Most medical staff bylaws contain a section labeled “definitions.” The value of a definitions section in the bylaws is to ensure clarity in the...Read More »
By 2025, it is predicted that there will be a shortage of between 124,000 and 160,000 full-time physicians, according to data presented at the...Read More »
How does your organization credential telmedicine providers? Does it undertake the full credentialing process as it would with an initial...Read More »
To maximize your hospital’s immunity protections, make certain your fair hearing process incorporates state law requirements and Health Care...Read More »
It is common for physicians to come to work one day saying they want to perform the latest and greatest procedure or use a new technology. If your organization does not currently support the procedure/technology and does not have privileging criteria for it, you need to take a step back and...
Convincing practitioners to comply with deadline-driven activities can be a challenge. Instituting strong bylaws is a good first step. This tool provides sample bylaw language regarding timely completion of medical record documentation.
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