Credentialing Corner

Many hospitals and insurance companies are now requiring that physicians obtain their loss histories every year for their renewal. This can be accomplished by calling your previous malpractice carriers and asking them to forward you a “loss history statement”. Many will send them to you within a week or two. The added bonus of this practice is that you save time and can make a more seamless transition if you elect to switch malpractice carriers, or start working at a new facility. If you have questions on how to obtain your loss history information, please call your ACUTE CARE, INC. credentialing contact who will help you with questions.

BRIGHT IDEA

Many physicians now keep a “credentials file” on themselves, so when their reapplications come due, it’s simple and easy to complete because they have everything in one place! Things to include in your credentials file are:

• Copies of your CME’s
• Documentation of health items (i.e. yearly TB, Rubella, etc.)
• Copies of Education Certificates (i.e. Medical Diploma, Residency Certificate)
• Copies of Certifications (ACLS, BLS, NRP, ATLS, PALS, etc.)
• State Licensures, Controlled Substance, DEA license
• Certificates of Insurance and Loss History Statements

Just think how easy it would be when it’s time to finish a reapplication or request for update licensure, when everything is in one place! If you have questions or would like help or advise on starting this file, please contact your credentialing contact.

E. IA/MO/OH
Rachel Wiezorek
Physician Credentialer
rachelw@acutecare.com

W. IA/NE/KS/WY
Tess Christensen
Physician Credentialer
tessc@acutecare.com

W. IA/NE/KS/WY
Stefanie Ruddy
Physician Credentialer
stefanier@acutecare.com

KY/MN/WI/VA
Kelli Olson
Senior Physician Credentialer
kelliol@acutecare.com

Katy Schmidt
Physician Credentialer
katys@acutecare.com

IL/IN
Amanda Robben
Physician Credentialer
amandar@acutecare.com

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