Vermont is a full practice authority state—eventually. For a vermont nurse practitioner collaborative practice agreement, the rule is straightforward: you must complete 2,400 hours of practice over at least 24 months under a collaborative agreement with a licensed physician or qualified APRN who holds an active, unencumbered license and shares your role and population focus before you move to full practice authority.
What catches Vermont NPs off guard is the specificity of that last requirement: if your collaborating provider's scope does not match your intended practice, your agreement does not authorize the scope you plan to practice—and you may be practicing outside your sanctioned authority without realizing it. This guide is written for Vermont nurse practitioners working through that transition, whether you are setting up your first agreement, checking prescribing and telehealth limits, comparing collaboration pricing, or trying to vet a potential collaborating physician.
Get the structure right from day one, track your hours meticulously, and meet every controlled substance registration requirement, and Vermont's 2,400-hour runway delivers a genuinely clean independent practice on the other side. The sections below walk through the agreement structure, transition-hour rules, collaborator qualifications, controlled substance prescribing, compliance obligations, telehealth rules, market pricing, and how to find and evaluate a collaborator so you can avoid enforcement risk and reach independent practice without preventable delays.
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23 verified physicians ready to collaborate · Fees $449–$749/mo
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.
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Dr. Carolyn B. is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with extensive experience in general internal medicine, geriatrics, and post-acute long-term care. She brings decades of clinical, academic, and executive leadership experience across hospital, post-acute, occupational health, and telehealth settings. Licensed in more than 30 states, Dr. Carolyn B. is highly skilled in multistate practice and regulatory compliance, making her a strong partner for organizations operating across diverse care environments. Dr. Carolyn B. has held senior leadership roles in large healthcare systems and innovative health technology startups, including serving as Chief Medical Officer for a post-acute care platform and Senior Vice President for one of the nation’s largest skilled nursing operators. Her clinical background includes over a decade as a hospitalist and clinical faculty member at a major teaching hospital, where she provided comprehensive inpatient care while mentoring medical trainees. Currently, Dr. Carolyn B. serves as a Collaborating Physician supporting advanced practice providers in a remote setting and continues to provide occupational and primary care services through locum tenens assignments. Her career reflects a deep commitment to high-quality, coordinated care for aging and medically complex populations, supported by strong technical proficiency in modern healthcare systems and electronic medical records. Areas of Expertise • General Internal Medicine • Geriatrics and Complex Care Management • Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine • Hospital Medicine and Inpatient Services • Occupational Health and Workplace Medicine • Telehealth and Remote Care Delivery • Advanced Practice Provider Supervision • Multistate Medical Practice and Compliance • Skilled Nursing Facility Medical Oversight • Value-Based and Fee-for-Service Care Models • Clinical Operations and Healthcare Leadership • Electronic Health Records (Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, PointClickCare) • Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance • Chronic Disease Management • Continuing Medical Education and Clinical Training Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Carolyn B. believes that strong clinical partnerships are built on mutual respect, accountability, and shared commitment to patient-centered care. She values open communication, clearly defined clinical roles, and consistent adherence to regulatory and quality standards. In her collaborative work with advanced practice providers and multidisciplinary teams, she emphasizes mentorship, accessibility, and continuous improvement. Her approach focuses on aligning clinical excellence with operational efficiency, ensuring that patients receive coordinated, evidence-based care while organizations maintain compliance, scalability, and long-term sustainability.
