CRC recently talked with Julie Siemers, MD, author and nurse educator, about the devastating impact of communication breakdowns—and the lifesaving importance of listening to patients and families.
When physicians are given feedback data regarding outcomes, a common response is “My outcomes are worse because my patients are sicker.” This concern is legitimate and should be addressed by...
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 34, Issue 12
Hospitals navigating accreditation and reimbursement challenges often overlook two seemingly unrelated issues: ISO 9001 certification and durable medical equipment (DME) product compliance.
Fragmented data. Unclear accountability. Underreporting. These are common challenges that workplace violence (WPV) prevention programs must address to keep up with Joint Commission and OSHA expectations.
It can be difficult sometimes to justify holding meetings. But they are an important tool for communication in any organization, especially healthcare institutions. The following are some effective ways that the medical staff services office can support meeting efficiency.
Credentialing and privileging regulations for advanced practice professionals (APP) are currently a loose patchwork of federal and state statutes. Given this variability, today’s discussion centers on strategies that MSPs and medical staff leaders can use to identify and apply relevant laws to...
