We continue our discussion on planning a move toward a just culture to improve patient safety. Last month we covered setting goals, educating the public, and identifying stakeholders and champions to raise awareness of your move to a just culture. Once you've completed those steps, there are a...
The Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA) has no provision or requirement for an appellate review mechanism. However, if your hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), standard MS.10.01.01, EP 5 states, “With the governing body, provides a mechanism to appeal adverse...
Establishing a new credentials verification organization (CVO) can be a daunting task. It is a learning experience from start to finish, and the opportunities never end. With ongoing changes in the healthcare industry, it is important to stay on top of the latest laws and regulations, proven-...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 29, Issue 12
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (the “Court”) affirmed a Texas District Court’s decision granting summary judgment, finding that the plaintiff waived his right to arbitration after engaging in substantial litigation spanning 16 months.
As part of our initiative to highlight the efforts of MSPs everywhere, the Credentialing Resource Center Team is recognizing stellar MSPs in the community by featuring them in Credentialing Resource Center Digest. In our latest feature, we would like to recognize Jennifer Williams, CPCS...