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Dr. Adeeb R. is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and experienced Medical Director of multiple clinics with comprehensive clinical experience spanning primary care, mental health, urgent care, addiction-related care, holistic/functional medicine, hormone replacement/regenerative medicine, and chronic disease management. His practice background includes both outpatient and inpatient medicine, high-volume urgent care settings, multidisciplinary primary care environments, and extensive telemedicine work. In addition to his clinical roles, Dr. Adeeb R. has served as a Medical Director, providing leadership in clinical oversight, quality assurance, workflow optimization, and provider performance management. His work reflects a commitment to whole-person, evidence-based care with additional specialization in obesity medicine, hormone therapy, functional medicine, and integrative approaches to long-term health. Throughout his career, Dr. Adeeb R. has been deeply engaged in collaborative, team-based models of care. He has worked closely with nurse practitioners across diverse settings—ranging from structured training environments to independent clinical practice—offering mentorship, supervision, and clinical guidance. His leadership emphasizes clear communication, shared decision-making, and practical support of NP-led workflows through his background in program development and quality improvement. Dr. Adeeb R. is dedicated to empowering advanced practice providers and strengthening interdisciplinary care models to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Areas of Expertise • Primary Care & Chronic Disease Management • Urgent Care & Acute Illness Management • Mental Health & Behavioral Medicine • Obesity Medicine & Weight Management • Hormone Therapy & Functional Medicine • Addiction Medicine & Substance Use Care • Integrative & Preventive Health Approaches • Telemedicine & Remote Care Delivery • Clinical Leadership, Quality Assurance & Program Development Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Adeeb R. believes that strong physician–NP collaboration is essential to delivering efficient, high-quality care. His approach centers on evidence-based shared decision-making, open communication, and reliable access for clinical support. He is committed to fostering the autonomy and confidence of nurse practitioners while providing structured clinical oversight that enhances patient safety and practice standards. With a leadership style grounded in mentorship and systems improvement, Dr. Adeeb R. strives to build collaborative environments where NP-driven practices thrive and patients receive comprehensive, patient-centered care. ADD $200 FOR CA
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Dr. Don P. is an osteopathic physician with extensive experience in telemedicine and multi-state clinical collaboration, licensed across 18 U.S. states. He specializes in supporting nurse practitioner (NP) and physician assistant (PA)-led practices through compliant, efficient, and scalable care models. With a strong focus on private-pay and innovative healthcare delivery, Dr. Don P. brings a practical, systems-oriented approach to modern clinical operations. Dr. Don P.’s clinical expertise includes advanced biologic and regenerative therapies, such as stem cells, platelet lysates, exosomes, autologous fat transfer, and peptide-based treatments. He is also highly experienced in comprehensive diagnostic testing, including genetic profiling, microbiome analysis, toxicology screening, and infectious disease panels. In addition, he provides bioidentical hormone optimization, helping patients achieve improved health outcomes through personalized, data-driven care strategies. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Don P. is actively involved in training medical professionals in advanced injection techniques, supporting skill development and procedural excellence among providers. His work emphasizes integrating innovative therapies with safe, compliant medical practices while maintaining high standards of care across diverse clinical environments. Areas of Expertise: • Telemedicine & Multi-State Practice (18 Licenses) • NP & PA Collaboration / Supervision • Regenerative & Biologic Therapies (Stem Cells, Exosomes, Peptides) • Bioidentical Hormone Optimization • Advanced Diagnostic Testing (Genetics, Microbiome, Toxicology) • Autologous Fat Transfer & Injection Techniques • Private-Pay & Scalable Care Models • Clinical Compliance & Regulatory Alignment • Practice Operations & Workflow Optimization • Provider Training & Procedural Education Philosophy of Collaboration:Dr. Don P. believes that effective collaboration should be practical, efficient, and minimally disruptive to clinical workflow. He prioritizes a low-friction approach that supports providers in delivering high-quality care while maintaining autonomy and confidence in their clinical decision-making. He works closely with Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to ensure compliance, safety, and operational efficiency, offering guidance where needed without imposing unnecessary barriers. His collaborative style emphasizes accessibility, clear communication, and real-world solutions that align with the demands of modern, multi-state practice environments. Dr. Don P. is committed to helping practices grow sustainably by balancing clinical oversight with independence—creating partnerships that are both supportive and scalable while maintaining a strong focus on patient outcomes and regulatory excellence. FOR CA ADD $100 NO MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT AND CANNOT BE ADDED AS AN ADD-ON STATE.
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Dr. Jane S. is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with over 30 years of continuous outpatient clinical practice, primarily serving vulnerable and medically underserved populations. She is also board certified in Obesity Medicine and maintains multi-state licensure, allowing her to support care delivery across diverse geographic regions. Dr. Jane S. has held leadership roles including Medical Director, Chief Medical Officer, practice founder, and co-owner. She currently leads an advanced primary care model delivering virtual preventive services, chronic disease management, and acute care, with strong emphasis on quality metrics, behavioral health integration, and equitable access. She played a pivotal role in achieving NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition for a fully virtual practice and has extensive experience in workflow development, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary team leadership. Throughout her career, Dr. Jane S. has remained committed to evidence-based medicine guided by published clinical standards. Her professional mission centers on expanding healthcare access, improving care coordination, and delivering patient-centered services across both in-person and telehealth platforms. Areas of Expertise • Comprehensive Outpatient Family Medicine • Chronic Disease Management • Preventive Health and Evidence-Based Care • Obesity Medicine and Metabolic Health • Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations • Telehealth and Virtual Primary Care Delivery • Quality Improvement and Performance Metrics • NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Development • Behavioral Health Integration • Workflow Design and Clinical Operations • Medical Directorship and Regulatory Oversight • Interdisciplinary Team Leadership Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Jane S. values collaborative, respectful partnerships with Advanced Practice Clinicians and has worked alongside APCs throughout her career. She enjoys mentoring, teaching, and uplifting the work of nurse practitioners and physician assistants, helping them practice confidently and effectively within evidence-based frameworks. Her collaborative approach emphasizes clear communication, guideline-driven care, and coordinated team-based decision-making. She supports APCs practicing at the top of their license while maintaining shared accountability for patient safety, quality metrics, and continuity of care. Dr. Jane S. believes collaboration strengthens both access and outcomes—especially for vulnerable populations. By fostering supportive professional relationships and structured clinical oversight, she helps build sustainable care models that prioritize health equity, operational efficiency, and compassionate, patient-centered medicine. ADD $100 FOR CA AND MO. CA AND MO MAY NOT BE USED AS ADD-ON STATES AND NOT ELIGIBLE FOR MULTI-NP DISCOUNTS.
