When you’re ready to establish or expand a nurse practitioner practice in Alabama, understanding the state’s collaborative practice framework is essential. Alabama has created a structured, legally defined pathway for CRNPs (Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners) and CNMs (Certified Nurse Midwives) to deliver quality healthcare while maintaining appropriate professional oversight, with public health regulations playing a critical role in shaping collaborative practice requirements. This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know about NP collaboration in Alabama.
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Dr. Jerry C. is a highly experienced, multi-state licensed physician with nearly three decades of clinical expertise in emergency medicine, telemedicine, and integrative care. He is licensed in all 50 states and Washington, DC, and brings extensive regulatory knowledge and operational leadership to every collaboration. After spending almost 25 years in high-volume emergency departments across the country, Dr. Jerry C. transitioned into telemedicine and wellness-focused medicine, where he now serves as a Medical Director for multiple national organizations. His career reflects a strong commitment to clinical excellence, compliance, and patient-centered innovation. Dr. Jerry C. currently provides telemedicine services across multiple platforms, focusing on men’s health, hormone optimization, medical cannabis, weight management, alternative therapies, and acute care. He has held leadership roles in both rural and urban settings, including Site Medical Director and long-term nocturnal attending positions at major hospital systems. In addition to his clinical practice, he has an extensive background in medical education, EMS leadership, and protocol development at regional and state levels. With licensure in all U.S. states and multiple DEA registrations, Dr. Jerry C. is well-versed in regulatory standards and interstate medical practice. He is known for his ability to onboard partners efficiently, support operational growth, and ensure ongoing compliance in evolving telehealth and wellness environments. Areas of Expertise • Emergency Medicine (25+ Years of High-Volume Clinical Practice) • Telemedicine and Multistate Medical Operations • Medical Direction and Clinical Governance • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT/TRT) • Peptide and Integrative Medicine • GLP-1 and Medical Weight Management • Men’s Health and Performance Optimization • Medical Cannabis Certification and Management • Acute Care and Urgent Telehealth Services • Long COVID and Vaccine Injury Management • Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management • EMS Medical Oversight and Protocol Development • Physician Education and Clinical Preceptorship Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Jerry C. believes that successful healthcare partnerships are built on transparency, regulatory integrity, and mutual accountability. He values proactive communication, clear operational structures, and adherence to federal and state regulations, including evolving telemedicine standards. His collaborative approach emphasizes protecting patient safety, supporting business scalability, and maintaining long-term compliance. As a seasoned medical director, he works closely with organizations to streamline onboarding, optimize clinical workflows, and foster sustainable growth. Dr. Jerry C. views collaboration as a strategic partnership—one grounded in trust, clinical excellence, and shared responsibility for delivering high-quality, ethical care. ADD $100 FOR CA AND GA. CA AND GA MAY NOT BE USED AS ADD-ON STATES AND ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR A MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT.
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Dr. Tuvia B. is a board-certified psychiatrist with subspecialty board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. With more than 15 years of clinical experience, he provides comprehensive psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults across a variety of practice settings, including private practice, telepsychiatry, outpatient behavioral health, correctional psychiatry, and community mental health. Following the completion of his psychiatry residency and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine, Dr. Tuvia B. has built an extensive career caring for patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions. He currently practices through his private practice and multiple national telepsychiatry organizations, providing accessible, high-quality psychiatric care to patients across numerous states. His broad multi-state licensure and extensive telemedicine experience allow him to effectively support patients and healthcare providers in diverse clinical environments. Throughout his career, Dr. Tuvia B. has worked in community mental health centers, correctional healthcare, hospital-based services, and outpatient psychiatry, giving him experience managing both routine and complex psychiatric presentations across the lifespan. His clinical approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based psychopharmacology, individualized treatment planning, and compassionate, patient-centered care. Areas of Expertise • General Adult Psychiatry • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry • Telepsychiatry • Outpatient Psychiatry • Community Mental Health • Correctional Psychiatry • Psychopharmacology & Medication Management • Mood Disorders • Anxiety Disorders • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Behavioral Disorders in Children & Adolescents • Trauma-Related Disorders • Psychotic Disorders • Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnostic Assessment • Collaborative Psychiatric Care Philosophy of Collaboration Dr. Tuvia B. believes that successful physician–NP collaboration is built on trust, open communication, and a shared commitment to providing high-quality psychiatric care. He values Nurse Practitioners as important members of the mental healthcare team and believes collaborative relationships should support both excellent patient outcomes and continued professional development. His collaborative approach emphasizes accessibility, timely communication, and thoughtful clinical consultation. He encourages open discussion of complex cases, evidence-based treatment planning, and shared clinical decision-making while respecting each provider's experience, autonomy, and clinical judgment. With extensive experience practicing across multiple healthcare settings and delivering telepsychiatry services nationwide, Dr. Tuvia B. understands the importance of being responsive and dependable in collaborative practice. His goal is to build long-term partnerships where Nurse Practitioners feel supported, confident, and equipped to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.
