Why Choose Private Practice
Build Your Own Practice
Your Own Practice
Set your own schedule, clinical approach, and rates. Build lasting relationships with a patient panel you choose.
Group Practice
Join established groups with built-in referral networks.
Autonomy
Set your schedule, rates, and clinical approach.
Earning Ceiling
Income scales with panel size, payer mix, and ownership stake.
Group Practice
Join groups with referral networks and shared overhead.
Telehealth Hybrid
Combine in-person and virtual sessions.
Practice Income
Average private practice salary:
$0k
Before You Apply
What You Need
NP Certification
Active national NP certification and state APRN licensure.
Practice Authority
Full practice authority or a collaborating physician agreement, depending on your state.
DEA + NPI
DEA registration and NPI number for billing.
Malpractice Insurance
Individual policy required for independent practice.
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FAQ
Private Practice NP Questions
What types of private practice NP roles exist?
Private practice roles include solo practice (you own and operate), group practice (join an established multi-provider office), independent contractor (1099 work for a practice), and hybrid roles combining in-person and telehealth. Each offers different levels of autonomy, risk, and earning potential.
How much do private practice NPs earn?
Most employed and group-practice NPs earn within the typical NP range of roughly $95K-$160K, depending on specialty, location, and payer mix. Practice owners and 1099 contractors set their own rates, so income varies with panel size, overhead, and how much of the billing they keep.
Do I need business experience for private practice?
For group practice employee roles, no — you focus on clinical work. For starting your own practice, understanding billing, credentialing, marketing, and operations is essential. Many NPs start in group practices before launching solo practices.
What's needed to start a private practice?
You need: an active APRN license, national NP certification, full practice authority or a collaborating physician agreement (depending on your state), DEA registration, an NPI number, malpractice insurance, an EHR system, office space or a telehealth platform, and insurance panel credentialing.
Is group practice or solo practice better?
Group practice offers built-in referrals, shared overhead, administrative support, and lower financial risk. Solo practice offers maximum autonomy, higher earning ceiling, and full control of your schedule. Most NPs recommend 2-3 years in group practice before going solo.