agree on the importance of building an emergency fund for our business and personal lives?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JANUARY 30, 2025

What does that mean for your Nurse Practitioner (NP) practice? Many business owners falsely assume their business is doing well if they bring in lots of money. They assume that their business is safe as long as they see many patients and generate enough revenue. Well, not necessarily.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

APRIL 2, 2025

For Nurse Practitioners operating a practice, employee-related expenses often represent one of the largest categories of spending , including salaries, benefits, training costs, and payroll taxes. EAMP; regular contributor to the NPBusiness blog and author of Smart Business Planning for Clinicians.”

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Have you ever wondered what success tips nurse practitioner business owners would share with you? I recently asked Nurse Practitioner business owners to share some of their top success tips for those who are thinking about starting and growing their own practices. Well, here they are.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JULY 25, 2024

Why would you worry about that as a Nurse Practitioner practice owner? The commission is tasked with preventing fraud and unfair business practices and has issued many clarifications and rulings over the years. The ruling is set to go into effect in early September.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

APRIL 4, 2024

I had intended to interview her on mistakes Nurse Practitioners make that can adversely affect their practices, and she shared so much more. G2211: Simply Getting Paid for Complexity More Resources Catch up on all the NP Business Matters podcasts here. Take a listen and share your thoughts below.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MAY 3, 2024

” Before I go further, let me remind you that even though the I =Insurance, this is not about practices or businesses that take insurance. In episode #91 of the NP Business Matters Podcast, I talk about the most common violations and the consequences of these violations that practices have experienced and want to avoid.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JANUARY 23, 2025

Comfortable… As a Nurse Practitioner, youre comfortable with the physical side of things a patients weight, blood pressure, lab results, and the like. In the business world, financial statements are the tools used to track financial data. They assess the health of a business and issue a report card for the business.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JULY 18, 2024

As nurse practitioners (NPs), we often find ourselves navigating a complex relationship with collaborating physicians. In episode #93 of the NP Business Matters Podcast, I discuss this topic with the co-founder of Zivian Health, a company NPBO has recently partnered with.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MAY 9, 2024

It may also prevent someone from opening a business within a pre-defined geographical area, limit them from working for a particular type of business, or prevent them from starting a competing business altogether. Impact on Employed Nurse Practitioners: How might the recent FTC rule affect employed NPs?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MARCH 17, 2024

In this episode of the NP Business Matters Podcast, I’ll define the categories of money that patients are responsible for (to make sure we are all on the same page), as well as policies and procedures you’ll want to make sure you have in place. But that won’t work… unless you’re OK with donating your time and expertise.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

If you run a business, you could face losing it because of the business failing. Let’s take a closer look … Our example will be a Nurse Practitioner who has difficulty in her practice. That’s what it feels like when your practice faces closure, when you’re about to lose your business.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

One of the few things we want to face in our business is that employees will steal from the practice. In this episode of the NP Business Matters Podcast, we’ll talk about what is going on, who is doing it, and things you can do to protect your business. Embezzlement is real and it happens in health care practices.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Owning a nurse practitioner practice can be both rewarding and challenging. For nurse practitioner practice owners who are looking to boost their income, there are several strategies they can implement to achieve their goals. Your Turn Are you currently trying to increase your revenue? What have you tried?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JULY 21, 2023

This is not something that affects only Nurse Practitioners – it can affect all humans. That’s the topic of Episode #79 of the NP Business Matters Podcast. Check out the Nurse Practitioners in Business Facebook Group Become a Member of the NPBO Ready to start your own practice?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JANUARY 6, 2024

Beginning Jan 1, 2024, business owners are required to file Beneficial Ownership Information. If you have a business that you created, and it does not meet the exemptions (which our businesses do not), then you need to file. This 10-minute video breaks it. I talk about: What is it? Who must report?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JANUARY 14, 2023

On January 12, 2022, NPBO was lucky enough to host a webinar with Melanie Balestra who is a nurse practitioner and an attorney in California, where she spent nearly 2 hours answering questions. Full Practice Authority (FPA) for Nurse Practitioners is something that all states are striving for.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Most Nurse Practitioners are familiar with non-compete clauses. Overly Restrictive Agreements Employers may justify non-compete agreements as necessary to protect business interests, such as confidential patient information, specialized training, or the relationships NPs build with patients. If so, what has it been like?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

DECEMBER 3, 2022

The last couple of years have seen a steep uptick in business startups in the US… we’re talking millions on new businesses! And that includes Nurse Practitioners. We’ve observed a growing interest in how to start a private practice within the Nurse Practitioner community. Clarity & Focus!

