Week 4 Discussion

APA format

• 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 your state? Why or why not? My state is Florida
• 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.
• All sources must be referenced and cited using the correct APA format (including a link to the source).