The Oregon Practitioner Application Form is a crucial tool for the credentialing and recredentialing of medical practitioners in the state of Oregon. It was created to standardize the application process, as mandated by House Bill 2144 in 1999, and is overseen by the Advisory Committee on Physician Credentialing Information (ACPCI). Designed with clear instructions and a comprehensive checklist, the form ensures that all necessary information and documentation are provided for practitioners seeking to practice within Oregon's healthcare settings.
Embarking on a journey through the complexities of the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application can be daunting, but understanding its framework is essential for practitioners within the state seeking credentialing or recredentialing. Created under the guidance of the Advisory Committee on Physician Credentialing Information (ACPCI) as per House Bill 2144 in 1999, this application serves as a uniform method for hospitals and health plans to credential practitioners. A meticulous review of this application reveals several integral components, starting with detailed instructions emphasizing the necessity of completing the form in its entirety, ensuring the submission of accurate and current information. It mandates the inclusion of various documents, each vital for the application's completeness, such as state professional licenses and DEA or CSR certificates. Furthermore, the practitioner's information section seeks comprehensive personal and professional details, building a robust profile needed for the credentialing process. Specialty information, board certifications, and other essential certifications form a part of this exhaustive application, designed to thoroughly evaluate the practitioner’s qualifications and areas of expertise. Practice information, including primary and secondary locations as well as practice call coverage, sheds light on the practitioner's operational setup. Additional education and continuous medical education components underline the ongoing learning and specializations acquired over the years. Finally, the application details necessary healthcare licensure, registrations, and certificates, ensuring practitioners meet all legal requirements. This blend of detailed requirements and structured processes underlines the application's critical role in maintaining a high caliber of healthcare professionals within Oregon, ultimately impacting the quality of care offered to patients.
OREGON PRACTITIONER RECREDENTIALING
APPLICATION
APPLICATION
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY ACTION DETAIL (ATTACHMENT A)
GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ACRONYMS
Purpose: Established by 2UHJRQhouse bill 2144 (1999), the $ dvisory &ommittee on 3hysician &redentialing,nformation (ACPCI) develops the uniform applications used by hospitals and
health plans to credential and recredential PRACTITIONERS within the State of 2regon.
REVIEWED, AMENDED AND APPROVED
BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON PHYSICIAN CREDENTIALING INFORMATION (ACPCI)
5/1/12
Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application
Prior to completing this recredentialing application, please read and observe the following:
I.
INSTRUCTIONS
This form should be typed (using a different font than the form) or legibly printed in black or blue ink. If more space is needed than provided on original, attach additional sheets and reference the question being answered.
Modification to the wording or format of the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application will invalidate the application.
Complete the application in its entirety. Keep an unsigned and undated copy of the application on file for future requests. When a request is placed, send a copy of the completed application to the health care related organization to which you are applying, making sure that all information is complete, current and accurate.
Please sign and date page 8, Attestation Questions and page 9, Authorization and Release of Information Form (and Attachment A, Professional Liability Action Detail, if applicable).
Each page of the application requires the applicant’s initials and the date on which the application was last reviewed.
Identify the health care related organization(s) to which this application is being submitted in the space provided below.
Attach copies of the documents requested each time the application is submitted.
If a section does not apply to you, please check the provided box at the top of the section.
Mail application to the requesting organization(s).
Current copies of the following documents must be submitted with this application:
State Professional License(s)
DEA Certificate or CSR Certificate
ECFMG (if applicable)
Face Sheet of Professional Liability Policy or Certificate
A curriculum vitae is optional and not an acceptable substitute.
I am applying to (please list: Hospital Staff, HMO, IPA):
for
(i.e., staff membership, network participation,
if applicable).
*Note: Please return completed application to the health care related organization to which you are applying, not to the State of Oregon.
Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application 5/1/12
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INITIALS:
DATE:
OREGON PRACTITIONER RECREDENTIALING APPLICATION
II.
PRACTITIONER INFORMATION
Please provide the practitioner’s full legal name.
Last name (include suffix; Jr., Sr., III):
First:
Middle:
Degree(s):
Is there any other name under which you have been known or have used since starting professional training?
Yes
No
Name(s) and year(s) used:
Home street address:
Home telephone number:
Mobile/alternate number:
(
)
Email address:
City:
State:
ZIP:
Country:
Birth date (month/day/year):
Birth place:
/
Citizenship:
Social Security number:
Gender:
Male
Female
Immigrant visa number (if applicable):
Visa expiration date:
Type:
III.SPECIALTY INFORMATION
This information may be included in directory listings.
