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PubMed2005

Credentialing for carotid artery stenting.

Endovascular treatment of cervical carotid artery stenosis is a rapidly expanding area of clinical competence, and physicians from various subspecialties are already performing carotid artery stenting. As a result of the diverse specialty backgrounds of physicians performing carotid artery stenting, consensus regarding the establishment of credentialing standards remains elusive. In the following manuscript we review the physician credentialing process, published data, and national society position statements applicable to carotid artery stenting.

Angioplasty, Balloon↗
PubMed1985

Credentialing of diagnostic x-ray technologists: a question of public health impact.

This paper presents estimates of the number of diagnostic x-ray examinations performed in the United States, the population dose delivered, the percentage of that dose contributed by credentialed and noncredentialed operators, and one measure of performance: collimation of the x-ray beam. An estimated 82 per cent of medical x-ray examinations are performed by voluntarily certified (ARRT or ARCRT) operators. These procedures contribute 90 per cent of the radiation dose to the population. Data from the Nationwide Evaluation of X-Ray Trends (NEXT) program indicate that certified operators collimate the x-ray beam somewhat better than noncertified for chest examinations. They also indicate that differences in collimation practices may be attributed to the type of facility as well as to the credentials of the operators. One-third of the medical x-ray machines are in states presently requiring licensure of operators. It appears from these estimates that instituting operator licensure in the remaining states may reduce population dose by a maximum of one or two per cent.

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PubMed1991

Economic credentialing--why it must be stopped.

In this article, the author describes how hospitals are using economic factors in the credentialing process, points out the flaws in this practice, and discusses some of the relevant case law. The author concludes by explaining why economic credentialing should be discontinued and urges physicians to reject it.

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PubMed1991

Hospitals eyeing physicians' practice patterns. Economic credentialing is being tested to reduce expenses and improve quality.

In an effort to reduce expenses and improve the quality of medical care, some hospitals are turning to economic credentialing. They believe utilization review and peer pressure can alter physicians' inefficient practice patterns without threatening their clinical privileges. But executives of a two-hospital system employing credentialing say the threat of losing clinical privileges is the best way to remind physicians to comply with hospital standards.

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Cath lab credentialing ... it's not just for nurses anymore!

Despite the many ups and downs, departmental credentialing for the CCL is a success and is here to stay. There is no difference with respect to performance expectations for RNs and CVTs in our lab. The differences between professional nursing and technical staff lie in their approaches to direct patient care. Nurses offer a holistic approach to care delivery in the cath lab, while CVTs approach care from a procedure-oriented viewpoint. It is our belief that the blending of these two approaches offers the highest quality of patient care and teamwork in this highly stressful environment. Our staff demonstrates that RNs and CVTs work well together and form a cohesive team because they not only share information, but also teach each other necessary skills. Credentialing provides objective documentation to support their efforts and hard work.

Cardiac Catheterization↗
PubMed1992

Physician credentialing in managed care.

The managed care industry is increasingly using physician credentialing when seeking health care providers. The credentialing process must be conducted in a manner that meets the goals of the managed care program.

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PubMed1993

Challenges in medical staff credentialing.

This article addresses the challenges faced by medical staffs in conducting their medical staff appointment and reappointment activities, including credentialing, privileging, establishing criteria for new procedures, crossover privileging, and creating credentialing systems for new facilities. In order to satisfy legal scrutiny, the cornerstone of all these activities must be quality patient care.

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PubMed1998

ANCC clarifies specialty criteria for CM credential.

The Washington, DC-based American Nurses Credentialing Center has revised its controversial eligibility requirements for the nursing case management credential. The revised requirements allow nurse case managers who lack a core specialty to take the examination if they already hold an active RN license and a baccalaureate degree in nursing, and have functioned as a registered nurse for 4,000 hours, with at least 2,000 of those hours as a nurse case manager within the past two years. An additional requirement is that, besides taking the nursing case management exam, those lacking a core specialty must also take and pass a 50-question test based on the American Nurses Association's Standards of Clinical Practice Nursing.

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PubMed1983

Standards for the accreditation of educational programs for and the credentialing of radiologic personnel--PHS. Notice of proposed rulemaking.

These proposed regulations would establish standards for the accreditation of educational programs for radiologic personnel, and for the credentialing of such persons. These standards are proposed as part of the implementation of the Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 (Title IX of Pub. L. 97-35), which requires their promulgation by regulation. The standards are voluntary for States and are intended to encourage the adoption of uniform accreditation and credentialing procedures.

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PubMed1986

Are trustees needed on the medical staff credentials committee?