Licensed to collaborate with Alabama nurse practitioners
About Dr. Charles Y. Dr. Charles Y. is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician currently practicing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), where he also serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine. He primarily provides comprehensive inpatient medical care, with deep experience managing complex and chronic disease. In addition to independent clinical practice, he spends about 50% of his time collaborating with NPs and PAs caring for hospitalized patients. Dr. Charles Y. is particularly committed to improving communication, coordinating care across specialties, and addressing health disparities. He approaches collaboration with a thoughtful, steady, and respectful style—ensuring nurse practitioners feel supported, not supervised or micromanaged. Clinical Background & Experience • Board-Certified in Internal Medicine • Assistant Professor of Medicine, UAB • Inpatient and outpatient internal medicine care • Experienced in complex case management, multimorbidity, and chronic disease treatment • Trained in palliative and supportive care communication • Active involvement in system-level quality improvement and medical education Collaboration Philosophy Dr. Charles Y. works alongside nurse practitioners as trusted colleagues. His approach is defined by: • Clear, approachable communication • Respect for NP autonomy and clinical judgment • Responsive support when questions arise • Shared decision-making • Focus on high-quality, evidence-based patient care His goal is to elevate each NP’s confidence and capability while ensuring safe and thoughtful patient outcomes. Areas of Focus • Internal Medicine & Primary Care • Complex Chronic Disease Management • Heart Failure, Diabetes, COPD, Renal and Metabolic Disorders • Medication optimization and treatment planning • Care coordination and transitions-of-care • Patient-centered communication and education Personal Approach Colleagues describe Dr. Charles Y. as calm, collaborative, and dependable. He believes that when clinicians feel supported and respected, patient care improves naturally. He aims to create a professional environment where providers work together, learn from one another, and practice with confidence.
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Dr. Haris M. is an Internal Medicine physician and Chief Resident at the University of South Alabama, recognized for his strong academic performance, clinical excellence, and commitment to patient-centered care. With a diverse clinical background spanning the United States and Pakistan, Dr. Haris M. brings a global perspective to internal medicine, with experience in both hospital-based and community care settings. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of South Alabama, where he also serves as Chief Resident, actively contributing to medical education, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical leadership. Prior to his U.S. training, he worked as a General Practitioner and House Officer in major teaching hospitals in Pakistan. Dr. Haris M. has an extensive portfolio of research, publications, and national presentations, with a particular focus on cardiovascular medicine, complex comorbid conditions, and clinical outcomes research. Recognized with multiple honors—including Best Teaching Resident Award, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society induction, and repeated Humanitarian Awards— Dr. Haris M. demonstrates a strong commitment to education, mentorship, and compassionate patient care. He is also the founder of the “Care Closet” initiative, supporting underserved hospitalized patients with essential resources. Areas of Expertise • Internal Medicine & Hospital-Based Care • Cardiovascular Disease & Hemodynamic Disorders • Complex Multisystem Disease Management • Evidence-Based Medicine & Clinical Research • Acute Care & Inpatient Management • Quality Improvement & Clinical Outcomes Research • Medical Education & Resident Teaching • Preventive Medicine & Chronic Disease Management • Multicultural & Multilingual Patient Care • Telehealth & Emerging Care Models Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Haris M. approaches collaboration as a cornerstone of both effective patient care and medical education. As a Chief Resident and active mentor to medical students and junior residents, he values open communication, shared learning, and a supportive clinical environment where all team members feel empowered to contribute. His experience working across different healthcare systems and cultures has reinforced the importance of adaptability, mutual respect, and clear communication within multidisciplinary teams. He believes that strong collaboration between physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and allied health professionals leads to better clinical decision-making and improved patient outcomes. Dr. Haris M. emphasizes a teaching-oriented model of collaboration—encouraging critical thinking, evidence-based discussions, and continuous professional development. He is committed to fostering clinical confidence in colleagues while remaining accessible for guidance on complex cases, ensuring that patient care remains safe, efficient, and compassionate.
