Although dealing with a disruptive physician on your medical staff is not a pleasant experience, there are usually policies, bylaws, and other guidance you can use throughout the process. Physician leaders can feel comfortable knowing that they are following the guidelines and processes that...
It’s all about process. It should go without saying that no practitioner should be allowed to provide patient care until he or she has successfully satisfied the requirements of a stringent qualification, or disqualification, process. Begin by collecting the appropriate information (i.e., formal...
When developing an aging physician policy, consider a fitness to work evaluation in which physicians must undergo a physical and mental examination once they reach a certain age (as defined in your policy). Today's free resource is a sample screening tool that the physician conducting the...
Policies and procedures are one tool the medical staff can use to ensure the quality of care provided by members of the medical staff/practitioners privileged at the organization. Solid policies and procedures make it clear to everyone involved that there are standards in place that will be...
Clinical documentation may not be the most exciting topic, but changes to the healthcare landscape are bringing further attention to its importance. Without proper documentation training, physicians can put their patients and facility at risk, as well as negatively impact their facility's bottom...
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