In 2007, a bill was passed amending California's whistleblower statute extending the rights previously granted to nonphysician staff members to include physicians as well. The amendment allowed physicians that brought forth patient safety complaints to sue the hospital for...
Peer review is intended to maintain a standard of quality within a healthcare institution by identifying any issues among physicians and addressing them accordingly. Hospitals aim to resolve any concerns before the issues result in an adverse recommendation affecting clinical...
Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 13, Issue 42
One of the biggest issues residents face when they complete the medical training program is how to deal with the debt they acquired. Should hospitals offer loan repayment incentives to physicians they are courting? Should the government step in and make medical training more affordable? Lori...
Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 13, Issue 42
A Minnesota district court recently ruled that although medical staff bylaws are enforceable and a hospital must follow the provisions of the bylaws, they do not constitute a contract between the hospital and the medical staff. According to an article in...
Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 13, Issue 42
Last week, we discussed the importance of dedicating a set amount of time on the medical executive committee agenda to discuss physician performance issues. This week, let’s discuss concerns physicians want to communicate to administration.
Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 13, Issue 42
Credentialing Resource Center wants to know what your organization’s average turnaround time is for medical staff applications. How long does it take for your medical staff services department or credentialing verification organization to process the application? How long does it take for the...
