What are the rules around MAT now? Can any APRN prescribe it or only certain work settings? The DEA removed the DATA-Waiver requirement in 2022....

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What can we do to make insurances pay for a 99205 and 99215? What can we do to increase NP parity from 85% to 90% reimbursement? What can we do to...

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Do you foresee the state of Arkansas recognizing nurse practitioners to be able to serve patients in rural communities by telehealth without having...

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For those who are certified through ANCC and AANP, can you use the same contact hours to recertify for both or does it have to be completely...

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There were multiple social media posts regarding independent practice, QA plans, and collaborative agreements. It is important to ANPA that nurse...

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Opioid prescribing is limited to number of days rather than # tablets dispensed, correct? Example: Hydrocodone/APAP 5/325mg 1 tab q 6 hrs #20, no...

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Are nurses allowed to take controlled medications? As long as they have a prescription. I. E taking tramadol for joint pain or benzo for anxiety....

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I have FPA. My employer is stating I have to sign another collaborative practice agreement, QA, and prescribing protocols. Do I have to do this? If...

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Can an APRN send a prescription to another state? Example: the patient had an office visit but goes to college in a different state and needs...

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Can a nurse practitioner delegate to a medical assistant? Chapter 5 of the ASBN Rules addresses delegation. Currently, APRNs are very limited to...

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