Articles for advanced practice providers, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified registered nurse anesthetists, and nurse midwives. Topics cover scope-of-practice questions, collaborative and supervisory agreements, and the corporate and compliance issues that come with launching or running an independent practice.
Most Illinois nurse practitioners are required to sign a collaborating physician agreement before they can treat patients. Before you sign, learn what Illinois law requires, which clauses put your license at risk, and how to protect your practice.
California recently released proposed regulations to expand the scope of practice for nurse practitioners. What does this mean for advanced practice nurses in the state?
Qualified Illinois nurses can apply to obtain APRN-FPA licenses. We break down the eligibility, requirements, cost, and process for obtaining the license so that you can perform more services with greater independence.
Illinois has joined a growing number of states in granting advanced practice registered nurses full practice authority. What are the practical implications for APRNs right now?
Legally, medical services must be provided by physicians or within a physician-owned entity. Does this mean that other entrepreneurial-minded healthcare professionals can’t open a medical spa business? Not exactly. Read on to learn more.
