If you believe half of what you read, just north of 50% of physicians nationwide, on average, are suffering from burnout. When they hear this, many medical staff leaders react by saying there is probably some burnout in their facilities, but it is not that high.

Medical staff are traditionally re-appointed every two to three years, a process which includes at least the verification of licensing, DEA status, disciplinary actions, malpractice history, and some level of peer review. Yet, the defense of a two to three year re-credentialing gap is very hard to justify in today’s 24/7 news and digital records world. This article details the risks associated with reappointment verification and how to achieve continuous credentialing.

Published 12/6/17

As healthcare organizations continue to redraw and dismantle the department lines that once divided medical staff credentialing and provider enrollment, the growing continent of MSPs driving both functions must get up to speed on all relevant standards and determine how to achieve the most expedient, satisfying, and lucrative onboarding experience.

Published 12/4/17

Following a fair and thorough investigation, the medical staff in your hospital has determined a physician has clinical performance issues and has recommended a limitation in clinical privileges. Per the medical staff bylaws, a fair hearing process commences. If the hearing/appeal processes do not change the limitation of privileges, this is considered an “adverse action” and therefore must be reported to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB), in accordance with the Healthcare Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA). It’s a no-brainer, right? But in today’s hospital environment, not all scenarios are so clear-cut.

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Credentialing Resource Center will hold a focus group on Friday, Dec. 15, from 1-2 ET. We are looking for MSPs, physician leaders, and quality professionals to share their feedback on 2018 product development, including books, webinars, and e-learning courses. If you would like to join the focus group, please email editor Karen Kondilis at kkondilis@hcpro.com.

HCPro is looking for physicians who currently practice or have practiced in any long-term care setting to share their experiences with our editorial team. Your feedback will help us develop products, support, and guidance for you and your colleagues.

If you are interested in receiving more information, please contact editor Brianna Shipley at bshipley@hcpro.com or call 781-639-1872 ext. 3180.

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