How to Start a Nurse Practitioner Private Practice
Starting your own practice can be overwhelming, but breaking it into manageable steps makes it easier. Here’s what you’ll need to tackle to start seeing patients.
Business Formation
1-3 Weeks
Getting your business officially setup is the foundation for everything and ensures you're legally recognized and ready to operate.
Legal
2-3 Weeks
Building a strong legal foundation protects your practice, your patients, and yourself.
Licensing & Credentialing
3-12 Months
Ensure you're legally cleared to practice and can bill insurance, so you can start seeing patients and earning revenue.
Website & Branding
1-3 Weeks
Create a professional online presence that reflects your practice's values and attracts your ideal patients.
Tech & Services
2-4 Weeks
Set up the right tools—like EMRs, telehealth platforms, and billing software—to streamline your operations.
Financial
2-4 Weeks
Build a solid financial foundation with business accounts, insurance, and systems to manage income and expenses.
Physical Location
3-12 Months
Find and set up a space that works for you and your patients, whether it’s a clinic, home office, or hybrid model.
Marketing
1-3 Weeks
Reach the right patients by building a strategy that leverages online ads, SEO, and community outreach.
Starting a private practice with Joy saves you money, time, and headaches.
Joy helps Nurse Practitioners with everything it takes to get a private practice off the ground.
What is Joy?
Platform
Independent practice management software designed specifically to help NPs launch and grow practices.
Partner
Personalized guidance from a practice business coach and growth / compliance experts.
Tools & Services
Purpose-built tools to help you market your practice, stay compliant, and deliver amazing patient care.
Still not quite sure?
Book a free 15-minute practice consultation with one of our practice advisors to learn more and have all your questions answered.