Principal clinical specialty (For most current specialties list, see:
Do you want to be designated as a primary care practitioner (PCP)?
http://www.wpc-edi.com/codes):
Additional clinical practice specialties:
Category of professional activity, check all boxes that apply:
Clinical practice:
Other professional activities:
Full time
Part time
Administration
Teaching
Locum/temporary
Telemedicine
Research
Retired
Other (explain):
IV. BOARD CERTIFICATION/RECERTIFICATION
Does not apply
This section does not apply to licensure.
List all current and past certifications. Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
Date
Expiration date
Name and address of issuing board:
Specialty:
certified/recertified
(if any)
month/year:
If not currently board certified, describe your intent for certification, if any, and dates of previous testing and/or intended future testing for certification below. Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
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INITIALS: ____________DATE: _____________________________
V.
OTHER CERTIFICATIONS
Please attach copy of certificate(s), if applicable.
Examples include: ACLS, BLS, ATLS, PALS, NRP, AANA, Fluoroscopy, Radiography, etc.
Number:
Month/year of certification:
Month/year of expiration:
For additional certifications, please attach a separate sheet.
VI.
PRACTICE INFORMATION
Name of primary practice/affiliation or clinic:
Department name (if hospital based):
Primary clinical practice street address:
Effective date at location, month/year:
County:
Primary office telephone number:
Primary office fax number:
Patient appointment telephone number:
Ext.:
Mailing/billing address (if different from above):
Attn:
Office manager:
Office manager’s telephone number:
Office manager’s fax number:
Exchange/answering service number:
Pager number:
Office email address:
Recredentialing contact and address (if different
from above):
Recredentialing contact’s telephone number:
Recredentialing contact’s fax number:
Recredentialing contact’s email address:
Federal tax ID number or Social Security number, if
used for
Name affiliated with tax
ID number:
business purposes:
Secondary clinical practice street address:
Secondary office telephone number:
Secondary office fax number:
Federal tax ID number or Social Security number,
if used for
Please list other office locations with above information on a separate sheet.
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VII.
PRACTICE CALL COVERAGE
Please provide the name and specialty of those practitioners who
provide care for your patients when you are unavailable.
NAME:
SPECIALTY:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
VIII.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
If you have completed additional residencies,
internships or advanced specialized education within the past three (3) years, please provide the
following information. Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
Complete name and street address of program:
Phone number:
Fax
number, if available:
From month/year:
To month/year:
Month/year of completion:
Did you complete the program?
(If you did not complete the program, please explain on a separate sheet.)
IX. CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION Please list activities for which
you have received CME credit(s) during the past two (2) years. Please attach a separate sheet, if needed.
Name:
Month/year attended:
Hours:
X.HEALTH CARE LICENSURE, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATES AND
ID NUMBERS Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
Oregon license or registration number:
Month/day/year of expiration date:
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
number (if applicable):
Controlled substance registration (CSR) number (if applicable):
Month/day/year issued:
Individual NPI number:
Medicare number:
DMAP number:
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XI. OTHER STATE HEALTH CARE LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
AND CERTIFICATES Please attach additional sheets, if necessary
State/country:
Year obtained:
Month/day/year of expiration:
Year relinquished:
Reason:
XII. HOSPITAL AND OTHER HEALTH CARE FACILITY AFFILIATIONS
Please list for the past three (3) years all health care institutions where you have and/or have had clinical privileges and/or staff membership. Include all (A) affiliations in the past three (3) years, and/or (B) applications in process (i.e., hospitals, surgery centers or any other health care related facility). If more space is needed, please attach additional sheets. Do not list residencies, internships or fellowships. Please list employment in Section XIII, Professional Practice/Work History.
A. AFFILIATIONS IN THE PAST THREE (3) YEARS
Facility name:
Fax number, if available:
Complete address:
Status (e.g. active, courtesy, provisional, allied
Month/day/year of appointment:
health, etc.):
Status:
If you do not have hospital admitting privileges, check here:
Please explain on a separate sheet your plan for continuity of care for your patients who require admitting.
B. APPLICATIONS IN PROCESS
Month/year of submission:
Month /year of submission:
Facility Name:
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XIII.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE/WORK HISTORY
A curriculum vitae is not sufficient.
A.
Please chronologically list and account for work, professional and practice history activities for the past three (3) years to
present, including military service. Please explain in section B any gaps greater than two (2) months.
Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
Name of current practice/employer:
Contact’s name:
Telephone number:
Fax number:
Contact’s email address, if available:
Professional liability carrier:
Name of previous practice/employer:
From month / Year:
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B. Please explain any gaps greater than two (2) months in the past three (3) years. Include activities and/or names and dates where applicable. Please attach additional sheets,
if necessary.
