Episode 069 – Medicare Limitations, More Hormone Replacement, and Application of Preemption!
On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I try to answer a student’s question regarding limitations set forth on NPs by Medicare and why I think they occur. I also give an update as to the bioidentical hormone question from several shows ago that clarifies some of the issues as an Ohio NP prescribing […]
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Episode 068 – Employment Contract in At-Will State and My Take on getting a DNP!
On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast I answer more contract questions and rehash the impact of being a contract employee in a at-will employment state, as well as, more termination of contracts! I also discuss and give my take on getting a DNP and what I would look at to see if it […]
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Episode 067 – The HHS Director, CARA, and You!
Today on this episode of the NP Dude I contemplate recent comments from the new HHS Director, Tom Price, how this may be a signal for the new culture from the HHS in implementing rules such as CARA, and how this may or may not impact you as a provider. Have a listen and tell […]
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Episode 066 – My Response to a Med Student and What are Bioidentical Hormones!
I recorded the episode of the NP Dude several days ago and am finally getting a chance to publish it. I respond to some good questions from a medical student and try to give my perspective as an NP. I also give my take on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and some hurdles you may have […]
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Episode 065 – Assistant Physicians and The Pitfalls of Moving to a Cash Fee Business!
Sorry for a delay in posting this week, it has been crazy busy! On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my thoughts on this (possibly) new category of healthcare provider…The Assistant Physician! I also spend a couple minutes giving my thoughts on what to watch out for if you want to add […]
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Episode 064 – Can You Do Telehealth as a Nurse Practitioner!
Happy Mother’s Day! Today is a quick episode to respond to a Facebook question specific to Ohio but I explain my process for researching whether we can perform telehealth or telemedicine. Give it a listen even if you’re not in Ohio because I explain some of the possible pitfalls that can arise as a Nurse […]
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Episode 063 – Becoming a Partner in a Practice and My Thoughts on NP Externship Programs!
Today on this episode of the NP Dude podcast, I respond to a listener’s comment about whether it is legal to become a partner in a physician owned practice. I also give what info I would want to know before I would consider buying into a practice. I also give my opinion on NP externship […]
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Episode 062 – Contract Bonus Structure and Suboxone in Family Practice!
On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my take and respond to a listener’s question about contract “bonus” structures. Yes, the quotes are there for a reason and you’ll have to listen to know why! I also give my opinion on whether a family practice is an appropriate setting for prescribing buprenorphine, […]
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Episode 061 – Physician Perception of NPs and AANP’s Press Release on the AHCA!
On today’s episode of the NP Dude podcast, I talk about an experience I had last weekend and give what I feel the physician perception is toward NPs. I also compare the AANP’s statement about the proposed AHCA and that of the ANA, that I previously discussed, and I am proud of the stance our […]
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Episode 060 – My Take on Bridging Opiates and What the Heck is Imposter Phenomenon?
Today on the NP Dude podcast, I give my take on how I plan on handling the patient unfortunate to find themselves between pain management specialists. I also respond to a post on Facebook that mentioned the Imposter Phenomenon, what it means, and whether it is helpful for the new NP! Keep telling your friends […]
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