Despite the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration this week, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced a six-month extension of the temporary rule that allowed physicians to prescribe controlled substances via telemedicine without an in-person evaluation during the pandemic.

Last week we talked about the actions that should trigger the fair hearing and appeal due process. This week, let's talk about and clearly state what actions should not trigger a fair hearing. In general, unless an adverse recommendation pertains to clinical incompetence or unprofessional conduct, the fair hearing due process should not be triggered.

The 2023 National Provider Enrollment Forum delivers two days of engaging education and training to provider enrollment professionals. Experienced veterans and top industry experts will be on hand to provide you best practices and tips. Whether you're a newly minted professional or an experienced enrollment specialist, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to get step-by-step training and answers to your most pressing enrollment questions! 

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The Joint Commission’s move to extend the reappointment period for medical providers from two years to every three years has been met with a mixture of support and concern among credentialing leaders and medical staff. While the extension may offer administrative convenience, concerns have been raised about its potential impact on the quality of care and patient safety.

Cardiac surgery encompasses any kind of surgical procedure performed on the heart or related blood vessels near where they connect to the heart and may involve the tissues or structures immediately next to the heart. It is also known as cardiovascular surgery and is often considered a subspecialty of thoracic surgery. Some institutions and organizations use the term “cardiothoracic surgery” to encompass the entire specialty of cardiac and thoracic surgery.

The 2023 MSP Salary Survey Report sheds light on urgent focuses, burgeoning functions, and emerging markets identified by medical staff movers and shakers who keep their finger on the industry’s pulse. By using the trends detailed in this report to enrich their professional contributions, MSPs can gain the competitive edge in an industry on the move.