Activities and/or names:
XIV. PEER REFERENCES
Please list three (3) references, from peers who through recent observations, are directly familiar with your clinical skills and current competence. Do not include relatives. If possible, include at least one member from the Medical Staff of each facility at which you have privileges.
Name of reference:
Complete address, include department if applicable:
Professional relationship:
Email address, if available:
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XV.
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE
Current insurance carrier/provider of professional liability coverage:
Policy number:
Type of coverage (check one):
Claims-made
Occurrence
Name of local contact:
Mailing address:
Contact’s telephone number:
Per claim limit of liability:
Aggregate amount:
Month/day/year effective:
Month/day/year retroactive date,
if applicable:
Please list all previous professional liability carriers within the past three (3) years. Please attach additional sheets, if necessary.
Insurance carrier/provider of professional liability coverage:
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XVI.
ATTESTATION QUESTIONS – This section to be completed by the Practitioner.
Modification to the wording or format of these Attestation Questions will invalidate the application.
Please answer the following questions “yes” or “no”. If your answer to any of the following questions is “yes”, please provide details and reasons, as specified in each question, on a separate sheet. Please sign and date each additional sheet.
A.In the last three (3) years has your license, certification, or registration to practice your profession, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, or narcotic registration/certificate in any jurisdiction ever been denied, limited,
suspended, revoked, not renewed, voluntarily or involuntarily relinquished, or subject to stipulated or probationary
YES
NO
conditions, had a corrective action, or have you ever been fined or received a letter of reprimand or is any such action
pending or under review?
B.In the last three (3) years have you ever been suspended, fined, disciplined, or otherwise sanctioned, restricted
or excluded for any reasons, by Medicare, Medicaid, or any public program or is any such action pending or
under review?
C.In the last three (3) years have you ever been denied clinical privileges, membership, or contractual participation by
any health care related organization*, or have clinical privileges, membership, participation or employment at any such
organization ever been placed on probation, suspended, restricted, revoked, voluntarily or involuntarily relinquished or
not renewed, or is any such action pending or under review?
D.In the last three (3) years have you ever surrendered clinical privileges, accepted restrictions on privileges,
terminated contractual participation or employment, taken a leave of absence, committed to retraining, or resigned
from any health care related organization* while under investigation or potential review?
E.In the last three (3) years has an application for clinical privileges, appointment, membership, employment or
participation in any health care related organization* ever been withdrawn on your request prior to the organization’s
final action?
F.In the last three (3) years has your membership or fellowship in any local, county, state, regional, national, or
international professional organization ever been revoked, denied, limited, voluntarily or involuntarily relinquished or
G.
In the past three (3) years, have you ever voluntarily or involuntarily left or been discharged from medical school or
subsequent training programs?
H.
In the last three (3) years have you ever had board certification revoked?
In the last three (3) years have you ever been the subject of any reports to a state or federal data bank or state
licensing or disciplinary entity?
J.
In the last three (3) years have you ever been charged with a criminal violation
r ?
(felony or misdemeano )
K.
Do you presently use any illegal drugs?
L.Do you now have, or have you had, any physical condition, mental health condition, or chemical dependency condition
(alcohol or other substance) that affects or is reasonably likely to affect your current ability to practice, with or without
reasonable accommodation, the privileges requested?
If reasonable accommodation is required, please specify the accommodation(s) required on a separate sheet.
M.Are you unable to perform any of the services/clinical privileges required by the applicable participating practitioner
agreement/hospital appointment, with or without reasonable accommodation, according to accepted standards of
professional performance?
N.In the last five (5) years have any professional liability claims or lawsuits ever been closed and/or filed against you?
If yes, please complete Attachment A, Professional Liability Action Detail, for each past or current claim
and/or lawsuit.
O.In the last three (3) years has your professional liability insurance ever been terminated, not renewed, restricted,
or modified (e.g. reduced limits, restricted coverage, surcharged), or have you ever been denied professional
liability insurance?
*e.g. hospital, medical staff, medical group, independent practice association (IPA), health plan, health maintenance organization (HMO), preferred provider organization (PPO), physician hospital organization (PHO), medical society, professional association, health care faculty position or other health delivery entity or system
I certify the information in this entire application is complete, current, correct, and not misleading. I understand and acknowledge that any misstatements in, or omissions from this application will constitute cause for denial of my application or summary dismissal or termination of my clinical privileges, membership or practitioner participation agreement. A photocopy of this application, including this attestation, the authorization and release and any or all attachments has the same force and effect as the original. I have reviewed this information on the most recent date indicated below and it continues to be true and complete. While this application is being processed, I agree to update the information originally provided in this application should there be any change in the information.
