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A Guide to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB)

Verisys

As a centralized hub of critical practitioner data, the NPDB serves as a powerful ally in provider credentialing , helping hospitals, medical boards, and institutions verify backgrounds, track malpractice claims, and ensure regulatory compliance. What Is the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB)?

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What Is Physician Credentialing?

Verisys

This includes verifying education, residency, employment history, malpractice insurance, hospital privileges, and board certifications. It plays a key role in reducing malpractice risks, preventing fraud, and verifying that healthcare professionals have the necessary training and clinical experience to perform their duties.

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New Jersey Appeals Court Says Plaintiffs Don’t Need Presuit Affidavits to Sue LPNs in Medical Malpractice Cases

The Health Law Firm Blog

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In a possibly precedent-setting case, on November 9, 2022, for the first time, an appeals court in New Jersey ruled that plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases do not need an affidavit of merit to file claims against a [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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How the Unpredictable Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 Infection Pose a Challenge That Tort Law Cannot Meet

Bill of Health

The longer the pandemic continues, the more obvious it is how effective the sweeping federal and state laws shielding medical providers from malpractice associated with COVID-19 have been. Absent fraud, after damages are awarded, plaintiffs cannot reopen their suits to reflect greater-than-expected future harm. By Jennifer S.

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New Jersey Appeals Court Says Plaintiffs Don’t Need Presuit Affidavits to Sue LPNs in Medical Malpractice Cases

The Health Law Firm Blog

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law In a possibly precedent-setting case, on November 9, 2022, for the first time, an appeals court in New Jersey ruled that plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases do not need an affidavit of merit to file claims against a [.] Indest III, J.D.,

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How To Prepare for an OIG Inspection

MedTrainer

Earlier this year, an in-depth OIG investigation resulted in a six-day trial of a former Louisiana health clinic CEO , who was ultimately convicted of Medicaid fraud and sentenced to 82 months in federal prison. This ensures that medical facilities are not engaging in malpractice and following program rules and regulations.

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How OIG Exclusion List Monitoring Promotes Patient Safety

MedTrainer

This list includes individuals convicted of healthcare fraud, patient abuse, or other serious violations. Would you want a provider whos been disbarred due to patient abuse or malpractice providing your care? Working with individuals and entities on the exclusion list also vastly compromises patient safety. We wouldnt either.