Dr. Christopher Duntsch aka Dr. Death, Part III of IV
Dr. Death aka Dr. Duntsch injured 33 patients in less than two years. There were many reports that raised red flags regarding his mental state and abilities.
November 19, 2021
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Welcome to the Primoris Credentialing Network’s blog, a leading resource for authoritative and insightful content in the credentialing domain. Our mission is to provide readers with the latest industry news, updates, and trends, focusing on key areas such as delegated credentialing, provider enrollment, and medical malpractice. Our comprehensive coverage extends to essential topics such as delegated credentialing, primary source verification (PSV), medical malpractice, MPLI, and best practices in the field.
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What is a Medical Malpractice Hammer Clause?
Hammer clauses permit the insurer to force the insured party to settle by limiting the amount of indemnification and compensation for harm or loss.
November 18, 2021
What is CPCS and CPMSM certification? How to become certified? Everything you wanted to know about CPCS and CPMSM.
What is CPCS and CPMSM certification? How to become certified? How long does it take? How much does it cost? Everything you wanted to know about CPCS and CPMSM.
November 17, 2021
Medical Malpractice Premiums Are On The Rise In Oklahoma
Medical malpractice premiums are on the rise, and we have expanded our credentialing services to include relationships with medical malpractice carriers.
November 16, 2021
Dr. Christopher Duntsch aka Dr. Death, Part II of IV
He has been called Dr. Death. That’s not his real name, of course.
November 10, 2021
Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule for CY 2022
CMS issues proposed changes to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule payment policies and rates, possibly altering Medicare physician’s fees on or after 1-1-2022.
November 9, 2021
Fifth Avenue Spotlight on Donna Gaydos
Donna Gaydos, CPCS through NAMSS, has 20+ years of healthcare experience and is one of the longest-serving family members of Fifth Avenue Healthcare Services.
November 8, 2021
3 Proof of Fault Examples in Medical Malpractice Cases
Proof of fault 4 elements 1) doctor/patient relationship exist 2) doctor committed a breach of duty 3) breach of duty resulted in injury 4) patient was injured.
November 4, 2021
Dr. Christopher Duntsch aka Dr. Death, Part I of IV
Dr. Duntsch was convicted on criminal charges while practicing medicine, injuring 33 out of 38 patients in less than two years. He is now known as Dr. Death.
November 3, 2021
Healthcare Award Winner Primoris Credentialing Network Wins Bronze at 2021 Aster Healthcare Awards
Healthcare award winner Primoris Credentialing Network wins bronze at the Aster Healthcare Awards.
November 1, 2021
52 Action Items in a Conventional Credentialing Process
Here’s a list of 52 steps in a conventional credentialing process. 52 action items to produce a complete credentialing file ready for presentation to committee.
October 27, 2021
Do you know your medical malpractice policy limits?
The medical malpractice policy limit represents the coverage amount for a given policy period, usually indicated as “per claim” and “aggregate.”
October 22, 2021
Why is Credentialing So Slow?
Credentialing takes to long averaging 90 -120 and slow credentialing cost so much money. 5ACVO credentialing is 5-7 days faster and 69% less credentialing cost.
October 20, 2021
4 Ways to Verify PECOS Enrollment
There are 4 ways to verify PECOS enrollment: search PECOS, log in to PECOS, search the list of pending applications or contact your Primoris POC.
October 14, 2021
1st US Medical Malpractice Case
The first documented medical malpractice case in the United States happened in 1794 when a husband sued after his wife died from an operation and won 40 pounds.
October 13, 2021
54 is the new 45! (now 54+ health plan and network provider enrollment options)
Primoris Credentialing Network now offers 54+ health plan and network provider enrollment options.
October 12, 2021
Fifth Avenue Spotlight on Michelle Seba
The Fifth Avenue Spotlight is on Michelle Seba, who helped lay the groundwork for credentialing processes in Oklahoma and Fifth Avenue Healthcare Services.
October 7, 2021
9 Historical Medical Malpractice Dates
9 historical medical malpractice dates show the evolution of medical malpractice law, consistently changing as far back as the Code of Hammurabi in 1754 BC.
October 6, 2021
Silver Award Winner 5ACVO
Winning a Silver Award in the 2021 Aster Healthcare Awards, puts a spotlight on the credentialing team and technology of the 5ACVO credentialing experts.
October 5, 2021
3 Budget Benefits to Outsource Credentialing
3 budget benefits to outsource credentialing include: increase budget revenues, streamline budget costs and access a team of experts at a fraction of the cost.
October 1, 2021
What are the 4 Cs of Medical Malpractice Prevention?
The four Cs of medical malpractice prevention are: compassion, communication, competence and charting. Contact us for more information on preventing a claim.
September 30, 2021
What % of Doctor’s practices have closed due to COVID?
Doctor’s practices are closing due to COVID. 59% of polled doctors think COVID will lead to a reduction in independent practices. 8% of practices have closed.
September 28, 2021
Is Medicare Reimbursement HIGHER for Telehealth?
Higher Medicare reimbursement rates exist for telehealth services due to COVID. The new rates are slated to end, but for now, the rates are firmly in place.
September 24, 2021
4 Ds of a Legitimate Medical Malpractice Claim
For a medical malpractice claim to be deemed legitimate, the 4 Ds of medical malpractice must be established: Duty, Direct Cause, Dereliction and Damages.
September 24, 2021
20 Ways a CVO Can Cut Costs
Credentialing is complex and expensive. Here are 20 ways working with a CVO can cut credentialing costs.
September 21, 2021
4 Costly Medicare Provider Enrollment Mistakes
Here are four common and costly Medicare provider enrollment mistakes that medical professionals make when enrolling for Medicare. We can help.
September 17, 2021
Less Costly Credentialing
5ACVO lowers the conventional credentialing costs 69% while offering you more credentialing resources and we have the data to back up those claims.
September 16, 2021
3 Ways To Screw Up Simplicity
3 simple ways to screw up simplicity include: (1) overthinking, (2) neglecting available tools and (3) working with the wrong people.
September 14, 2021
3 Unimaginable Medical Malpractice Cases
3 unimaginable medical malpractice cases include a surgeon inserting a screwdriver in a patient and three doctors performing brain surgery on the wrong side.
September 8, 2021
3 Qualities of a Great Credentialing Team
Three qualities stand out as an integral component of a great credentialing team including Experience, Expertise, and lack of Ego (or the ability to manage it).
September 7, 2021
Simpler Provider Enrollment
Primoris’ proprietary technology and team of experts give us the tools to provide you a simpler provider enrollment experience.
September 2, 2021
4 Elements of Medical Malpractice
4 elements of medical malpractice include (1) professional duty owed to the patient; (2) breach of duty; (3) injury caused by breach and (4) resulting damages.
September 1, 2021
Demystifying Delegated Provider Enrollment
Primoris simplifies delegated provider enrollment. With multiple health plan and network options, delegated provider enrollment is done with ONE application.
August 23, 2021
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Become part of our expanding network of healthcare providers. Simplify your provider enrollment process by accessing over 54 health plans and networks. Join us now to experience streamlined credentialing.