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MAY 10, 2023

Every business is in business to make a profit. Topic Resources DonSelf.com Medicare.gov FAQs of Opting Out of Medicare More Resources Catch up on all the NP Business Matters podcasts here. Check out the Nurse Practitioners in Business Facebook Group Become a Member of the NPBO Ready to start your own practice?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MARCH 9, 2023

Topic Resources Don Self – ERISA (Use coupon code NPBO for a discount) More Resources Catch up on all the NP Business Matters podcasts here. Check out the Nurse Practitioners in Business Facebook Group Become a Member of the NPBO Ready to start your own practice?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JUNE 28, 2023

Do you utilize a framework in your Nurse Practitioner practice? What does this have to do with your Nurse Practitioner practice and marketing? Ironically, it’s the same challenge all businesses face. How do I get more clients for my business? When you work with your patients and do your marketing?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Employment laws are not always clear, and as I examine both the IRS 20-point checklist as well as the ABC rules which should simplify things, you’ll see that for Nurse Practitioners, it’s full of grayness. Business Structure Matters : If you’re in healthcare, steer clear of working as a sole proprietor.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

When new nurse practitioners graduate from school, they’re ready to hit the ground running and find jobs in their respective areas of specialization. The clinical aspects of independent practice are significant, but one must also consider bookkeeping, business structure, marketing, and more.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

MARCH 6, 2025

As an NP in private practice, youre balancing patient care with operating a business. All business owners are looking for ways to increase income and boost the bottom line. EAMP; regular contributor to the NPBusiness blog and author of Smart Business Planning for Clinicians.” Unfortunately, the two dont always align.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JANUARY 25, 2024

Arriving at the decision to go into independent practice can be tough for Nurse Practitioners. While most Nurse Practitioners start their own practices, some come across an opportunity to buy an established one. The post Nurse Practitioner Independent Practice: Start Your Own or Buy a Practice?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

DECEMBER 20, 2023

It should come as no surprise to anyone reading NP Business, that the most common question we receive is “ How do I start a practice? There are many moving parts to starting a business, and sometimes, because it’s often “just you” seeing patients, clinicians (not just NPs) will opt for the easiest structure.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

APRIL 12, 2024

But when you start a practice, it’s up to you to set boundaries, create the rules, and shape the business overall. Or do you want to generate more income, create a real asset, and build a business for yourself? Are you willing to learn and educate yourself about business ? Do you have clear personal and business goals?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

DECEMBER 28, 2023

When we are busy, and our mental resources are stretched, sometimes we try shortcuts, which may become a habit. When you planned your business, one of the biggest tasks was to assess costs and determine the financial viablility. The post Grow and Operate your Practice appeared first on Nurse Practitioners in Business.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JULY 26, 2023

This is true across all professions and is not limited to business mentorship alone. Business Mentorship Business mentorships are professional relationships where an experienced person (the mentor) teaches a less experienced person about business … nothing new or different here. A Definition But first, what is mentorship?

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Registered Nursing

APRIL 9, 2025

faces an ever-growing demand for primary and specialized healthcare providers, nurse practitioners (NPs) have become critical to the future of American healthcare. This demand drives more individuals to pursue careers as nurse practitioners, including those with bachelor’s degrees in non-nursing fields.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JUNE 13, 2024

When thinking about business, the vast majority of nurses and nurse practitioners start with the idea of doing something that utilizes the professional skills they have developed. On this episode of the NP Business Matters podcast, have a chat with Sharon Burch.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JUNE 1, 2023

Before we answer that question, though, let’s get one thing out in the open… Too many small business owners believe they don’t need to market their business. I am here to tell you that marketing is essential, no matter the type or size of business, if you want to stay in and grow your business. But wait… was that my name?

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Empowered Nurses

APRIL 1, 2025

What if your nursing expertise could become the foundation of a thriving business? For many nurses, exploring entrepreneurial opportunities offers a chance to expand their impact and take control of their professional futures. Lets explore some exciting paths where you can transform your expertise into business success.

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

JULY 5, 2023

In general, audits in business and healthcare are not uncommon. Now here’s what’s important about audits… They are not just for business owners. So basically…are you doing everything you should be doing, not only in the types of care you are providing but also in the business aspect of your practice? Would you rather listen?

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Nurse Practitioners in Business

AUGUST 29, 2024

Listen in to this episode of the NP Business Matters podcast, and then join the conversation below and share your experience. Topic Resources NPBO Membership HIPAA For Professionals More Resources Catch up on all the NP Business Matters podcasts here. Big things, like the legal implications, privacy, and ethical concerns.

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