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Dr. Amy M – Board-Certified Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Specialist Expert in Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and Critical Care About Dr. Amy M Dr. Amy M is a double board-certified physician in Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, with more than 25 years of experience in complex respiratory and sleep disorders. She earned her medical degree and completed her residency and fellowships at the University of Missouri–Kansas City, where she also trained extensively in critical care and pulmonary physiology. Over the course of her career, Dr. Amy M has served as Medical Director for multiple accredited Sleep Disorders Centers across the U.S., including Ochsner Health System, Penn State Hershey, and PeaceHealth. She currently leads Own Sleep Medicine and continues to oversee operations and patient care at the Sleep Disorders Institute, where she has practiced for two decades. A recognized leader in the field, Dr. Amy M has held numerous committee and leadership positions with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, American College of Chest Physicians, and the National Sleep Foundation. Her publications and research have advanced understanding in sleep-disordered breathing, perioperative airway management, and the nonprescription treatment of insomnia. Areas of Expertise • Sleep Medicine and Sleep-Disordered Breathing • Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine • Insomnia, Restless Leg Syndrome, and Narcolepsy • CPAP Therapy and Perioperative Airway Management • Clinical Research and Policy Development • Supervision and Mentorship of Nurse Practitioners Collaboration Philosophy Dr. Amy M brings a collaborative, evidence-based approach to practice. Her years of experience leading interdisciplinary teams make her a supportive, highly responsive partner for nurse practitioners. She focuses on fostering autonomy and clinical confidence while ensuring that patient safety and outcomes remain paramount. Professional Highlights • Medical Director, Own Sleep Medicine (2019–Present) • Department Chair, Ochsner Health System (2020–2023) • Medical Director, PeaceHealth (2013–2020) • Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians • Chair, Clinical Practice Review Committee, American Academy of Sleep Medicine • Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications on sleep and pulmonary medicine ADD $100 FOR CA AND GA. CA AND GA MAY NOT BE USED AS AN ADD-ON STATE. NO MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNTS FOR CA AND GA.
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Emergency Medicine | Virtual Urgent Care Leader | NP-Centered Collaboration About Dr. Brandi G Dr. Brandi G is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with 15+ years of frontline and telehealth experience. She has led virtual urgent care programs and helped build NP-friendly workflows for rapid triage, evidence-based treatment, and smooth handoffs. As a collaborating physician, she’s accessible, practical, and team-first. Dr. G prioritizes clear protocols, quick turnaround on chart reviews, and right-sized oversight that protects NP autonomy while mitigating risk—especially in fast-moving urgent care and telemedicine environments. Areas of Expertise • Urgent Care & ED Triage (adult & adolescent) • Telemedicine & Virtual Urgent Care program design and oversight • Protocols for minor injuries, infections, and cardiac/arrhythmia evaluation • Stabilization & safe disposition (including behavioral health presentations) • Point-of-care diagnostics and risk stratification in resource-variable settings • Collaborative supervision of NPs in high-volume clinics and virtual hubs If you’re seeking a responsive collaborator who understands urgent care realities and telehealth operations, Dr. Brandi G offers a steady partner focused on efficiency, safety, and NP empowerment. ADD $100 FOR CALIFORNIA. NO MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT FOR CA. CA CANNOT BE USED AS AN ADD-ON STATE REQUIRES REVIEW OF NP'S CV AND PROTOCOLS BEFORE DECIDING TO TAKE THE INTRO MEETING.
