The How to Create a Telemedicine Practice Course 

About the Course

Telemedicine has transformed healthcare, offering patients convenience and safety. For nurse practitioners, it’s an opportunity for financial growth, more practice authority, and a flexible schedule. Plus, telemedicine works well in many NP specialties like primary care, psychiatry, and hormonal health, making it the perfect time to start or grow your telemedicine practice. 

We’ve revamped our tried-and-true course to keep up with the rapidly shifting telemedicine landscape, NPs with the latest tools to build a profitable, low-cost telemedicine practice. You’ll learn everything from business setup to clinical strategies, whether you’re launching from scratch, shifting to remote care, or blending in-person and virtual visits. 

This course covers a variety of topics, including:  

• The pros and cons of telemedicine  
• Types of telemedicine delivery  
• The legality and risks associated with telemedicine  
• How to navigate state and federal law  
• How to practice across state lines  
• How to prescribe medications and order lab work remotely  
• Reimbursement logistics for private payers, Medicaid, and Medicare 
• The current status of various telemedicine laws  
• Malpractice insurance acquisition 
• Software recommendations and telecommunication solutions, including EMRs  
• Website development 
• Privacy and confidentiality considerations 
• Multichannel marketing strategies 
• Utilization of informed consent and other practice form templates 
• Telemedicine visit documentation

Elite Nurse Practitioner founder Justin Allan has personally redesigned this extensive curriculum, including content centered around a NEW 83-slide presentation. This course is also available in MP3 format for learning on the go. All supplemental documents needed to operate a telemedicine practice are included with purchase—including informed consent paperwork, patient specific practice policies, privacy protocols, order sheets, and procedural tips. All you need is the courage and ambition to get started!   

Your purchase also includes two bonus PDFs: 

• A checklist for the startup stage 
• A marketing flowchart that can be utilized in the creation of a promotional strategy 

After completing this course, you are ready to establish a telemedicine business within four weeks. If you follow the advice shared by Justin, your telemedicine practice has the potential to generate thousands of dollars per month. Telemedicine is quickly becoming a pillar of healthcare. Now is the time to get in on this lucrative, high demand business model. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a specialized license to practice telemedicine?  

Most states do not require a specialized license to practice telemedicine. NPs are required to obtain the licenses necessary to treat patients in the state where their business is registered.   

Will this course teach me how to set up a telemedicine practice?  

Yes. Our course provides everything from starting a limited liability company (LLC), to the EMR and video conferencing software to use, marketing strategies, and more.  

Will I have unlimited access to this course?  

You can access this course however many times you want for however long you want.  

Can I prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine?  

Authorized providers are able to prescribe controlled substances via telehealth if they meet certain criteria. Check your specific state laws to determine your level of authority as a prescribing NP.   

Can this course help me integrate telemedicine into my existing practice?  

If you already own your own practice or work at one, this information benefits you tremendously. You will learn how to practice and integrate telemedicine services into your clinic.  

Does this course go over insurance reimbursement?  

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, private payers, Medicare, and Medicaid are expanding their reimbursement protocols for telemedicine visits. Billing insurance for a telemedicine visit is usually straightforward and is often reimbursed at the same rate as in-person visits. This is discussed in more detail during the course.  

Will this course offer CME?  

YES! This course offers 4 CE hours. The Elite Nurse Practitioner is credentialed as a CEU provider through the ANCC. All CEU awarded through The Elite Nurse Practitioner applies to ANCC, AANP, and all boards of nursing.  

Will this course provide a certificate of completion?  

A certificate is issued at the end of the course that will list the CEU hours and verify your completion of this course. You can also submit this documentation to your malpractice provider for reimbursement. 

See what others have said…

Christine R: If you are considering the The Elite NP courses, do it! I completed the telemedicine and peptide courses and they are packed with useful information. Not only that, they are very responsive to your questions and you will also learn much from your colleagues as they ask questions. The Elite NP offers great information on starting your own business in a supportive and collegial environment.

Rhoda O: Highly recommended! This was very easy to follow. Even if you have experience with Telemedicine, please consider taking this course you will learn a lot especially if considering a cash only practice. I liked the illustrations the presenter gave from his own NP owned successful practices.
I have a hard time listening to audio books/presentations but I loved this! Well presented! You can feel the positive energy in the presenter’s voice.

Karen D: I have been doing telehealth visits with various companies in the past and was intrigued to see this course on how to do it as my own business. I found the course to be extremely helpful in detailing all that is needed for a startup and the instructor very knowledgeable and up to date on his information. Well worth the investment. Highly recommend this course to anyone considering this venue for their own practice.