What percentage of physician reimbursement do Nurse Practitioners receive?

Nurse Practitioners (NPs) typically receive reimbursement at a rate of 85% of what physicians are paid for similar services under Medicare and many private insurance plans. This percentage reflects policy decisions intended to recognize the skills and competencies that NPs bring to patient care while also acknowledging that they are not the same as physicians in terms of training or scope of practice.

The 85% reimbursement rate is designed to incentivize the utilization of NPs in a variety of healthcare settings, particularly in primary care, where they can help fill gaps in patient care and add to the healthcare workforce. As healthcare continues to evolve, there may be further discussions around reimbursement parity, especially as the roles of NPs expand and their contributions to healthcare become more established.