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Dr. Fahad A. is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with over 11 years of clinical experience providing comprehensive care across a wide variety of healthcare settings, including primary care, urgent care, inpatient medicine, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, and telemedicine. He earned his medical degree from the Temple University School of Medicine in 2012 and completed his Family Medicine residency at Chestnut Hill Hospital. Throughout his career, Dr. Fahad A. has built a well-rounded clinical foundation caring for diverse patient populations in both acute and longitudinal care environments. Over the past three years, Dr. Fahad A. has focused primarily on telemedicine, providing accessible, patient-centered care in urgent care medicine, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), men’s health, weight management, and primary care services. His experience in virtual care has allowed him to develop efficient, practical, and highly adaptable care models that prioritize both clinical quality and patient convenience. Dr. Fahad A. values balanced, sustainable healthcare delivery and understands the importance of maintaining both professional excellence and personal well-being. His collaborative experience with nurse practitioners throughout his career has reinforced his belief that team-based care is essential to improving healthcare access and patient outcomes. Areas of Expertise • Telemedicine and virtual care delivery • Urgent care and acute outpatient management • Primary care and preventive medicine • Men’s health and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) • Weight loss and metabolic health management • Chronic disease management • Rehabilitation and post-acute care • Nursing facility and geriatric care • Outpatient family medicine • Clinical workflow efficiency and patient-centered care • Collaborative practice with nurse practitioners and multidisciplinary teams Philosophy of Collaboration Dr. Fahad A. believes the best healthcare outcomes are achieved through respectful, team-based collaboration built on communication, trust, and shared clinical responsibility. Having worked alongside nurse practitioners across multiple care settings throughout his career, he values the important role NPs play in expanding access to high-quality healthcare. His collaboration style is approachable, practical, and supportive. He prioritizes accessibility, timely communication, and clear clinical guidance while respecting NP autonomy and individual clinical judgment. Dr. Fahad A. aims to foster partnerships that feel collaborative rather than restrictive, creating an environment where providers feel supported and confident in delivering patient care. With experience across inpatient, outpatient, urgent care, rehabilitation, nursing home, and telemedicine settings, Dr. Fahad A. brings a flexible and well-rounded perspective to collaborative practice. His goal is to help NP-led practices operate efficiently, safely, and compliantly while maintaining a strong focus on patient-centered care and sustainable clinical workflows. FOR CA AND MO ADD $75 NO MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT AND CANNOT BE ADDED AS AN ADD-ON STATE.
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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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Dual Board-Certified in Internal Medicine & Obesity Medicine | Experienced Medical Director | Telehealth & Mental Health Expertise About Dr. Emill L. Dr. Emill L. is a dual board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine with over 15 years of experience across hospital medicine, telehealth, and outpatient care. Originally from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Dr. L. graduated summa cum laude from Iberoamerican University and completed his residency at Lincoln Medical Center in New York, affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. L. has held numerous leadership roles including Chief of Medicine and Director of Hospital Medicine at AdventHealth Heartland Division, where he also served as faculty for both Internal Medicine and Family Medicine residency programs. His clinical work includes experience in adult mental health, particularly managing anxiety, depression, and complex chronic disease with behavioral health components. He is certified as a Healthcare Executive Leadership Fellow and formerly board-certified in Health Care Quality and Management with a subspecialty in Physician Advising. Currently licensed in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico, Dr. L. offers highly accessible telehealth collaboration. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he brings a multicultural, patient-centered approach to care and collaboration. Areas of Expertise • Internal Medicine & Chronic Disease Management • Obesity Medicine & Lifestyle Interventions • Adult Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia) • Hospitalist & Acute Care Experience • Telemedicine & Multi-State Clinical Oversight • NP Supervision & Interdisciplinary Collaboration • Bilingual Care (English & Spanish) • Training & Mentorship for Clinical Teams Dr. L. is known for his collaborative style, clinical thoroughness, and dedication to expanding access to high-quality care—making him a trusted partner for nurse practitioners in diverse practice settings. ADD $100 FOR CALIFORNIA. CA CAN NOT BE AN ADD-ON STATE. IF PRESCRIBING ANY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCED, ADD $99 TO THE MONTHLY FEE (NOT JUST SCHEDULE II)
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As a physician with over 25 years of experience serving as a collaborating physician for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs), I bring a deep understanding of interdisciplinary healthcare delivery and a steadfast commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of partnering with advanced practice providers in diverse clinical settings, fostering collaborative environments that prioritize patient outcomes and professional growth. My role has consistently included supervising, mentoring, and supporting NPs and PAs to ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, promote evidence-based practices, and facilitate seamless coordination of care. This collaborative approach has not only enhanced the quality of care provided but has also empowered my colleagues to excel in their respective roles. Key highlights of my experience include: Extensive Clinical Oversight: Providing clinical guidance and oversight across a range of specialties, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering autonomy among team members. Commitment to Education and Development: Serving as a resource and mentor for NPs and PAs, offering constructive feedback and facilitating continuing education opportunities to enhance clinical competencies. Focus on Patient-Centered Care: Championing a patient-first approach by emphasizing communication, empathy, and shared decision-making within the care team. In addition to my extensive experience, I am adept at navigating the administrative and regulatory complexities associated with collaborative practice agreements, ensuring that all requirements are met with the highest level of professionalism.
