Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 9

What would a culture of appreciation and respect look like?

February 27, 2008

Most of us were trained as physicians through an educational culture that extends back to the so-called Flexner Report published in 1910, if not further. The report represented a rigorous study of the science and art of medicine with an almost brutally negative reinforcement style to ensure that...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 8

Tip of the week: Enjoy being an MSP

February 20, 2008

On one hand, being an MSP can be stressful and, at times, frustrating because you may not have the authority needed to accomplish your required tasks. On the other hand, the rewards can be numerous.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 8

Ask the expert: Who is likely to sue as a result of improper or inadequate proctoring?

February 20, 2008

Medical staffs have discretion in the deployment of proctoring, and any time discretion is exercised, second-guessing can occur, and legal liability can ensue.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 8

Clinical privilege myth #4: There are "textbook" criteria available for delineating clinical privileges

February 20, 2008

Because "textbook" criteria are not often available for delineating clinical privileges, the medical staff should establish policies and procedures to ensure an effective and consistent process. As part of the privileging process, the credentials committee must collect privileging criteria from...

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 7

Tip of the week: Understand the inherent differences between physicians and managers

February 13, 2008

Different backgrounds and training can strain the relationship between the medical staff and hospital administration. By understanding these differences, these two groups can begin to build bridges.

Credentialing Resource Center Digest - Volume 9, Issue 7

Ask the expert: Are all no- or low-volume providers created equal?

February 13, 2008

You cannot handle all no- and low-volume providers in the same manner. The approach a hospital takes to gather information regarding the practitioner's competency depends on the reason for which he or she performs no or few procedures at your facility.

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