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Dr. Amanda W. is a dedicated primary care physician with comprehensive experience across outpatient internal medicine, urgent care, chronic disease management, and preventive health. She has served in multiple clinical settings—including Archwell Health, SSM Health, Sanitas Medical Center, and Memphis Health Center—providing high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse adult populations. Her clinical background is strengthened by formal training in Internal Medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where she completed her residency after earning her Doctor of Medicine from the same institution. Throughout her career, Dr. Amanda W. has taken on roles that span direct clinical care, disability evaluation, and laboratory science, further enriching her medical insight and diagnostic precision. Her early work as a forensic immunochemist and quality control lab technician provided her with strong foundations in laboratory medicine, quality assurance, and evidence-based investigation—skills she seamlessly integrates into her primary care practice today. She has also served as a medical scribe, giving her a deep understanding of clinical workflows, documentation standards, and efficient team-based care. Dr. Amanda W. is committed to advancing accessible, high-quality primary care. She brings a balanced approach that blends guideline-directed medical therapy, preventive strategies, and compassionate, patient-centered decision-making. Her clinical interests include chronic disease optimization, mental health care, obesity medicine, women’s health, and urgent care presentations commonly encountered in the primary care setting. She greatly values the NP–MD/DO relationship, recognizing Nurse Practitioners as essential partners in meeting the demands of modern primary care. Dr. Amanda W. has collaborated closely with advanced practice providers across multiple states and practice settings, supporting them through expert guidance, thoughtful case review, and shared commitment to clinical excellence. Areas of Expertise • Primary Care & Internal Medicine • Mental Health in Primary Care • Women’s Health • COPD Management • Heart Failure – Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy • Weight Loss & Obesity Medicine • Type II Diabetes Management & Optimization • Preventive Medicine • Urgent Care (Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Acute Illness) • Chronic Disease Management • Telemedicine & Multistate Practice • Laboratory Medicine & Diagnostic Interpretation Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Amanda W. views collaboration with Nurse Practitioners as an essential foundation of strong primary care. She believes that the healthcare system depends on skilled NPs and that patient care significantly benefits from a collaborative, respectful partnership between physicians and advanced practice providers. Her role as a collaborating physician is to offer insights derived from her years of training and clinical experience—supporting NPs in developing safe, evidence-based patient care plans while promoting autonomy and professional growth. She prioritizes open communication, timely availability, and shared decision-making to ensure excellent patient outcomes. She is flexible in her approach: offering structured guidance when needed, reviewing cases in depth, and providing steady support for day-to-day clinical questions. Dr. Amanda W. encourages proactive dialogue and aims to empower NPs with the knowledge and confidence to deliver high-quality, guideline-adherent care. At the core of her philosophy is the belief that collaboration should be practical, efficient, and grounded in mutual respect—ultimately enhancing patient care and strengthening the primary care workforce.
Licensed to collaborate with Alabama nurse practitioners
Dr. Linda G. is a board-certified pediatrician with more than 20 years of experience providing comprehensive pediatric care, including primary care, well-child visits, and chronic disease management. She has a strong background in public health, medical education, and community engagement, with a commitment to serving rural, underserved, and marginalized populations. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Linda G. is the founder of Childverse, Inc., a public health initiative offering education, advocacy, and pediatric consulting through media, community outreach, and telemedicine. She has also worked as a Medical Information Officer focusing on pediatric population health strategies and the use of telehealth to reduce disparities caused by social determinants of health. Dr. Linda G. has collaborated extensively with NPs, PAs, and medical students, serving as a clinical instructor and mentor through roles at Liberty College of Osteopathic Medicine, Emory University, and multiple community pediatric clinics. She has also published children’s books and presented on child mental health, combining her clinical expertise with a passion for advocacy and education. Areas of Expertise • General Pediatrics & Well-Child Care • Chronic Disease Management in Children • Pediatric Urgent & Emergency Care • Public Health & Community Advocacy • Telehealth & Digital Health Equity • NP/PA Training & Supervision Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Linda G. believes in building trusting, evidence-based, and collaborative relationships with families and healthcare providers. She values teamwork with mid-level practitioners, ensuring parents and caregivers have the support and education they need to make the best decisions for their children’s health and wellbeing.
Licensed to collaborate with Alabama nurse practitioners
Hello, my name is Philip and I graduated from Florida International University for medical school and the University of South Florida for psychiatry residency. I have experience working at the outpatient PTSD clinic at the Tampa VA as well as inpatient at the largest baker act receiving facility in the Tampa Bay area called Gracepoint. I also have experience covering the psychiatry ER as well as the inpatient units at the Tampa VA. I have also worked for different outpatient psychiatric telemedicine platforms online. Throughout my training and work, I have gained much experience in treating mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, dissociative disorders, psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, as well as substance use disorders. More recently I have gained a passion for working with NPs which is a major need in the field of mental health. Countless patients have suffered through incredibly long wait times in order to be seen by a mental health provider. As awareness for mental health increases around the nation, the need for more immediate treatment has never been greater and I fully believe that NPs have a very large role to play here. I have over 15 different NPs that I collaborate with at this time. I pride myself in being easy to work with and provide each NP with my direct cell and they can reach out at anytime. Conversations typically start with a quick text and we can schedule a phone call or video meeting from there if needed. The initial meeting is used for introductions and to assess each other's prescribing methods and approach to certain cases. I understand that supervision may not be needed for standard non-complicated cases and respect each NPs freedom to run their practice as they see fit. However, I have much experience in treating complicated cases so I urge NPs to never hesitate to reach out at any time, even if it is for a quick question. ADD $100 FOR OHIO AND ALABAMA. OH & AL MAY NOT BE USED AS AN ADD-ON STATE AND IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT. ADD $150 FOR MISSOURI. MO MAY NOT BE USED AS AN ADD-ON STATE AND IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT. ADD $100 FOR TENNESSEE.
