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8 Common Physician Credentialing Mistakes to Watch in 2024

HIT Consultant

Credentialing lapses can expose a healthcare organization to malpractice suits and accreditation problems. This creates the potential for negative patient outcomes, which can lead to expensive malpractice lawsuits. Thorough and ongoing physician screening is critical to avoid costly negligent credentialing and malpractice claims.

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Why Is Credentialing Management Software Important?

MedTrainer

Credentialing management helps organizations maintain compliance with regulatory standards set by accrediting bodies, government agencies, and industry regulators. Fines, medical malpractice claims, and patient harm are concerns if credentialing isn’t properly managed. Enhanced Patient Safety. Risk Mitigation.

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What Is Provider Credentialing?

MedTrainer

It involves collecting and reviewing information such as education, training, licensure, certifications, work history, malpractice history, and references — all in pursuit of verifying that providers are who they say they are and qualified to deliver legitimate, safe, and ethical care. But how do you know which one to choose?