TX RN

TX RN

ICU, CV-Thoracic Sx, Internal Medicine

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  1. Ohio or Texas

    TX RN replied to cecej435's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    How did salary in NM fare compare to the first place you practiced after

  2. Ohio or Texas

    TX RN replied to cecej435's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Don't know about Ohio. Despite Texas' practice restrictions there are plenty of opportunities in the metro areas. Best of

  3. Please help decide between Internal Med Clinic Vs Minute Clinic

    TX RN replied to APN Under Construction's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    +1 on

  4. Please help decide between Internal Med Clinic Vs Minute Clinic

    TX RN replied to APN Under Construction's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Negotiate for productivity

  5. Please help decide between Internal Med Clinic Vs Minute Clinic

    TX RN replied to APN Under Construction's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Best you take this to an attorney. Trust me, best $300 you can

  6. Please help decide between Internal Med Clinic Vs Minute Clinic

    TX RN replied to APN Under Construction's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    The IM job gets my vote. I have a question. Were you told the IM position is 1099? Because being under contract doesn't translate to 1099, especially since you mention they offer

  7. what is your day like for nursing home/ALF visits?

    TX RN replied to gatorxo's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I self-contract with a physician that has patients at a several nursing homes. I'll be happy to answer your question: Start to finish. Since I am self-contracted I don't have a minimum number of...

  8. Anyone interested in moving to New Mexico?

    TX RN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Seems the governor of New Mexico is looking to recruit NPs to her state. The pitch seems to be what most on this board are after, less practice restrictions. Here's the article....

  9. Anyone interested in moving to New Mexico?

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thanks!

  10. Anyone interested in moving to New Mexico?

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thank you. I'll make sure and do

  11. How to find out insurance reimbursement rates by CPT code

    TX RN replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Yes. You are credentialed through the groups number. You essentially receive a billing number that is tied to the groups practice. If you leave the practice you will need to restart the credentialing...

  12. How to find out insurance reimbursement rates by CPT code

    TX RN replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Ask your employer for a copy of EOB's. This should list each patient and what rate is reimbursed by payor source. You can review each

  13. Wound Care NP???

    TX RN replied to wildcatarnp's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I practice as wound care and hyperbaric medicine NP. I follow pts in hospital, LTACH, rehab, snf's and clinic. It's a great gig. It has a lot of upside. PM me with any questions. FYI, I also practice...

  14. Anyone interested in moving to New Mexico?

    TX RN replied to TX RN's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I'm not familiar with the state. I may just have to vacation there with the family. It will give me an opportunity to get a feel for the area.Anyone familiar with the state have

  15. Can't Keep Looking at the Bright Side (I just want to cry)

    TX RN replied to mountainaireNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Military? Maybe

  16. New grad NP and differential diagnoses

    TX RN replied to RN623's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    This is not unusual as a new provider. I've been there, as I'm sure many others have as well. The learning curve is different for everyone, so don't be too hard on yourself. Best advice I can tell you...

  17. What is your take home pay as Nurse Practitioner?

    TX RN replied to hik9258's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I hear what you're saying Jeanette. But there's a few things that need correcting. 1. Not all responders have overhead costs, i.e., clinic. I for one see my patients at various inpatient...

  18. Value Based Purchasing

    TX RN posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Seems like CMS is moving from fee for service to something called "value based purchasing" for inpatient encounters. Anyone doing inpatient rounds have info on

  19. Work/Patient Ratio

    TX RN replied to VTach2013's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I had that type of patient load a few years back in an adult/geri clinic. Loved it. 15-17/day is awesome. Trauma, you are a machine! 42/day? Jeez. My highest mark for daily encounters is 37. The...

  20. NP program vs DNP program

    TX RN replied to Road2CNO's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I would think the MSN is more competitive than the DNP right now. Most nurses I know pursuing NP cert look for MSN programs first, DNP second. They mostly list the shorter program duration as a top...

  21. Can NP's self prescribe?

    TX RN replied to VTach2013's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I have never nor would ever self-prescribe. No matter how benign the drug may be. Don't do it. Texas DPS does random monitoring of controlled substances. DPS will search for last names that match, an...

  22. Work/Patient Ratio

    TX RN replied to VTach2013's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    1. Texas 2. Hospital inpatient setting 3. 2-4/hr depending on complexity 4. Hours are start to

  23. Got a Per Diem Hospice position

    TX RN replied to reddgirl's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hospice and palliative care is going to be the next BIG thing. Many of the ACO's are ramping up by recruiting palliative and hospice trained providers. Congrats on the new job. I think it can be a...

  24. Affordable Care Act- How it affects NPs

    TX RN replied to ickc22's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Juan, you area wealth of knowledge. You are correct on the taxonomy issue. However, I believe the commercial insurance part of 100% reimbursement is somewhat more complicated. I don't know if the...

  25. Goals & Objectives

    TX RN replied to zenman's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    It's preferred treatment for hemochromatosis. Chelation if anemic. But I'm just messing with you. My tool bag doesn't have anything close to those you carry in yours sir.