Frequently Asked Questions
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Can a NP open a clinic?
Yes absolutely. NPs can open clinics in all states. Depending on the state you live in you may need to hire a physician to collaborate with.
Can RN’s open a clinic?
Yes, RNs can open a clinic, but would need to hire or partner with a provider (NP, CRNA, MD, DO).
Since CRNAs function under medical direction we need physician to practice...what physicians can we ask other than pain management physicians.
In almost every state, there is no specialty requirement of the supervising physician. The nurse practice act will tell you who can supervise or collaborate. Typically they state it can be any MD, DO or even a podiatrist.
Does this help patients recover or do they have to be on ketamine forever?
Unfortunately it is not a cure and repeated visits are required. Depending on the patient they may have to come back anywhere from every month to 6 months.
Do I have to be anesthesiologist to open the clinic?
No you do not. Low dose ketamine is the administration of sedation and there is no requirement to be an anesthesia provider to administer low dose ketamine.
Can ketamine be offered through a regular “IV Infusion Therapy “ clinic that offers Myers Cocktail our Immune Booster? What about operating under a Salon service?
Yes! Absolutely it can be administered by an infusion clinic. There are certain rules and guidelines that need to be followed. I cover that in more detail in the course. No it can not be given in a "salon."
Can a clinic be grown from strictly weekend hours. I work full time M-F.
Ideally you'd be open one day during the week, even if it's only in the evening. A New patient protocol usually consists of 6 infusions over 2 weeks which would require them to come once during the week. If you wanted you could reserve those weeknight slots only for new patients and then schedule boosters on the weekends.
What is the special pricing for partners?
When one partner purchases the course each additional partner or staff person can have their own account created for $999. That will allow each person to have their own login, completion certificate, and get continuing education credits. If you're a large organization looking to train a whole team please reach out to support@ketamineacademy.com to discuss the possibility of a group rate.
What are the typical start up cost?
It depends. Where you live, who you want to serve, how many chairs/rooms you want to start with, what part of town you have your office in, etc are all critical factors in determining startup costs. When I opened my clinic in Albuquerque I was able to start it for a little less than $15,000. If you're a hands on person it's possible your startup costs could be similar. We do include a startup cost calculator with the Ketamine Academy so you can figure out exactly how much you need to get going.
Do you tell us what we need to buy to start up a clinic and supplies and drug?
Yes I have downloadable lists for medical supplies and equipment in the course.
Do you tell us what we need to buy to start up a clinic and supplies and drug?
Yes I have downloadable lists for medical supplies and equipment in the course.
Basically after enrolling into this course I should be able to replicate your clinic from start to finish?
Pretty close. While we have done our best to make this as much of a step by step process as possible this is still a business and you'll have to make your own decisions on how you'd like to run your clinic. There are also state specific things (like regulations) that will be different depending on where in the United States (or world) you're opening your clinic.
What are you hearing in your clinic about the new ketamine nasal spray?
Great questions, I actually did a facebook live lesson on this. Here is the link if you are interested in watching. https://youtu.be/2GGijdGRzqc
In summary, esketamine has helped boost awareness of ketamine as a treatment option, it is far less effective than the racemic ketamine given IV, at this point we are not sure if insurance will reimburse or what they will pay.
Pts given nasal esketamine must still be administered the medication in a clinic setting and supervised for 2 hrs.
As long as reimbursement is reasonable, many ketamine clinics plan to offer this as an option to patients who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford the better IV option. Overall I think it is good for ketamine clinics.
What are you hearing about the new ketamine nasal spray?
Great questions, I actually did a facebook live lesson on this. Here is the link if you are interested in watching. https://youtu.be/2GGijdGRzqc
In summary, esketamine has helped boost awareness of ketamine as a treatment option, it is far less effective than the racemic ketamine given IV, at this point we are not sure if insurance will reimburse or what they will pay.
Pts given nasal esketamine must still be administered the medication in a clinic setting and supervised for 2 hrs.
As long as reimbursement is reasonable, many ketamine clinics plan to offer this as an option to patients who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford the better IV option. Overall I think it is good for ketamine clinics.
