A Beginners Guide to Privileging
which means both licenses must be verified and kept up to date with no disciplinary action having been taken against either license . When receiving a verification of a state license , it is important to examine the verification closely to ensure it is not missing any important information , like whether the license is active or if there have been adverse actions reported .
Current Competence and Clinical Activity
The importance of confirming current competence cannot be underestimated . Every regulatory or accreditation body requires that the current competency of medical providers be evaluated and confirmed prior to the granting of clinical privileges .
REGULATORY / ACCREDITATION BODY :
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Serviced ( CMS )
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS :
• The medical staff must have a mechanism to examine evidence of professional education , training , documented experience , and supporting references of competence .
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