Suicide prevention is at the top of The Joint Commission's list of frequently cited issues. Our panelists will break down the complexities into a streamlined process for clinicians and regulators.
Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE): Report or not? NPDB’s new definition of “investigation.” Protect medical staff while making the most of FPPE.
Privilege-redesign projects can reveal something unexpected. Often, advanced practice professionals being “trained up” without privileging. A formal process is needed to mitigate risk.
Many states allow APRNs to practice independently (and more may head in this direction). So, if APRNs can practice independently, does that mean they MUST be members of the medical staff?
As we prepare for a changed future, health systems must make it easier for medical staff to effectively deliver care across the system, without unnecessary barriers, bureaucracy or costs.
Industry consolidation, regulatory challenges, new payment models, a jump in physician employment—how well is your Medical Staff Services Department (MSSD) managing change?
CMS and all accreditation organizations require peer review, but don't require a particular way to organize peer review programs. This piece explores the pros and cons of common structures.
