Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 34

MSP Advisor: Creating a process and procedure manual

August 20, 2008

This month, Medical Staff Leader Connection presents the second installment of an eight-part series written by Donna K. Goestenkors, CPMSM, a credentialing and privileging consultant with The Greeley Company, a division of HCPro, Inc. in Marblehead, MA. This comprehensive series addresses what...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 33

Tip of the week: Avoid using a one-size-fits-all FPPE process

August 20, 2008

Although a one-size-fits all approach to FPPE may make your policy simpler, it creates unnecessary work for physicians who don’t require as much review.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 33

Ask the expert: To merge or not to merge? That is the question.

August 20, 2008

Hospitals sometimes subscribe to merger myths when they consider joining forces with another facility. Knowing the truth can help you make a better decision.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 33

Small Hospital Challenges Monthly: Pay-for-performance

August 20, 2008

Mary Hoppa, MD, MBA, CMSL, discusses the challenges small hospitals face when adopting a physician pay-for-performance program.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 31

Ask the expert: How can MSPs get the support of hospital leaders?

August 13, 2008

The support of medical staff leaders and administrative leaders can make life vastly easier for MSPs. The first step toward achieving this support is to obtain leadership buy-in by providing them with the necessary tools and education to help them understand the credentialing process and the...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 32

Tip of the week: Understand hospitalist lingo

August 13, 2008

To foster communication between hospitalists and other healthcare providers, it is important to know the lingo. Understanding certain terms will help you navigate your next conversation.

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