The NP Dude

On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I give my opinion on whether a DEA license is (or more appropriately should be) needed for practice as an NP.  I also give my take on some prescription blank requirements and how some states may be more strict!  Last, I respond to a student’s question about […]

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On this episode of the NP Dude podcast I respond to a Facebook thread dealing with an employment law issue.  Specifically, what the heck are we as NPs?  Hourly non-exempt employees or salaried exempt professionals?  I have covered this topic before but return to it to fill in some more gaps on the situation when […]

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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