Michael Petika, NP
Petika Nurse Practitioner
1932755816Is Michael Petika, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Michael Petika, NP has a trust score of 67/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Salem. With 7 years of practice (below the area average of 12), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Petika's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice registered nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and in many states prescribe independently.
When to see one: For primary and specialty care depending on their focus.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Salem, VA
Salem has 99 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 12 years in practice, and 11 focused on nurse practitioner. Virginia nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Virginia Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
7
Years practicing
12
Avg in Salem
99
Nurse Practitioners in Salem
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Petika's license is active and unrestricted with the Virginia board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael Petika, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Michael Petika, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1932755816) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Virginia Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Michael Petika, NP?
Michael Petika, NP has approximately 7 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Salem has about 12 years. There are 99 nurse practitioners in Salem, including 11 with a nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Michael Petika, NP located?
Michael Petika, NP practices at Petika Nurse Practitioner, 1970 ROANOKE BLVD, Salem, VA 24153. Phone: (540) 982-2463.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Virginia Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Petika's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 08/15/2019