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I have worked at multiple ED’s and clinics. I have collaborated with NPs in the past I am open to answering any and all questions without a judgmental attitude
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Dr. Etienne R. is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with 14 years of clinical experience providing comprehensive care across urgent care, primary care, and telemedicine. His diverse background has equipped him with the knowledge and flexibility to care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions while delivering efficient, evidence-based care in both in-person and virtual settings. Dr. Etienne R. began his career practicing in an urgent care setting, where he worked closely with and supervised a Nurse Practitioner, gaining valuable experience in collaborative practice and team-based care. He later transitioned to a primary care clinic, collaborating with multiple Physician Assistants to provide comprehensive preventive care, chronic disease management, and continuity of care for a diverse patient population. For the past 10 years, Dr. Etienne R. has practiced with a nationwide telemedicine organization, providing high-quality virtual urgent care services to patients across the country. His extensive telemedicine experience has led to licensure in multiple states, allowing him to effectively deliver accessible, patient-centered care while adapting to the evolving landscape of virtual healthcare. Areas of Expertise • Family Medicine • Primary Care • Urgent Care • Telemedicine & Virtual Care • Preventive Medicine • Acute Illness Evaluation & Treatment • Chronic Disease Management • Adult & Adolescent Primary Care • Evidence-Based Medicine • Virtual Urgent Care • Clinical Supervision & Collaborative Practice • Multistate Telehealth Care Dr. Etienne R. believes that strong physician–NP collaboration is built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect. Having supervised a Nurse Practitioner early in his career and collaborated closely with Physician Assistants in primary care, he understands the value of teamwork in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. His collaborative approach is supportive and accessible, with a focus on providing timely consultation, practical clinical guidance, and respectful communication while encouraging advanced practice providers to work confidently within their scope of practice. He values creating collaborative relationships that promote independent clinical decision-making while ensuring reliable physician support is always available when needed. With extensive experience in both traditional clinical practice and nationwide telemedicine, Dr. Etienne R. appreciates the importance of responsive communication, efficient workflows, and dependable collaboration. His goal is to build long-term partnerships with Nurse Practitioners that foster professional growth, enhance patient outcomes, and support the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based care. Dr. Etienne R. is not comfortable collaborating with providers who prescribe scheduled drugs or any treatments pertaining to reproductive health (e.g. Viagra, birth control, emergency contraception) or gender-affirming care.
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Dr. Geuka D. is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with over 11 years of experience practicing as a hospitalist across multiple healthcare systems in New York, Mississippi, and Ohio. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai – Queens Hospital Center in 2014 and has since built a strong track record managing complex inpatient cases in diverse hospital settings. Dr. Geuka D. has held hospitalist positions at institutions including Mississippi Baptist Health Systems, Good Samaritan Hospital (NY), Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital, and currently Trinity Health Medical Center in Ohio. His clinical experience spans high-volume inpatient services, acute care management, cross-cover coverage, and coordinated discharge planning. He is licensed in New York, Ohio, and New Jersey, and maintains active DEA registration. Throughout his career, Dr. Geuka D. has demonstrated a commitment to patient-centered care, clinical efficiency, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration within hospital-based teams. His broad geographic and institutional experience has equipped his with adaptability and a practical, systems-oriented approach to inpatient medicine. Areas of Expertise • Hospital Medicine and Inpatient Internal Medicine • Acute Care Management • Complex Medical Admissions • Cross-Cover and Rapid Clinical Decision-Making • Chronic Disease Management in the Inpatient Setting • Care Coordination and Discharge Planning • Multistate Clinical Practice • Evidence-Based Internal Medicine • Clinical Documentation and Compliance • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Geuka D. values collaborative partnerships built on open communication, accessibility, and mutual respect. Having worked within multiple hospital systems, he recognizes that effective patient care depends on strong teamwork among physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, specialists, and care coordinators. He is committed to supporting collaborative practice models by sharing his clinical expertise, providing thoughtful case input when needed, and maintaining clear, timely communication. Dr. Geuka D. believes that collaboration enhances patient safety, strengthens clinical confidence, and promotes consistent, high-quality care delivery across inpatient environments.
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Dr. Vincent J. is a board-certified internist with extensive clinical, executive, and supervisory experience spanning primary care, public health, managed care, complex patient populations, and functional, integrative anti-aging and rejuvenative medicine. He has practiced internal medicine for over two decades and has held numerous senior leadership roles, including Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer positions within major health systems, insurance organizations, and community health centers. His background reflects a deep commitment to health policy, population health, and the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse clinical environments. In addition to direct patient care, Dr. Vincent J. finds NP and PA supervision to be one of the most professionally rewarding aspects of his medical and healing practice. He brings a broad and integrative scope of experience, blending traditional internal medicine with preventive, public health–driven, and innovative therapeutic approaches. His work spans medically complex populations, HIV/AIDS care, substance use treatment programs, special populations, and underserved communities. As a mentor and collaborator, Dr. Vincent J. is approachable, supportive, and deeply invested in helping advanced practice providers grow with confidence while maintaining strong clinical standards. Areas of Expertise • Internal Medicine and Primary Care • Population Health and Health Policy • Medical Leadership and Clinical Governance • Managed Care and Utilization Management • HIV/AIDS Medicine and Immunology • Substance Use and Special Populations Care • Preventive, Integrative, and Anti-Aging Medicine • Public Health Systems and Community-Based Care • Quality Improvement and Clinical Oversight • NP and PA Supervision and Clinical Mentorship • Anti-aging and Rejuvinative Medicine Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Vincent J. believes that collaborative practice is foundational to effective, ethical, and sustainable healthcare delivery. He views NP and PA supervision as a partnership rooted in mutual respect, open communication, and shared accountability for patient outcomes. His supervisory style emphasizes accessibility, clinical insight, and practical guidance, drawing on a wide-ranging background in both conventional medicine and advanced therapeutic approaches. By fostering autonomy while offering dependable support, Dr. Vincent J. empowers advanced practice providers to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care while continually expanding their clinical skills and professional confidence.
