Organizations under financial strain often cut back medical staff services. But they fare better if they fortify this function to prevent budgetary constraints from adversely affecting patient safety.
Organizations that invest in optimized medical staff services will increase clinician retention, satisfaction, and return on investment. We discuss how to lay this foundation for organizational growth.
When leaders recognize the MSSD as a core driver of organizational performance and empower medical services professionals with the necessary tools, they set their organization up for success.
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
