Week 4 Discussion

Describe the reimbursement mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurers, and HMOs) for APRNs

Are there any differences in the fee schedules between Physicians and non-physician providers (NPP) such as APRNs? Please describe.

• Can APRNs own their own practices in Florstate? Why or why not?
• Support all responses using at least one scholarly source other than your textbook.
• Use national guidelines and evidence-based research when applicable.
• Students may enhance responses with an example, either from personal experience or from the media, which illustrates and supports ideas.