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Dr. Rumen S. is a dual board-certified psychiatrist in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry with over 25 years of experience delivering comprehensive mental health care across the full lifespan—from infancy through adulthood. With a rare combination of clinical depth and breadth, he is recognized for his ability to manage complex psychiatric conditions while adapting care to diverse patient populations and practice environments. Dr. Rumen S. completed specialized training in Infant Psychiatry at Tulane University School of Medicine, placing him among a select group of psychiatrists nationwide with advanced expertise in early childhood mental health and development. This unique background allows him to approach psychiatric care with a deep understanding of developmental, psychological, and family dynamics from the earliest stages of life. Throughout his career, Dr. Rumen S. has practiced in a wide range of clinical settings, including community mental health centers, hospital-based outpatient clinics, private practice, integrated behavioral health programs, emergency psychiatric services, and telepsychiatry. He has extensive experience serving underserved and rural populations, including nearly a decade providing psychiatric care in Alaska. His leadership experience includes serving as Medical Director for a behavioral health organization, where he oversaw clinical operations and telepsychiatry services. An early adopter of telepsychiatry since 2014, Dr. Rumen S. is highly experienced in multi-state practice and holds active medical licenses across more than 30 U.S. jurisdictions through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) and individual state licensure. He is well-versed in supporting scalable, compliant psychiatric care delivery across state lines. Dr. Rumen S.’s clinical expertise spans a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, psychotic disorders, and complex diagnostic presentations. He is also highly experienced in psychopharmacology, including the management of controlled substances such as stimulants, benzodiazepines, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotic medications. Areas of Expertise: • General & Child/Adolescent Psychiatry (Full Lifespan Care) • Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health • ADHD, Anxiety, Depression & Trauma-Related Disorders • Psychotic Disorders & Complex Diagnostic Cases • Psychopharmacology & Controlled Substance Management (Schedules II–V) • Substance Use Disorders & Co-Occurring Conditions • Telepsychiatry & Multi-State Practice (30+ Jurisdictions) • Emergency Psychiatry & Integrated Behavioral Health • Clinical Leadership & Medical Directorship • NP Supervision, Teaching & Mentorship Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Rumen S. believes that effective collaboration is grounded in mutual respect, accessibility, and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. He values a hands-on, responsive approach, offering timely clinical guidance, regular chart reviews, and meaningful case discussions to support Nurse Practitioners at all stages of their careers. He emphasizes open communication and practical, real-world support—ensuring that providers have access to expert input when managing complex cases, prescribing decisions, or diagnostic challenges. While providing structured oversight, he respects the autonomy and clinical judgment of Nurse Practitioners, adapting his level of involvement to meet the needs of each individual provider. Passionate about teaching and mentorship, Dr. Rumen S. views collaboration as an opportunity for shared learning and professional growth. His goal is to foster a supportive, reliable partnership that enhances clinical confidence, ensures compliance, and ultimately improves patient outcomes across all care settings. ADD $100 FOR ALABAMA ADD$ 25 FOR LOUISIANA ADD $50 FOR OHIO
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Dr. Kenneth R. is a board-certified Emergency Medicine (specialty physician) with over 25 years of clinical and leadership experience spanning emergency medicine, urgent care, telemedicine, and physician supervision. A graduate of Eastern Virginia Medical School, Dr. Kenneth R. completed his Emergency Medicine residency at Michigan State University’s Butterworth Hospital/Corewell Health, where he also served as an AeroMed Flight Physician. He is the founder and former owner of PrimeCare Urgent Care, an independent urgent care center he successfully led for fourteen years before its acquisition by Piedmont Urgent Care, one of the largest urgent care networks in the United States. Dr. Kenneth R. continued to serve as Site Medical Director following the acquisition, ensuring continuity of quality and operational excellence. Currently, Dr. Kenneth R. provides telemedicine consultations, APP supervision, and business advisory services across multiple states. He also co-founded UrgentCareByPhone.com, an online urgent care platform launched in 2024, reflecting his ongoing commitment to innovation and accessible, patient-centered healthcare. Dr. Kenneth R. holds 48 active state medical licenses plus D.C., along with an Interstate Medical Licensure Compact certification, enabling him to collaborate and practice nationwide. His professional background includes academic appointments, such as serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia, and active involvement in national quality improvement initiatives, including the CRUSADE Registry for cardiac care outcomes. Areas of Expertise • Emergency Medicine & Urgent Care Medicine • Telemedicine & Virtual Healthcare Delivery • Occupational & Primary Care Medicine • APP (NP/PA) Supervision & Clinical Leadership • Medical Business Development & Operations • Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Kenneth R. approaches collaboration with accessibility, mentorship, and mutual respect at the forefront. Having supervised numerous advanced practice providers throughout his career, he values open communication and supports NPs and PAs in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care with confidence. His philosophy emphasizes teamwork and structured oversight that enhances professional autonomy while ensuring patient safety and operational excellence. FOR ALABAMA AND TENNESSEE, ADD $50.
