Nurse Practitioners in Hope Mills, NC
Advanced-practice clinicians who diagnose, treat, and prescribe across nearly every specialty.
8 providers in Hope Mills
Finding a nurse practitioner in Hope Mills, NC
Hope Mills is a fast-growing Cumberland County town southwest of Fayetteville and one of the largest bedroom communities for Fort Bragg families. Local care here centers on primary care, behavioral health, dentistry, and outpatient therapy; hospital and specialty referrals run a few miles north to Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville.
What does a nurse practitioner do?
A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse with a graduate degree (MSN or DNP) and advanced clinical training. NPs diagnose conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and manage ongoing care, working in primary care, urgent care, women's health, mental health, and most medical specialties. Many practices use NPs and physicians interchangeably for routine visits.
The scope of independent practice varies by state. In full-practice states, NPs can run their own clinics without physician supervision. In reduced-practice or restricted-practice states, they collaborate with a supervising physician under defined agreements. The [American Association of Nurse Practitioners maintains a current state-by-state map](https://www.aanp.org/advocacy/state/state-practice-environment).
When you'll typically see a nurse practitioner
NPs handle the routine and the chronic well: annual check-ups, sore throats, prescription refills, blood pressure and diabetes management, women's health visits, mental-health follow-ups, and many specialist visits. For complex or unusual presentations, NPs consult with or refer to physicians on the same care team.
If you have a strong preference about whether your provider is a physician or NP, you can usually request that when you schedule. Most insurance plans cover NP visits at the same copay as a physician visit, though billing can differ behind the scenes.
Nurse Practitioners in Hope Mills, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed June 2026.
Teresa Juntilla Holmes, PMHNP
Teresa Juntilla Holmes is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner providing care in Hope Mills, NC. With her PMHNP credential, she offers mental health services to support patients in the community.
Tammy Mcduffie, FNP
Tammy McDuffie, FNP, is a nurse practitioner providing care in Hope Mills, NC. She works with patients seeking comprehensive healthcare services in her specialty.
Julia Bianca Herring, FNP-BC
Julia Bianca Herring is a nurse practitioner serving patients in Hope Mills, NC. As an FNP-BC, she provides comprehensive healthcare services to her community.
Jennifer Smith, FNP
Jennifer Smith, FNP, is a nurse practitioner providing primary care services in Hope Mills, NC. She works with patients to address their healthcare needs and develop treatment plans tailored to their individual situations.
Honglian Jin, FNP
Honglian Jin is a Nurse Practitioner providing care in Hope Mills, NC. With expertise in nursing practice, she works to support patients' health needs and wellness goals.
Esther Okons, NP
Esther Okons is a Nurse Practitioner providing care in Hope Mills, NC. She brings clinical expertise to patient consultations and treatment planning.
Carol Evans Walters
Carol Evans Walters is a Nurse Practitioner providing care in Hope Mills, NC. She works to support patients' health needs through her nursing expertise and clinical experience.
Barbara Dust Keith, FNP
Barbara Dust Keith is a Nurse Practitioner providing healthcare services in Hope Mills, NC. With her FNP credential, she delivers patient-centered care in her specialty.
Frequently asked
How many nurse practitioners are listed in Hope Mills, NC?
Our directory currently lists 8 nurse practitioners in Hope Mills, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do these nurse practitioners accept TRICARE or military insurance?
TRICARE acceptance is a primary filter for many Hope Mills patients given the large Fort Bragg military-family population. Each provider's profile shows their contact information so you can confirm coverage before booking.
Is a nurse practitioner as qualified as a doctor?
NPs and physicians complete different training paths but both are licensed independent providers in many contexts. NPs have a strong evidence base for primary care, chronic-disease management, and routine acute care. Physicians have additional training depth, especially for complex diagnoses and procedures. Most practices use both, matching the provider to the visit type.
Can a nurse practitioner prescribe medication?
Yes, including controlled substances in most states (with state-specific restrictions on certain DEA schedules). NPs prescribe across the full range of conditions they treat. Your pharmacy will fill an NP prescription the same way it fills a physician prescription.
Will my insurance cover a visit with a nurse practitioner?
Yes, in nearly all cases when the NP is in-network. Coverage and copay are typically the same as for a physician visit. Confirm with your insurer if you're booking with a specific NP rather than the practice broadly.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian nurse practitioners and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Hope Mills-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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