Granting temporary privileges and using locum tenens physicians without fully verifying their credentials verification can put healthcare organizations and their patients in danger—clinically and legally. Sally Pelletier, CPMSM, CPCS, advisory consultant and the chief...
Sick of the cold winter weather? Treat yourself to a trip to warm, sunny Orlando when you attend the 2016 Credentialing Resource Center. This year’s symposium will be held April 7-8 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando. Located within minutes of several attractions, you can spend your off time with...
Recredentialing is the process of reviewing or rechecking a physician’s information every two to three years. The process identifies changes in the physician’s training experience, current competence, or health status that might affect his or her ability to perform services for which he or she...
The credentials committee plays a critical role in the hospital, medical staff, and quality patient care. Yet medical staffs often assign members who lack adequate training to serve on the credentials committee. The...
Credentialing will never be easy, but it can and must be done effectively. Understanding and following credentialing best practices will provide a solid foundation for achieving consistent, excellent performance. Marna Sorensen, CMPSM, who has more than 20 years of experience in...
Was your New Year’s resolution to improve your medical staff credentialing and governance chops? To network with influential peers and industry leaders? To visit a scenic locale? Get a head start by registering for the ...
