One recurring theme among clinicians is the growing emphasis on evaluating real-world performance rather than relying solely on historical documentation.
Low-volume providers are, by definition, practitioners who perform very few procedures or admit or treat very few patients within their appointment cycle. At reappointment, these providers may request clinical privileges that they have not performed on a regular basis.
The first step of an effective case review system is the ability to identify the appropriate cases for physician review. Without good case identification systems, case review can be inadequate or biased.
Peer review continues to rate as a top challenge in healthcare organizations. Even if they are meeting regulatory standards, most organizations struggle to develop a peer review program that is meaningful to physicians. The following are best practices for creating an effective FPPE plan. Often...
