Barriers to Independent Nurse Practitioner Ownership

Host: Lisa Dandrea Lenell, PA-C, MPAS, MBA Guest: Carolyn Zaumeyer, NP, RN Carolyn Zaumeyer, a nurse practitioner, discusses with host Lisa D'Andrea the key barriers for a nurse practitioner to establish an independent practice. The nurse practitioner must ensure the practice structure and operations are in compliance with the applicable laws. Ms. Zaumeyer also highlights the importance of establishing a relationship with a collaborating physician for the success of one's practice. Another hurdle that Ms. Zaumeyer examines is the nurse practitioner's relationship with the insurance company to assure the services billed by the nurse practitioner are properly processed and reimbursed.