Because peer review is a medical staff–led initiative, the specific process varies between organizations. At our hospital, when a practitioner’s performance in a particular case raises concerns, the peer review coordinator (who has a clinical background) receives an initial request for peer...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 27, Issue 3
The number of advanced practice professionals (APP) applying for hospital and ambulatory privileges is rising rapidly as physician shortages grow. However, regulations and internal...
Shortly after the Pulse nightclub shooting on June 12, 2016, Orlando Health hospital reported that some of the first people to contact them were representatives from foreign consulates. Due to its unique location and proximity to Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World it was highly...
“Peer-to-peer review helps hospitals to discuss their problems in a safe environment, when it isn’t a crisis. We should strive for a day when a hospitals voluntarily and routinely take part in these exercises.”
Today’s healthcare environment is ever-shifting, often making it difficult for providers to keep up. However, the incentives to do so remain high, especially with the continuing physician shortage. As of 2016, the number of nurse practitioners (NP) has increased by 23% and the number of...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 27, Issue 3
I’ve been asked many times over the years about the steps that I took in order to advance my career. I have been blessed with many opportunities to gain invaluable experience, learn and oversee a wide array of services and departments within a hospital setting, and work with some great teams...