Licensed to collaborate with Alabama nurse practitioners
Introduction to Collaborative Practice
Collaborative practice forms the backbone of advanced nursing in Alabama, enabling certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) to deliver patient care in partnership with licensed physicians. This model is carefully regulated by the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, which sets the standards and qualifications required for both parties to enter into a collaborative practice agreement. Before a CRNP and physician can begin practicing together, the physician must complete and submit a collaborative practice form to the board, along with the required collaborative practice fees. These fees are non-refundable and must be paid in full at the time of application.
Alabama at a Glance
Element | Details |
Practice Authority Type | Collaborative Practice (CRNPs and CNMs) |
Collaboration Requirement | Required for CRNPs and CNMs; Not required for CRNAs or CNSs |
Supervising Physician Requirement | Yes, with written collaborative practice agreement |
Chart Review Requirement | As specified in collaborative protocols |
Prescriptive Authority | Legend drugs and specialty drugs per protocol; Controlled substances with physician authorization |
Governing Board | Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN) and State Board of Medical Examiners (BME) |
Physician License Requirement | Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Alabama |
Note: Both parties—the physician and the nurse practitioner—must be clearly identified in the collaborative practice agreement.
How Nurse Practitioner Practice Works in Alabama
Alabama’s regulatory framework distinguishes between different types of advanced practice nurses, creating different requirements for each specialty. The state recognizes four categories: CRNPs, CNMs, CRNAs, and CNSs. Importantly, only CRNPs and CNMs are required to maintain collaborative practice agreements with physicians.
Initial collaborative agreement application forms are available through the Board of Nursing and must be received and approved before practice can begin.
This distinction is crucial for understanding your obligations. If you’re a CRNP or CNM in Alabama, you cannot legally practice independently. However, the collaboration model doesn’t mandate physician presence at your facility during patient care—instead, it requires a structured professional relationship with clear protocols and accessible guidance.
Prescriptive Authority Agreement: What Matters
Your prescriptive authority agreement is the foundation of your practice independence within the collaborative framework. Here's what you absolutely need to include:
Clear Drug Categories: Identify which legend drugs you can prescribe independently and which require physician authorization before initiating
Controlled Substance Protocols: Document that initial doses of controlled substances and specialty medications require physician prescription, with your authority limited to maintenance doses per written protocol
Specialty Drug Formularies: If your practice involves specialty medications (psychiatric drugs, certain biologics, oncology agents), specify these in the agreement with corresponding physician oversight requirements
Emergency Medication Authority: Define what emergency medications and interventions you can initiate without prior physician approval
Drug Interaction Protocols: Establish how you'll manage complex medication interactions and when to consult with the physician
Documentation Standards: Specify how you'll document prescriptive decisions and maintain records that demonstrate physician oversight
Modification Procedures: Include language allowing you and your collaborating physician to update prescriptive authority as your experience and skills evolve
The agreement must be signed and approved by both you and your collaborating physician. While not required to be filed with the Alabama Board of Nursing, it's kept at your practice location and available for inspection during regulatory reviews.
Controlled Substance Prescribing Rules in Alabama
Alabama allows CRNPs to prescribe controlled substances, but with important limitations that define your scope. Understanding these boundaries is critical for staying compliant.
What You Can Prescribe: You can prescribe controlled substances if your collaborative practice agreement explicitly authorizes this activity and your collaborating physician has consented. However, there's a structural limitation: you typically cannot initiate controlled substance therapy independently. Instead, the physician must prescribe the initial dose, and you receive authority to continue maintenance therapy per the written protocol.
DEA Requirements: You must hold an active DEA registration in your name. The Alabama Board of Nursing tracks your prescriptive authority status, and the State Board of Medical Examiners monitors the collaborating physician's qualifications to oversee controlled substance prescribing.
State-Specific Restrictions: Alabama requires that controlled substance prescriptions include all necessary documentation, follow state controlled substance tracking systems if applicable, and be maintained in your patient records. Your protocols must clearly delineate which controlled substances fall within your authority and which require physician-directed therapy.
Documentation Expectations: Every controlled substance you prescribe must be accompanied by thorough clinical documentation justifying the decision, demonstrating that you evaluated alternatives, and showing that the therapy aligns with your collaborative practice agreement.
Collaborating Physician Rules and Limitations
Your relationship with your collaborating physician operates within specific state-defined parameters that protect both professional autonomy and patient safety.