More board involvement is needed in the credentialing process, but what form should that involvement take? Some hospitals have restructured the medical staff credentials committee to include trustee representation. This article examines the antitrust and personal liability implications of that move, as well as the likely reaction of the medical staff.

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PubMed1999

The elements of provider credentialing.

HIM professionals manage patient information. But in the provider credentialing process, another kind of information management is necessary--handling the varied and important information compiled on doctors throughout the country. Here's how the credentialing process works.

Career Mobility↗
PubMed1999

Credentialing. A paradox for the 21st century.

As a result of mixed and seemingly contradictory forces in the sociopolitical, economic, and health care environments, credentialing has taken on new momentum and direction in the United States and abroad. The nursing profession, including the American Nurses Credentialing Center, is meeting the challenge through new approaches and partnership endeavors among nursing organizations and with other health care providers and consumer groups.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed2000

What you need to know before you talk to a CVO (credentialing verification organization).

Although credentialing verification organizations (CVOs) have been used primarily by managed care organizations, many hospitals now are turning to CVOs to outsource their primary source verification and other credentialing responsibilities. Experts advise checking references carefully and identifying exactly what your needs are before opening discussions with a CVO.

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PubMed2000

Credentialing: setting standards for advanced nursing practice.

While the document Framework, Guidelines and Competencies for Post-Registration Nursing Education (Nursing Council of New Zealand, 1999) provides for approval of programmes preparing nurses for advanced practice, the related credentialing and titling of individual nurses in advanced practice has not been addressed. This article examines professional regulation with particular reference to advanced practice. As well as providing an overview of credentialing and other aspects of professional regulation, including licensure, certification, registration, and titling, the question of how much regulation, and by whom, will be explored. The paper has been prepared independently of the Nursing Council, and may not necessarily reflect the Council's views.

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Verifying a job applicant's factual credentials.

Nearly one-third of all job applicants may make unjustified claims, exaggerate, omit important information, or lie in their resumes, employment applications, or interviews. Checking credentials before you hire is the best way to protect your staff and patients and to save time, money, and effort. In this article, the author identifies the most common job application lies and pinpoints the three most common resume/application red flags. In addition, the article suggests specific information that the applicant should supply in the application to help the employer get to the truth. It offers practical advice for verifying academic credentials, employment history, and awards and honors. Finally, this article provides useful suggestions for avoiding discrimination suits in hiring practices and techniques for coping with employees who have lied to you.

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America's credentialing crisis: a review of its origins and attempts at solutions.

Physicians and their office staffs need no introduction to the concept of practitioner credentialing. They know all too well the inefficiencies, redundancies, and frustrations that typically accompany the process. They may not be as well informed, however, about the origins of the current credentialing crisis and its far-reaching effects on health care. This article supplies a context for understanding the origin and evolution of the crisis and examines the differing approaches health care organizations and state governments are taking to address it. It also provides a look at how one state and its health care community are attempting to create a homegrown, collaborative solution.

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PubMed1991

Education and credentialing of the gynecologic laser surgeon.

Gynecologic laser surgery involves the use and understanding of a number of different wavelengths (lasers) and their delivery systems. The educated laser surgeon understands the pros and cons of all the practical wavelengths, their tissue reactions, and their safety features. The laser surgeon may use a colposcope, hysteroscope, laparoscope, or laser handpiece in surgery. Few gynecologists have acquired the necessary expertise to perform laser surgery during residency training. For this reason, attendance at courses that include hands-on laboratory experience has been mandatory. Hospitals, not course directors, credential surgeons to perform laser operations in their operating rooms. The credentialing committee of the hospital must decide which surgeons have been properly trained for laser surgery. Objective criteria have been offered in this chapter in the effort to make the task easier and more fair. As the number of laser surgeons grows, the need for training courses may decrease, because if laser surgery is learned during the residency years, the demand for postgraduate training will decrease. On the other hand, since surgical laser evolution continues, the training center will continue to offer a valuable educational experience.

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PubMed1990

Certification in nephrology: credentialing issues.

Credentialing with certification does not ensure pay raises or well-known initials, but it does verify personal knowledge and skills needed to practice in a specialty area. This documentation of special knowledge is a starting point for nursing to take control of its practice and for its members to become autonomous and collaborative practitioners. Unification and standardization of the present system will only bring more power and prestige to the credentials. Documenting quality patient care delivered by certified nephrology nurses is the next step in the nephrology field. Lastly, nurses need to unite and support each other during the certification process as it evolves into a well-respected institution.

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