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Dr. Huma M. is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with additional board certifications in Obesity Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, bringing over 15 years of clinical experience in outpatient primary care and more than five years in telemedicine. She specializes in delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care across both in-person and virtual settings, with a strong focus on chronic disease management, preventive care, and sustainable health optimization. Throughout her career, Dr. Huma M. has managed a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, thyroid disorders, and obesity. She has particular expertise in obesity medicine, including the use of GLP-1 therapies, and integrates lifestyle-based interventions to support long-term patient outcomes. Her clinical approach emphasizes precision in diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and proactive health maintenance. Dr. Huma M. has extensive experience in telehealth, currently providing full-spectrum primary care services through virtual platforms, where she manages both acute and chronic conditions while delivering preventive counseling and coordinated care. Her background also includes value-based care models, risk adjustment evaluations, and care gap identification, supporting improved population health outcomes and healthcare efficiency. In addition to her clinical expertise, Dr. Huma M. is multilingual—fluent in English, Urdu, and Hindi—allowing her to effectively communicate with diverse patient populations. She is highly proficient in multiple electronic health record systems and is licensed across more than 30 U.S. states, enabling her to provide scalable, accessible care across a broad geographic footprint. Areas of Expertise • Internal Medicine & Primary Care • Obesity Medicine & GLP-1 Weight Management • Lifestyle Medicine & Preventive Health • Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Thyroid Disorders) • Telemedicine & Virtual Care Delivery • Urgent Care & Acute Condition Management • Population Health & Risk Adjustment • Multilingual Patient Communication • EHR Systems & Digital Health Integration Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Huma M. believes that high-quality healthcare is built on collaboration, clear communication, and shared accountability. She values working closely with nurse practitioners and multidisciplinary teams to ensure that patient care is comprehensive, coordinated, and evidence-based. Her collaborative approach emphasizes accessibility, practical clinical guidance, and respect for provider autonomy. She supports clinicians in managing both routine and complex cases while maintaining compliance and high standards of care. By fostering a supportive and team-oriented environment, Dr. Huma M. helps ensure strong clinical outcomes and a seamless patient experience across care settings.
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Dr. Avni P. is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with extensive multidisciplinary experience spanning emergency and urgent care, psychiatry, utilization review, telemedicine, and occupational health. With a broad clinical scope and a career that includes both frontline patient care and systems-level medical decision-making, Dr. Avni P. brings a highly versatile and adaptive approach to modern healthcare delivery. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Augusta University Medical Center and has additional clinical training in psychiatry and radiology. Over the years, she has served in diverse roles including Medical Director positions within veteran healthcare systems, physician roles in state psychiatric hospitals, and medical officer assignments with both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. Her experience also includes extensive telemedicine practice and utilization review work across multiple organizations, where she has applied evidence-based criteria such as Milliman and ACOEM guidelines to determine appropriate levels of care and medical necessity. Dr. Avni P. holds active medical licenses across numerous U.S. states, reflecting her significant involvement in nationwide telehealth and utilization review services. Areas of Expertise • Emergency & Urgent Care Medicine • Family Medicine (Board Certified) • Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Integration • Utilization Review & Medical Necessity Determination • Workman’s Compensation & Occupational Health • Telemedicine & Virtual Care Delivery • Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Patient Management • Evidence-Based Care Guidelines (Milliman, ACOEM) • Peer-to-Peer Physician Consultation • Veterans Health & Military Medicine • Clinical Decision Support & Level of Care Determination • Multistate Telehealth Practice & Compliance Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Avni P. brings a pragmatic and highly communicative approach to collaboration, shaped by years of working across emergency settings, telemedicine platforms, utilization review organizations, and multidisciplinary care teams. She has extensive experience conducting peer-to-peer consultations, working closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to arrive at clinically sound and mutually aligned care decisions. Her collaboration style emphasizes clarity, efficiency, and evidence-based reasoning—particularly when determining medical necessity, level of care, or treatment pathways. She values open dialogue and believes that effective collaboration is rooted in shared clinical understanding, respect for each provider’s role, and a commitment to patient-centered outcomes. Having worked extensively with advanced practice providers in both direct care and review-based roles, Dr. Avni P. supports a team-based care model where nurse practitioners and physician assistants are empowered to deliver high-quality care, with physician collaboration serving as a resource for complex decision-making, regulatory guidance, and quality assurance. Her goal in collaborative settings is to streamline care delivery, reduce unnecessary variation, and ensure that patients receive appropriate, timely, and evidence-based treatment across all care environments.
