Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 44

Tip of the week: Define physician competency measures

November 12, 2008

When defining physician competency measures, make sure physicians are involved. Afterall, if physicians design the measures, they will be the first to know if they fail to meet them. Follow these seven criteria to help guide your selection and prioritization of indicators for your medical staff...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 44

Ask the expert: Is peer review of individual cases considered perception data?

November 12, 2008

Although peer review may seem like it would be considered perception data, our experts say otherwise.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 44

Peer Review Monthly: What should you call your peer review committee?

November 12, 2008

Robert Marder, MD, CMSL, vice president of The Greeley Company, a division of HCPro, Inc., in Marblhead, MA discusses the importance of choosing an appropriate name for your peer review committee.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 43

Tip of the week: Use role-playing to develop physician leaders’ communication skills

November 5, 2008

Haven’t tried role-playing to hone your communication skills? Give it a shot. It may help improve your performance.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 43

Ask the expert: What is an automatic suspension or relinquishment?

November 5, 2008

Last week, we defined and described the purpose of a precautionary suspension. This week, we discuss automatic relinquishments and suspensions.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 43

Pearls for leaders

November 5, 2008

Every once in a while, I read a book that has concise “pearls” that I find both practical and useful. One such a book is Leading Others, Managing Yourself by Peter McGinn (Health Administration Press, 2005). Peter is a former clinical psychologist, who following consulting engagements...

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