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Spillin' Tea Across America: IOWA

• Shannen and Nyleen

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The Iowa stage didn’t just hold a microphone—it held a mirror to the industry. 🚨

In this special live recording of Credentialing Chronicles, we took the stage in Iowa to pull back the curtain on the real-time pressures facing healthcare credentialing professionals today. This isn't your standard industry update; it’s a raw, high-stakes look at the decisions made in the trenches of Medical Staff Services.

From shocking application red flags to the "MSP confessions" that had the room buzzing, we explore the thin line between administrative process and patient protection. When staffing shortages collide with rigorous standards, something has to give. We’re discussing exactly what that looks like when the stakes are at their highest.

In this episode, we dive into:

  • Real-World Breakdowns: The cases that triggered instant reactions from our live audience.
  • The Shortage vs. Standard Tension: Navigating the pressure to onboard quickly without compromising safety.
  • Application Red Flags: The "hidden" warnings that demand your immediate attention.
  • MSP Confessions: Unpacking the true complexity of the modern credentialing landscape.

Behind every file is a decision. Behind every decision is a risk. If you’ve ever looked at a file and asked, "How did this get approved?"—this episode was recorded for you.

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🔎 Verify Your Doctor’s Credentials


✔️ State-Specific Medical Board License Lookup:
Find your state’s board here:
https://www.fsmb.org/contact-a-state-medical-board/

✔️ Medicare Exclusions List (LEIE) – Check if your provider is federally excluded:
https://oig.hhs.gov/exclusions/exclusions_list.asp

✔️ Set Google Alerts on Your Doctor’s Name:
Create your own Google Alert here:
https://www.google.com/alerts

For Medical Staff Professional: 

✔️ FSMB.org – Federation of State Medical Boards Physician Lookup:
https://www.fsmb.org/physician-license-lookup/

✔️ Hospital Websites:
Many hospitals have public directories listing credentialed medical staff. Look for a “Find a Doctor” or “Medical Staff Directory” page.

✔️ Set Google Alerts on Your Doctor’s Name:
Create your own Google Alert here:
https://www.google.com/alerts

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