You’re a problem solver in your medical staff or credentialing role. Chances are you’ve been asked to do a root cause analysis (RCA) before, even if you didn’t call it that. Don’t be put off by its painful-sounding name, because it’s a step-by-step way to help you understand and solve problems… and maybe impress your…
Are you a medical staff office whiz or are you working your way into the profession? Take our 10-question quiz and discover where you rank! (Answers and score key far below) 1. A credentials verification organization’s (CVO’s) primary function is to: A. monitor monthly sanction files for its clients B. primary source verify licenses…
It used to be only forward-thinking healthcare organizations that produced plans and policies reflecting their preparation for disasters or emergencies. It’s no longer just an interesting undertaking—to educate about and create a complete plan to avoid the unqualified provision of patient care, despite the swirling chaos of a situation. Today, it seems as if disasters…
Twice a year, the nonprofit, independent Leapfrog Group publishes Hospital Safety Grades as part of its goal to “make giant leaps forward in the safety, quality and affordability of health care in the U.S.” Acute-care hospitals nationwide voluntarily participate free of charge. You can plug in the name of your participating hospital here, and click through…