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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.
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Dr. Stotland Board is certified in the subspecialty of Occupational Medicine under the American Board of Preventive Medicine and licensed in all 50 states and Washington D.C. with a Master's in Public Health. He prioritizes holistic health and focuses on evidence-based medical guidelines approaches to minimize and reduce hospitalizations, complications of disease and improve overall life expectancy, mortality and quality of live. He has developed a niche in services of holistic and alternative health including nutrition therapy, chronic care management, non invasive pain reduction and wellness therapies. He is an expert in the field of collaboration and telemedicine with many years of executive leadership on a national level for medical directorship, mid level oversight and chief medical officer.
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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 am a board-certified Family and Addiction Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience spanning primary care, occupational health, aerospace medicine, and behavioral health. Licensed in all 50 states, I currently serve as Chief Medical Officer at Better U and CEO of Bespoke Concierge MD, where I design patient-centered care models and manage multidisciplinary provider networks across both telehealth and in-person settings. My background includes extensive collaboration with nurse practitioners and physician assistants in hospital, ambulatory, and virtual environments, emphasizing mentorship, quality oversight, and supportive team dynamics. As a Flight Surgeon in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, I bring operational medicine expertise and a commitment to service, while my Harvard healthcare leadership training and active involvement in professional societies reflect my dedication to advancing both patient care and provider collaboration. I am passionate about building high-functioning clinical teams and fostering an environment where advanced practice providers can thrive. ADD $100 TO OVERALL FEES FOR TN AND GA
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Licensed to collaborate with Vermont nurse practitioners
At-a-Glance: Vermont Nurse Practitioners Practice Authority
Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
Practice Authority Level | Full (after transition period) |
CPA Required | Yes — during 2,400-hour transition |
Transition Hours (Primary Role) | 2,400 hours over minimum 24 months |
Transition Hours (Second Role/Population Focus) | 1,600 hours over minimum 12 months |
Collaborating Provider Requirement | Physician or APRN with same role/population focus; active unencumbered license |
Physician Ratio Limit | None specified |
State CS Registration | Yes — Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) |
DEA Registration | Required |
PDMP Enrollment | Mandatory |
CS-Specific CE | 2 hours every 2 years |
NLC Member | Yes |
The Cost of Getting This Wrong
Vermont's transition period appears straightforward until NPs encounter its specific compliance requirements. Four areas carry the most enforcement risk.
Collaborating Provider Scope Mismatch. Vermont law requires that your collaborating provider share the same role and population focus as your intended practice. An FNP seeking to practice adult primary care must collaborate with a physician or APRN whose scope includes adult primary care. Collaborating with a physician in an adjacent but non-matching specialty can put you in violation of your transition agreement—and potentially leave you practicing outside your authorized scope without legal protection.
Incomplete Hours Tracking. Your 2,400 hours must be documented and verifiable. Vermont's Board of Nursing expects NPs to produce records of transition hours if audited. Many NPs discover at the end of their transition period that their informal tracking does not meet board documentation standards. Start a formal hours log on day one.
Missing the State CS Registration. Vermont requires a state-level controlled substance registration through the Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) in addition to your APRN license and DEA number. This is a separate, state-specific registration step. Prescribing controlled substances without it is a regulatory violation.
Missing CS-Specific CE. Vermont requires 2 hours of continuing education specifically focused on controlled substance prescribing every two years. This is independent of—and cumulative with—the federal MATE Act's 8-hour training requirement. Many NPs assume completing the MATE Act requirement satisfies Vermont's CS CE. It does not.
Collaborative Agreement Content Requirements
Vermont's transition requirement is governed by 26 V.S.A. § 1734 and regulations of the Vermont Board of Nursing. Structural requirements for a compliant transition agreement:
Duration. The transition-to-practice period requires at least 2 years: a minimum of 2,400 hours of practice under a collaborative agreement over a minimum of 24 calendar months. The time minimum is non-negotiable: you cannot complete the transition in less than 24 months even if you accumulate hours faster. For a second population focus or role, the transition is 1,600 hours over a minimum of 12 months.