Physician Qualifications: The Alabama Board of Medical Examiners establishes the qualifications physicians must meet to collaborate with CRNPs. The physician must hold an active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Alabama and demonstrate competence in the clinical area where they’ll provide collaborative oversight. The Board of Medical Examiners may decline to consider an application when the physician is under investigation for a potential violation of the Code of Alabama. Additionally, the collaborating physician must conduct quarterly quality assurance reviews and review at least 10% of the NP's patient charts.
Physical Presence Requirements: Alabama does not require the physician to be physically present at your practice location during patient care. This flexibility allows for remote collaboration, satellite clinics, and distributed healthcare delivery. However, the physician must be reasonably available for consultation when you need guidance on complex cases.
Specialty Alignment: While not strictly required, the physician’s specialty should align with your practice focus. A CRNP managing family medicine patients works best with a family medicine or internal medicine physician. A CRNP in a surgical specialty requires collaboration with someone competent in that surgical field.
Physician-to-NP Ratios: Alabama does not impose numerical limits on how many NPs a single physician can collaborate with. This means one physician can provide collaborative oversight to multiple NPs across different practice settings, provided the collaborative agreements clearly define each relationship and ensure appropriate oversight capacity.
Agreement Termination: If either you or your collaborating physician wishes to end the collaborative relationship, and the agreement is voluntarily terminated, the physician must notify the State Board of Medical Examiners in writing, including the date of termination.
Compliance Expectations You Should Not Ignore
Alabama's regulatory bodies conduct ongoing monitoring of collaborative practices to ensure patient safety and professional accountability. Understanding these compliance expectations helps you avoid regulatory issues that could jeopardize your license.
Chart Review Requirements: Your collaborating physician is expected to conduct periodic review of your patient charts, though the frequency isn't strictly dictated. Best practice suggests quarterly or biannual reviews, especially early in the collaborative relationship. These reviews verify that you're practicing within the agreed-upon scope, appropriately consulting on complex cases, and documenting your clinical reasoning adequately.
Protocol Adherence Audits: The Alabama Board of Nursing may audit your practice to verify compliance with your specific collaborative practice protocols. They examine whether you're prescribing within authorized categories, whether emergency interventions are appropriately documented, and whether you're seeking consultation when needed.
Meeting Requirements: No state-mandated frequency of meetings with your collaborating physician is specified, but your agreements typically outline expected communication patterns. You should maintain documented communication—emails, notes from phone consultations, or meeting records—that demonstrate active collaboration.
License Status Maintenance: You must maintain an active, unencumbered nursing license with current CRNP certification. Any disciplinary action, criminal conviction, or health issue affecting your ability to practice must be reported to the Alabama Board of Nursing. Similarly, your collaborating physician must maintain a current, unencumbered medical license.
Telemedicine and Remote Collaboration
Alabama's regulatory framework accommodates remote collaboration, recognizing that healthcare delivery increasingly happens across geographic distances. This flexibility is especially valuable in rural Alabama, where physician specialists may not be readily available locally.
Remote Supervision Models: You can practice at a location different from your collaborating physician's primary office. A patient visit conducted by you at a satellite clinic or rural health center can be supervised remotely by a physician based in a different city. The key requirement is that the physician remains accessible for consultation via telephone or video communication.
Telemedicine Patient Encounters: You can conduct patient visits via telehealth, with your collaborating physician available remotely for consultation. This model works well for follow-up visits, chronic disease management, and routine primary care. More complex scenarios or new patient evaluations may warrant different arrangements as specified in your collaborative agreement.
Technology Requirements: Ensure you have secure, HIPAA-compliant communication systems for consulting with your collaborating physician. Email, secure messaging systems, and encrypted video conferencing all qualify. Your documentation should reflect how you accessed guidance and what consultation occurred.
Protocol Adaptations: Your collaborative practice protocols should explicitly address telemedicine scenarios. Clarify which types of patient encounters can occur via telehealth, which require in-person evaluation, and how you'll document remote consultations with your collaborating physician.
What Does a Collaborating Physician Cost in Alabama
Understanding the financial aspects of collaboration helps you budget accurately and evaluate the true cost of practice operations.
