A 3-year medical staff reapplication cycle can reduce administrative burdens without impacting safety or regulatory risks—but only with a comprehensive knowledge of applicable requirements.
Putting the right credentialing protocols in place can safeguard what’s most precious—your patients’ safety, your organization’s reputation, and your practitioners’ wellbeing.
In November, The Joint Commission changed its reappointment cycle standards—moving from a two-year to a three-year cycle for reappointment/re-privileging, or for a period required by law or regulation if shorter.
How Greeley partnered with an ambulatory surgical center to ensure sound clinical judgment and appropriateness of diagnosis and treatments through an external medical necessity review.
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted healthcare organizations nationwide to think more strategically about workforce strategies, including interim staffing solutions. A contingent workforce strategy can help organizations navigate these labor challenges with greater ease and minimal operational
The Medical Staff Services Department (MSSD) is central to organization-wide success. Discover how to optimize and align your MSSD to improve performance.
A Credentialing Verification Organization (CVO) model offers financial benefits for hospitals and improved efficiency for providers and patients. Our expert explains the advantages.
Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE): Report or not? NPDB’s new definition of “investigation.” Protect medical staff while making the most of FPPE.
