The 1099 Ops Blog
Tax strategies, income optimization, and practical guides for independent healthcare professionals.
The Complete Guide to Going 1099 as a Healthcare Professional (2026)
The definitive operational playbook for CRNAs, NPs, PAs, and physicians making the W-2 to 1099 transition. Covers the hybrid model, entity formation, S-Corp tax strategy, credentialing, insurance, contract negotiation, and ongoing operations.
W-2 vs 1099 for Nurse Practitioners: The Real Math
A 1099 NP contract paying $95/hour sounds like a massive raise over your $115,000 W-2 salary. But is it? We run the real math for three NP scenarios — primary care, psych, and acute care — and show you exactly what each takes home.
The Hybrid W-2/1099 Model: How Healthcare Professionals Earn $250K+ on the Side
Most healthcare professionals think it's W-2 or 1099. The hybrid model lets you keep your full-time benefits while building a six-figure 1099 income on the side. Here's exactly how to set it up.