Maggie Palmer, MSA, CPCS, CPMSM, like many MSP leaders, is grappling with proposed changes by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and changes to credentialing in her state of Texas. For MSPs working at NCQA-accredited organizations, it is crucial to be aware that NCQA is...
The medical executive committee (MEC) should thoughtfully consider the leadership identification and training process when looking for new physician leaders. One of the first steps should be defining the criteria for various leadership positions. The following newsletter lists examples of ...
It is essential that current physician leaders, administrative and board officers, and the institution as a whole illustrate the importance of physician leadership to the organization, medical staff, and community. The roles and responsibilities that physician leaders have at hospitals are...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 33, Issue 7
If a physician plans to practice at a hospital, they are required to submit an application for appointment to the medical staff and for the granting of clinical privileges. CMS and accreditation organizations such as The Joint Commission, DNV,...
Understanding your role and responsibilities during corrective actions and fair hearings can be the first step in relieving stress due to uncertainty. And according to Jack L. Cox, MD, MMM, who has served in various healthcare executive roles, this starts with medical staff leaders developing an...
Peer review committee chairs and members often do not receive any kind of structured training to do their job. Typically, new members may have the support staff briefly go over the required tasks. Peer review committee meetings are prolonged, and reviewers struggle to perform, evaluate, and...
