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Nurse Practitioner's Business Practice & Legal 7th Ed

Nurse Practitioner's Business Practice & Legal 7th Ed

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The authoritative business and legal handbook from Jones & Bartlett Learning. Engineered for Nurse Practitioners (NPs), DNP candidates, practice owners, and healthcare executives, this updated 7th Edition provides essential guidance on practice establishment, scope of practice & regulatory compliance, reimbursement & billing strategies, and employment contract negotiation.

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About The Book

Nurse Practitioner's Business Practice and Legal Guide (7th Edition) by Carolyn Buppert is the indispensable reference for navigating the complex legal and operational realities of advanced practice nursing. Whether starting an independent practice, entering an employment agreement, or managing risk in a collaborative setup, this guide delivers clear, practical insights into state regulations, Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, malpractice prevention, HIPAA compliance, and business formation. Rich with real-world scenarios, legal templates, and actionable checklists, this edition empowers NPs to build and sustain successful, legally compliant clinical operations.

Core Features & Operational Pillars

â–  Practice Formation & Business Models Step-by-step guidance on choosing business structures (LLC, PLLC, Corporation), securing financing, credentialing, and setting up independent or retail clinics.
â–  Scope of Practice & Prescriptive Authority Comprehensive breakdown of state-by-state autonomy, collaborative practice agreements, controlled substance registration, and regulatory compliance.
â–  Reimbursement, Billing & Coding Detailed analysis of third-party payer billing, Medicare "incident-to" rules, Medicaid reimbursement, fee schedules, and auditing defense.
â–  Contract Negotiation & Risk Management Strategies for evaluating employment contracts, non-compete clauses, tail insurance, malpractice liability, and risk mitigation.

About The Author

Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD

Healthcare Attorney & Nurse Practitioner Authority

Carolyn Buppert is an attorney specializing in the legal aspects of nurse practitioner practice, healthcare law, and business establishment.

With over 30 years of legal and clinical experience, she has advised thousands of advanced practice nurses, professional associations, and healthcare organizations nationwide on regulatory compliance and business growth.

Book Specifications

Specification Details
Title Nurse Practitioner's Business Practice and Legal Guide
Author Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD
Publisher Jones & Bartlett Learning
Edition Seventh Edition
ISBN-13 / 10 978-1284208542 / 1284208547
Format Paperback / Legal & Business Reference
Language English

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Code Book Library

It is designed for practicing Nurse Practitioners, DNP students, NP business owners, healthcare administrators, and clinical managers.

The book is authored by Carolyn Buppert, MSN, JD, a renowned healthcare attorney and NP practice expert.

Yes. It provides detailed strategies for negotiating NP employment contracts, compensation packages, restrictive covenants, and liability coverage.

Yes. It covers third-party reimbursement, Medicare "incident-to" billing, Medicaid rules, coding practices, and auditing compliance.

This book is published by Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Yes. It is frequently ordered in bulk for NP role-transition courses, DNP business modules, and institutional libraries.

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