Collaborating Provider Qualifications. Your collaborating provider must: be a licensed physician or an APRN; hold the same role and population focus as your intended practice scope; possess an active, unencumbered license; and be available for consultation and case review during your transition period. The same-scope requirement is strictly interpreted—verify alignment before executing the agreement.
Agreement Content. A compliant Vermont transition agreement should specify the practice setting and geographic coverage area, the collaborating provider's contact information and availability, the population focus and scope of practice covered, the mechanism for case consultation and chart review, and the process for managing your practice if the collaborating provider becomes unavailable or loses licensure. The collaborative agreement form should have the core components of the relationship clearly outlined, including consultation and case review expectations. In practice, the development of this document should be handled carefully rather than treated as an informal step.
Transition to Full Authority. Once you complete 2,400 hours over a minimum of 24 months, you transition to full independent practice authority. No additional collaborative agreement is required. Your practice scope expands to the full extent of your APRN role and population certification without any physician oversight structure.
Controlled Substances Rules
Vermont APRNs may prescribe Schedule II–V controlled substances. The required credential stack:
State CS Registration. Vermont requires a state-level controlled substance registration through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR), separate from your APRN license and your DEA number. Apply through the OPR licensing portal with your active Vermont APRN license, and submit the required registration materials there before prescribing controlled substances. This registration must be in place before you prescribe any controlled substance in Vermont.
Federal DEA Registration. Standard federal requirement for any prescriber of Schedule II–V substances.
PDMP Compliance. Vermont maintains a mandatory PDMP. Prescribers must register with and use the PDMP to check patient prescription histories as a condition of prescribing controlled substances, consistent with applicable Vermont guidelines and board guidance. These checks are crucial for compliant prescribing.
CS-Specific CE. Vermont requires 2 hours of CE specifically focused on controlled substance prescribing every two years. This is separate from and cumulative with the federal MATE Act's 8-hour training requirement.
MATE Act. Federal 8-hour training on substance use disorders, pain management, and addiction is required for all DEA-registered prescribers.
Electronic Prescribing. Vermont requires electronic prescribing for controlled substances.
During the Transition Period. Your authority to prescribe controlled substances during transition may be constrained by the scope of your collaborative agreement. Ensure your agreement explicitly authorizes CS prescribing within your practice scope and is signed and accepted before you rely on it for controlled substance prescribing authority.
Physician Ratio & Geography
Vermont does not impose physician-to-NP ratios. However, the geographic scope of your collaborative agreement may indirectly constrain where you practice during the transition period. If you work at multiple sites, confirm that your agreement covers all locations where you intend to practice.
After completing the 2,400-hour transition and reaching full practice authority, all geographic constraints tied to the collaborative agreement dissolve entirely.
Ongoing Compliance and Nurse Licensure Compact
During the transition period:
Maintain active collaborative agreement with a qualifying provider
Track and document transition hours in a format acceptable to the Vermont Board of Nursing
Comply with collaborating provider's availability and consultation requirements
Complete 2 hours of CS-specific CE every two years
Maintain state CS registration through the OPR
Comply with PDMP requirements for all controlled substance prescribing
After completing the transition and reaching full practice authority:
No collaborative agreement required
Continue state CS registration, PDMP compliance, and CS-specific CE
Maintain DEA registration
Complete APRN renewal CE requirements as set by the Vermont Board of Nursing
If advanced practice registered nurses have been inactive, they must complete 960 hours over five years to reestablish recent practice eligibility
If you graduated more than two years ago, Vermont expects recent nursing practice to be demonstrated for licensure or continued eligibility
Telemedicine
Vermont permits telehealth practice for licensed APRNs. In-state telehealth services must meet the same clinical and prescribing standards as in-person care.
For out-of-state providers treating Vermont patients, Vermont requires either a full Vermont APRN license or a telehealth-specific registration: an Interim Telehealth Registration (currently available for out-of-state providers in good standing) or, under future permanent rules, a tiered system distinguishing a Telehealth Registration (up to 10 patients per 120-day period) from a Telehealth License (up to 20 patients per two-year term).
For controlled substance prescribing via telehealth, federal flexibilities through December 31, 2026, allow Schedule II–V prescriptions without a prior in-person visit. Vermont's PDMP check requirements and electronic prescribing mandate apply regardless of whether prescribing occurs in-person or via telehealth.
During the transition period, telehealth visits count toward your 2,400-hour requirement provided the visits fall within the scope of your collaborative agreement and are appropriately documented.
