Change can create great excitement and even greater fear. It is fair to say that tremendous changes are occurring in healthcare today, perhaps more so than ever before. Because of this, many physicians are experiencing fear, discomfort, and anger. The question frequently heard is, "What will I...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 22, Issue 8
Editor's note: The following excerpt is adapted from Effective Peer Review: The Complete Guide to Physician Performance Improvement by Robert J. Marder, MD. Visit www.hcmarketplace.com/prod-111029 to order a copy of the book or for more...
For years, physicians, experts, and healthcare organizations have decried the medical malpractice tort system, claiming it causes frivolous lawsuits, raises insurance premiums, and forces physicians into practicing defensive medicine by ordering unnecessary tests to protect themselves from...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 22, Issue 8
I knew I had a problem when my hallway greetings of "good morning" were replaced with "Did you read my email?" My email messages were long, difficult to respond to, and filled with unnecessary details. It's no wonder that I had to send multiple requests and follow-up emails when...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 22, Issue 8
Editor's note: HCPro's Credentialing Resource Center is constantly adding to and updating its library of Clinical Privilege White Papers to guide you in developing and maintaining clinical privileges for practitioners at your organization. The following is an excerpt from the...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 22, Issue 8
Physician proctors are utilized for a number of reasons, whether it's to instruct or observe a physician requesting privileges for new technology or a cutting-edge procedure, or as part of the peer review process to evaluate physicians with potential quality concerns.
