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Privacy Alert – Real Life Stories

Nurse Practitioners in Business

When we hear of another HIPAA incident, many think of a hospital data breach or a hacked healthcare network. Most of us don’t think about HIPAA violations in the context of small, private practices. But regular, non-HIPAA-compliant email is unsafe, and I politely said no! I realize you are well familiar with HIPAA.

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

Nurse Practitioners in Business

HIPAA Compliance: Ensure patient records are secure and private. 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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How to Start a Physical Therapy Business: 14 Steps Guide

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Or would you prefer to work with other physical therapists, open a franchise or purchase an existing private practice in physical therapy? Consult with an attorney to make sure you understand how to start a physical therapy business that adheres to HIPAA standards.

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10 FAQs About Nurse Practitioners

Board Vitals - Nursing

All healthcare providers, including nurse practitioners, who are covered under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability), must obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI). Nurse practitioners can practice in many settings such as hospitals. However, laws are currently changing in states including California.

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How to Grow Your Nursing Network

MAS Medical Staffing

Research demonstrates that professional networking in nursing has several benefits, such as: Career advancement – Hiring managers, physicians who own a private practice, and HR personnel are often deluged with applicants for new, coveted positions. But networking for nurses extends beyond finding your work bestie or coffee pal.

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7 Key Pages Your Practice Website Can’t Do Without

Nurse Practitioners in Business

Must-Have Legal Pages While I realize this topic is not the most exciting, it is of the utmost importance for your website and your practice. As a Nurse Practitioner in private practice, it is essential that your website complies with legal requirements and protects you and your patients.

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