Episode 117 – Independence vs FPA and Tax Law Eliminates Individual Mandate!
On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to a recent Facebook thread about the difference between being “independent” and full practice authority and how I think new and old NPs should come together! I also provide an update on the new Federal tax law and the individual mandate. Support the show by […]
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Episode 116 – Going from a Corp to a Sole Proprietor, Employment Contracts in Right to Work States, and Non-Competes!
On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my opinion on why I would continue to operate as an organization if moving into a 1099 role. I also explain why employment contracts are enforceable in right to work states and give my reasoning why ignoring non-competes could be a disaster for you. Keep […]
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Episode 115 – Why I Feel PAs are “Mid-level”, More Side Hustles, and RVUs!
On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I explain my logic how PAs are “mid-level”! I am not debating our PA brothers and sisters aren’t good providers but how their license and expectation in practice is inherently so. I also mention an experienced listener’s comments about a side hustle he does which got me […]
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Episode 114 – Discussion with an MD and an NP Named in a Lawsuit Reaches Out for Help!
On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I tell a tale of a discussion I had recently with a physician regarding NPs, but be warned I get a little fired up! I also respond to a question about what to do when named in a lawsuit and you don’t have your own policy. Keep […]
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Episode 113 – The Clinical Appraisal Podcast, Chronic Intractables Getting Stuff Done, and Malpractice Insurance Must Haves!
On this episode of The NP Dude podcast, I want to introduce you all to a new podcast that is definitely worth your time. Clinical Appraisal by Ian Lane is well done and provides insight in deconstructing nursing research for use in the clinical setting. Subscribe to his show on iTunes by searching the title […]
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Episode 112 – Contract Negotiation and the CVS Purchase of Aetna!
On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to several recent emails asking how to negotiate a contract. I also give my two cents about the announcement of the CVS purchase of Aetna and what I think it means for us. Keep sharing, spreading the word and using the Amazon Affiliate link to do […]
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