Weekly Roundup: Medical Staff Leadership and Governance | Free resource: Meeting planning guide | Effective meeting management is the result of a skillful blending of diplomacy and proven management skills and techniques. For each meeting, physician leaders should be well prepared and identify reasonable objectives and emphasize the importance of the committee or department’s contributions to the organization. Never go into a meeting without an agenda and a plan. Download this sample meeting planning guide. |
Reappointment Verification: No Longer Good Enough | Medical staff are traditionally re-appointed every two to three years, a process which includes at least the verification of licensing, DEA status, disciplinary actions, malpractice history, and some level of peer review. Yet, the defense of a two to three year re-credentialing gap is very hard to justify in today’s 24/7 news and digital records world. This article details the risks associated with reappointment verification and how to achieve continuous credentialing. |
Quick tip: Don’t downplay physician burnout | If you believe half of what you read, just north of 50% of physicians nationwide, on average, are suffering from burnout. When they hear this, many medical staff leaders react by saying there is probably some burnout in their facilities, but it is not that high. |
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New Content: Members Only | Termination of physician employment: Is it reportable? | Published 12/4/17 Following a fair and thorough investigation, the medical staff in your hospital has determined a physician has clinical performance issues and has recommended a limitation in clinical privileges. Per the medical staff bylaws, a fair hearing process commences. If the hearing/appeal processes do not change the limitation of privileges, this is considered an “adverse action” and therefore must be reported to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB), in accordance with the Healthcare Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA). It’s a no-brainer, right? But in today’s hospital environment, not all scenarios are so clear-cut. |
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CRC Announcements | CRC Symposium early bird rate ends today! | If you haven’t registered for the 2018 Credentialing Resource Center Symposium yet, time is running out to take advantage of the early bird rate. Register today and pay just $895 for two days of valuable education and training with leading credentialing and medical staff experts. CRC members save an additional $100, so you can register this week for only $795. |
Be a part of our next CRC focus group | Credentialing Resource Center will hold a focus group on Friday, Dec. 15, from 1-2 ET. We are looking for MSPs, physician leaders, and quality professionals to share their feedback on 2018 product development, including books, webinars, and e-learning courses. If you would like to join the focus group, please email editor Karen Kondilis at [email protected]. |
Do you practice in the long-term care setting? | HCPro is looking for physicians who currently practice or have practiced in any long-term care setting to share their experiences with our editorial team. Your feedback will help us develop products, support, and guidance for you and your colleagues. If you are interested in receiving more information, please contact editor Brianna Shipley at [email protected] or call 781-639-1872 ext. 3180. |
NEW! 2017 MSP Salary Survey Report | Your window into the professional experiences and opportunities of MSPs across the care continuum, career ladder, and compensation spectrum The modern MSP’s influence spans more functions, facilities, and settings than ever before. Get unparalleled insight into the fast-moving field with the 2017 MSP Salary Survey Report. Featuring comparative data from more than 3,600 responses collected over four years, this resource is jam-packed with professional statistics, expert input, and prescriptive guidance for leveraging survey findings in the trenches. Click here to access this complimentary resource. |
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| Product Spotlight | The Department Chair Essentials Handbook offers valuable insight into the role of the Department Chair and provides expert guidance for fulfilling your responsibilities. Whether you are newly assuming this role or have been in it for a while, this handbook can help you reach a deeper understanding of your duties. Get the information, knowledge and skills you need to excel at this critical role and bring your collaboration and strategic planning to the next level. | |
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