Pricing & Market Analysis
Vermont's 2,400-hour transition requirement creates a real market for qualified collaborating physicians or other nurse practitioners—and a real cost that NPs must budget for across the minimum 24-month period.
Vermont's relatively small provider market and the strict "same role/population focus" requirement can make finding a qualifying collaborator more challenging—and therefore more costly—than in larger states with broader physician pools. This supply-demand dynamic pushes Vermont collaboration rates above national averages.
Typical market rates for Vermont transition-period collaboration:
Monthly flat fee: $300–$600/month
Per-chart review: $15–$25/chart
Full 24-month transition at monthly rate: approximately $7,200–$14,400 total
Compensation benchmarks can vary by region and by report source.
Arrangement | Market Average | NPCollaborator |
|---|---|---|
Monthly flat fee (transition period) | $300–$600/month | From $200/month |
Per-chart review | $15–$25/chart | Varies by physician |
Full 24-month transition (total cost) | $7,200–$14,400 | From $4,800 |
NPCollaborator lists physicians across specialties willing to enter Vermont transition agreements. A key advantage of using a structured platform: you can verify that a physician's specialty and population focus matches your required collaboration scope before initiating contact—a critical filter given Vermont's same-scope requirement, and one that can improve access to potential collaborators in Vermont's smaller market.
How to Find a Physician
Vermont's "same role and population focus" requirement significantly narrows the qualified collaborator pool, and understanding this match is essential to interpreting Vermont's collaborator rules. When searching, prioritize these factors above all others:
Match on specialty and population focus first. A physician or APRN in a non-matching specialty does not satisfy Vermont's requirement regardless of their overall qualifications. Confirm scope explicitly before proceeding.
Confirm license status. Your collaborating provider must hold an active, unencumbered Vermont license. Verify directly through the Vermont Board of Medical Practice or the OPR licensing portal, and use official resources from boards or professional organizations before executing any agreement.
Assess consultation availability. Vermont's transition structure requires genuine accessibility for case consultation, not just a signature on an agreement. Evaluate whether the provider can realistically be available during your working hours.
Geographic proximity matters less than specialty match. Vermont's small size means that a physician in Burlington may be willing to collaborate with an NP practicing in a more rural part of the state via telehealth consultation—especially for review and consultation functions.
NPCollaborator allows you to filter by specialty, state, and availability. Given Vermont's requirement specificity, a structured platform search is more reliable than informal professional network recruitment. Reviewing examples of compliant collaboration setups or templates from professional organizations can also help inform the search and agreement process.
Physician Vetting Checklist
Active, unencumbered Vermont license (physician or APRN)—verified at Vermont OPR
Same role and population focus as your intended practice scope—confirmed explicitly
Board-certified in relevant specialty
No prior disciplinary actions (verify at Vermont Board of Medical Practice or OPR)
Availability for consultation during your practice hours—not just on-call
Understands Vermont's 2,400-hour/24-month minimum transition structure
Willing to document collaborative activity in a format acceptable to the Vermont Board of Nursing
Written agreement specifying scope, hours-tracking mechanism, consultation process, and compensation, with key elements clearly outlined in the document
Malpractice coverage includes collaborative role during transition period
Contingency plan documented if collaborating provider becomes unavailable or loses licensure, including clear delegation and coverage responsibilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Vermont transition period last?
A minimum of 24 calendar months and 2,400 hours, whichever takes longer. You cannot complete the transition in less than 24 months even if you accumulate hours faster through full-time practice.
Can my collaborating provider be another APRN?
Yes. Vermont allows a qualified APRN with the same role and population focus and an active, unencumbered license to serve as your collaborating provider—it does not have to be a physician.
Does a second specialty or population focus require a separate transition period?
Yes. Adding a second population focus or role requires an additional 1,600 hours of practice under a new collaborative agreement covering that scope over a minimum of 12 months.
What does Vermont require for APRN licensure?
Vermont requires graduate education for APRN licensure, including a graduate degree from an approved program, and accepts national certification from AANP, ANCC, and NCC. Many nurse practitioners complete an msn as the common graduate degree path.
Do telehealth visits count toward my 2,400 transition hours?
Yes, provided they fall within your collaborative agreement's scope and are appropriately documented in your hours log.
What is the state CS registration and where do I get it?
Vermont requires a state-level CS registration through the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation. Apply through the OPR licensing portal with your active APRN license. This is in addition to your DEA registration and must be in place before you prescribe any controlled substance in Vermont.
Can I prescribe controlled substances during the transition period?
Yes, within the scope authorized by your collaborative agreement and subject to your state CS registration and DEA registration being in place.
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