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Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Nurse Practitioner | Adult Health in Du Bois, Pennsylvania

DefinitionTaxonomy code 363LA2200X corresponds to Nurse Practitioners specializing in Adult Health within the category of Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers. Here's a detailed explanation: Nurse Practitioner (NP): Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who have completed advanced education and clinical training in a specific area of healthcare. They have the authority to diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, and manage the overall care of patients within their scope of practice. Nurse Practitioners work independently or collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across the lifespan. Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers: This category includes healthcare professionals with advanced training and qualifications who provide specialized medical care. It encompasses Physician Assistants (PAs) as well as various categories of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), such as Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), and Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs). These providers deliver comprehensive care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, to patients across different specialties and settings. Specialization: Adult Health: Nurse Practitioners specializing in Adult Health focus on providing advanced nursing care to adult patients, typically those aged 18 and older. They assess, diagnose, manage, and coordinate care for a variety of acute and chronic health conditions commonly seen in adults, such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disorders, and musculoskeletal problems. Nurse Practitioners in adult health settings may work in primary care practices, specialty clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings. Nurse Practitioners with taxonomy code 363LA2200X, specializing in Adult Health, have advanced training and expertise in managing the health needs of adult patients. They play a crucial role in promoting health and wellness, preventing diseases, managing chronic conditions, and addressing acute health issues in adult populations. These practitioners collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic, evidence-based care, improve health outcomes, and enhance the overall quality of life for adult patients.
GroupingPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
ClassificationNurse Practitioner
SpecializationAdult Health

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TitleSpecialization
363L00000X
363LA2100XAcute Care
363LC0200XCritical Care Medicine
363LC1500XCommunity Health
363LF0000XFamily
363LG0600XGerontology
363LN0000XNeonatal
363LN0005XNeonatal, Critical Care
363LP0200XPediatrics
363LP0222XPediatrics, Critical Care
363LP0808XPsychiatric/Mental Health
363LP1700XPerinatal
363LP2300XPrimary Care
363LS0200XSchool
363LW0102XWomen's Health
363LX0001XObstetrics & Gynecology
363LX0106XOccupational Health