No Standardized Fee: Alabama doesn't regulate what physicians can charge for collaborative services, resulting in significant variation across the state
Typical Range: Collaborating physicians generally charge $500–$3,000 monthly, though some charge annual flat fees instead
Hourly Consultation Models: Some physicians charge per hour for consultation time, ranging from $100–$300 per hour depending on their specialty and experience
Performance-Based Arrangements: Some agreements include shared revenue models where the physician receives a percentage of practice revenue rather than a fixed fee
Geographic Variation: Rural areas may see lower fees due to reduced competition, while urban centers command premium rates for specialized physician oversight
Experience Premium: Physicians with extensive NP collaboration experience often charge more than those new to the collaborative model
2026 Market Rate Breakdown
Here's how different collaboration models compare in the current Alabama market:
Collaboration Model | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Flexibility | Compliance Support |
Independent Collaborator (Per Hour) | $400–$800 | $4,800–$9,600 | High | Variable |
Group Practice Integration | $800–$1,500 | $9,600–$18,000 | Moderate | Strong |
Formal Service Agreement | $1,200–$2,000 | $14,400–$24,000 | Low | Excellent |
Hospital-Employed Collaborator | $600–$1,200 | $7,200–$14,400 | High | Strong |
NPCollaborator Network Partnership | $750–$1,300 | $9,000–$15,600 | Very High | Excellent |
Why NP Collaborator Is a Smarter Choice
Selecting your collaborating physician through a specialized platform offers distinct advantages over traditional methods:
Factor | Traditional Approach | |
Physician Selection Time | 3–6 months of networking and interviews | 1–2 weeks with pre-vetted candidates |
Cost Predictability | Highly variable; risk of overpaying | Transparent pricing; competitive rates |
Compliance Verification | Your responsibility to verify credentials | Automated verification and monitoring |
Agreement Management | DIY contracts or expensive attorney fees | Template agreements included |
Ongoing Support | Relationship managed entirely by you | Dedicated support for relationship issues |
Geographic Flexibility | Limited by local physician networks | Access to physicians across Alabama |
Contract Renegotiation | Difficult; often requires legal intervention | Simplified adjustment processes |
Finding the Right Collaborating Physician in Alabama
The process of identifying and securing a collaborating physician relationship shapes your practice's trajectory. Understanding both traditional approaches and modern solutions helps you make an informed decision.
Traditional Networking: Reaching out to medical societies, contacting hospitals, and leveraging professional connections takes time but can yield trusted relationships. However, this approach often surfaces only physicians already established locally, limiting your options.
Direct Contact Approach: Approaching physicians directly at practices, clinics, or hospitals allows face-to-face conversation but often results in rejection. Physicians receive many such requests and may not have capacity or interest in collaborative relationships.
Specialty-Specific Challenges: If you're seeking a collaborator in a less common specialty—rural health, occupational medicine, telemedicine—traditional networks may not provide adequate options.
The Modern Solution: Specialized platforms like NPCollaborator.com connect NPs with pre-screened physicians who actively seek collaborative relationships. These platforms handle credential verification, manage initial negotiations, and provide ongoing support for the relationship, dramatically accelerating the process.
The value extends beyond speed. These platforms ensure you're matched with physicians who understand collaborative practice, are comfortable with your practice model, and offer competitive pricing. They provide contract templates that protect your interests while remaining fair to the physician, reducing legal costs.
Real-World Experience
"When I opened my NP-led urgent care clinic in Mobile, finding the right collaborating physician felt daunting. I spent three months calling local physicians, and most didn't even return my calls. One physician seemed interested but wanted $2,500 a month, which was unsustainable for a startup clinic. Through NPCollaborator.com, I was matched with Dr. Patricia Chen, a family medicine physician who had recently retired from full-time practice and was interested in occasional consultation work.." —
Marcus Thompson, CRNP, Mobile, AL
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I practice independently in Alabama as a CRNP?
A: No. Alabama requires CRNPs to maintain a collaborative practice agreement with a licensed physician. However, CRNAs and CNSs are not subject to this requirement, though CRNAs must function under the direction of a physician, podiatrist, or dentist. Alabama law prevents Nurse Practitioners from practicing to the full extent of their education and training, unlike full practice authority states.
Q: What if my collaborating physician moves or retires?
A: You’ll need to establish a new collaborative relationship before continuing practice as a CRNP. This typically requires 1–2 weeks if you use a platform like NPCollaborator.com, but could take months through traditional networking. The Board may grant temporary approval for continued practice during the transition period.
Q: Can I have multiple collaborating physicians?
A: Yes, some NPs maintain relationships with multiple physicians to cover different specialties or provide redundancy if one becomes unavailable. Ensure your practice agreements don’t conflict and that all parties understand the arrangement.
Q: How often must my collaborating physician review my charts?
A: Alabama doesn’t mandate a specific frequency, but quarterly reviews are standard practice. This should be defined in your collaborative practice agreement.
Q: Can my collaborating physician be located out of state?
A: No. Your collaborating physician must be licensed in Alabama to provide collaborative oversight to an Alabama-based NP.
Q: What’s the difference between a CRNP, CRNA, and CNS in Alabama?
A: CRNPs and CNMs require collaborative agreements; CRNAs don’t. CRNAs must function under immediate physician/podiatrist/dentist direction. CNSs cannot prescribe drugs or perform medical acts, and don’t require collaboration.
Q: What happens to my practice if my collaborating physician retires suddenly?
A: Your authority to practice as a CRNP ceases when the collaborative agreement ends. You have a reasonable transition period (typically 30–60 days) to find a new collaborator, during which you cannot see new patients but may continue with established patients with the Board’s permission. The Board may grant temporary approval for continued practice during this transition.
Final Thoughts
As you build or expand your NP practice in Alabama, don't underestimate the time and effort required to secure an effective collaborator. The difference between working with an engaged, accessible physician and struggling with an indifferent, unavailable one dramatically impacts your daily professional experience and practice profitability.
Consider leveraging modern resources like NPCollaborator.com to accelerate your collaborator search, access pre-screened physicians, and gain ongoing support for your collaborative relationship. The time saved and stress reduced often justify the platform investment multiple times over.
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