FNP-C
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
FNP-C stands for Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Family nurse practitioner credential awarded by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) after passing its exam. It is renewed every five years.
Example: Provider directory: Alex Reed, DNP, FNP-C, family medicine and urgent care.
Usage notes
The AANPCB exam is known for its clinical focus on assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Holders may choose either credential, and some hold both. Employers and boards of nursing treat FNP-C and FNP-BC as equivalent for licensure.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.