Tips for improving the relationship between medical staff and governing board

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In a newly released framework that focuses on worker mental health and well-being, the United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy advises business leaders to create policies and practices to support workers.

In hospitals all across the country, the governing board is fiscally responsible for the financial wellbeing of the organization. The governing board is also ultimately responsible for the credentialing and privileging of all practitioners in the organization and for monitoring the quality of care these practitioners provide. However, because the board lacks the expertise to credential and privilege and monitor the quality of care, these tasks are often delegated to the organized medical staff. Unfortunately, some medical staffs and boards do not have a good working relationship.

Perfect for those new to the field or with years of experience, the National Provider Enrollment Virtual Event is two-days of education that delves into the complex processes of enrolling practitioners and facilities with both government and private payers. Join us November 8-9 to receive expert guidance and best practices for developing and sustaining successful enrollment processes. For more information about this event or to register, click here.

If you recently joined us for the National Provider Enrollment Forum in Phoenix, you’ll be receiving complimentary registration for the virtual event. Your registration information will be sent to your inbox prior to the event.

Primary source verification (PSV) is required for confirming a practitioner’s identity before they join your organization. This can include checking with the practitioner’s listed training program to verify that they graduated from that program, checking with the state licensing board to ensure that the practitioner has a valid license, and checking with the hospital the practitioner says they previously worked at to confirm that they provided care.

It’s a changing world in credentialing for MSPs, with many external forces affecting day-to-day duties. But it’s also a new era teeming with opportunities for progression and learning.