- Why do I need to be credentialed?
- Why do I need to complete a reappointment application EVERY two years if most of the information has not changed?
- Why do I need to complete a reappointment application six months before my current appointment expires?
- Why do I need to submit CME information to Medical Staff Services when I already submit it to the California Medical Board when I renew my Medical License?
- How long does it take to process a new appointment application?
- Who should I contact if I want to change or review my current clinical privileges?
- Who do I contact if I am having trouble accessing the Electronic Medical Records?
- How do I obtain my dictation number?
Why do I need to be credentialed?
As indicated by State law, accrediting bodies and MMCR’s Medical Staff Bylaws, all Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP’s) who wish to treat patients at MMCR must have clinical privileges and be a member of the Medical Staff.
Why do I need to complete a reappointment application EVERY two years if most of the information has not changed?
In compliance with state law, accreditation bodies and as part of MMCR Performance Improvement and Quality Assurance, it is necessary to evaluate each Medical Staff members’ performance, activity, licensure, clinical competence (including, but not limited to sanctions) AT LEAST every two years.
Why do I need to complete a reappointment application 6 months before my current appointment expires?
Our current reappointment processing time averages 4 months from receipt of application to final approval. To ensure applications are processed within the time frame of the providers’ current appointment, it is essential to mail packets 180 days in advance and to receive them back within 30 days.
Why do I need to submit CME information to Medical Staff Services when I already submit it to the California Medical Board when I renew my Medical License?
As part of our peer review process as well as meeting the requirements of The Joint Commission (JC), we must provide documentation that all individuals with delineated clinical privileges participate in continuing education.
How long does it take to process a new appointment application?
Our goal is to complete new appointment applications within 90 days. However, this time frame is contingent upon the receipt of all verifying documentation.
Whom should I contact if I want to change or review my current clinical privileges?
If you would like to change or review your current clinical privileges, contact your Credentialing Coordinator directly. The Credentials Coordinator can assist you in completing the appropriate clinical privilege forms. For MMCR contact the Medical Staff Office at 530-225-6128.
Whom do I contact if I am having trouble accessing the Electronic Medical Records?
If you are having trouble accessing the Electronic Medical Records please call Carrie Cox, Physician Systems Liaison, at 530-225-6150; Jenee Heacock, Medical Staff Coordinator, at 530-225-6130 or the IT Help Desk at 1-800-307-0222.
How do I obtain my dictation number?
Once you have been approved by the Board of Directors of MMCR to treat patients within the hospital, a Physician I.D./Dictation Number is issued. This number will be included in your orientation packet.