I agree to provide continuous care for my patients, until the practitioner/patient relationship has been properly terminated by either party, or in accordance with contract provisions.
Signature:
Date:
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Once you have decided to proceed with the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing process, thorough completion and attention to detail will be crucial for a successful submission. The process involves filling out the application form, attaching the required documents, and sending the complete package to the health care-related organization of your choice. Follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is complete and accurate.
After submitting your application, the organization(s) will review your credentials as part of their decision-making process. Ensure all information provided is current, accurate, and complete to avoid delays. This step is essential in maintaining the standards of care and compliance with Oregon's health system requirements.
To complete the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application, the following documents must be submitted:
A curriculum vitae is optional and not an acceptable substitute for the required documents.
The completed application, along with all required documents, should be mailed directly to the health care related organization(s) to which the practitioner is applying. The application should not be sent to the State of Oregon.
No, modifications to the wording or format of the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application will invalidate the application. It is essential to keep the format unchanged and present the information as requested.
If more space is required than what is provided on the original form, attach additional sheets. Reference the question being answered on these additional sheets to ensure clarity and completeness of the application.
Yes, each page of the application requires the applicant's initials and the date on which the application was last reviewed. This step is crucial for verifying the accuracy and completion of the information provided.
If a particular section of the application does not apply, check the provided box at the top of that section to indicate it is not applicable. This helps in identifying relevant sections and ensures that the application is processed efficiently.
Keep an unsigned and undated copy of the completed application on file for future requests. When a request is placed, send a copy of the completed application to the applicable health care related organization, ensuring all information is current, complete, and accurate.
Identify the health care related organization(s) to which this application is being submitted in the space provided on the form. Listing these organizations helps in directing the application to the appropriate parties for processing.
Not following instructions for the form's format can lead to a common mistake. The application must be typed or legibly printed in black or blue ink, and any modification to the wording or format will invalidate the application. It’s critical to adhere strictly to these guidelines to ensure the application is accepted.
Another frequent error is incomplete applications. Every section of the application needs to be completed fully. If a section does not apply, the appropriate box at the top of the section should be checked. Skipping sections or leaving them blank without indicating that they don’t apply can cause delays or result in the rejection of the application.
Failure to initial and date each page is a mistake that can easily be overlooked. The Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application requires the applicant's initials and the date on the bottom of every page. This step confirms that the applicant has reviewed each part of the application on the last date indicated.
Not submitting required documentation with the application is another common mistake. Applicants must attach copies of current State Professional License(s), DEA or CSR Certificate, ECFMG certificate (if applicable), and the face sheet of the Professional Liability Policy or Certificate. A curriculum vitae, although detailed, is not an acceptable substitute for these documents. Failing to include these documents can lead to an incomplete application process.
Mistakes in the application process can often be avoided by thoroughly reading the instructions and preparing all necessary documents beforehand.
Ensuring that the application is complete, with every section carefully filled out or marked as not applicable, and accompanied by all required documentation, can streamline the credentialing or recredentialing process.
When individuals fill out the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application, they are often required or recommended to prepare and submit additional forms and documents. This ensures a comprehensive evaluation of the application, assisting organizations in making informed decisions regarding the practitioner's credentials. Below are brief descriptions of four such documents often used together with the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application.
Compiling these documents along with the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application provides a full picture of the practitioner's qualifications, background, and legitimacy. Together, they ensure that the credentialing process is thorough, helping healthcare organizations maintain high standards of care for their patients.
The Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application shares similarities with the Medical Staff Application form employed by hospitals across the United States. Both forms serve a pivotal role in the credentialing and recredentialing process of healthcare professionals, ensuring that practitioners meet specific standards of professional competence and conduct before being admitted to practice within a healthcare organization. Key parallels include the requirement for detailed personal and professional information, including full legal name, specialty certifications, educational background, and practice information. Additionally, both applications necessitate the submission of state professional licenses, DEA certificates, and proof of professional liability insurance, underscoring the comprehensive nature of the credentialing process to uphold patient safety and care quality.
Similar in purpose to the National Provider Identifier (NPI) Application, the Oregon form is integral for practitioners seeking to formalize their credentials within the healthcare system. The NPI Application, mandated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is essential for all healthcare providers involved in electronic transactions, thereby standardizing the identification mechanism across the healthcare ecosystem. Both forms collect detailed practitioner information, including qualifications and affiliations, although the Oregon form delves deeper into the credentialing aspects, aligning both towards the shared goal of maintaining a verified registry of competent healthcare providers to ensure efficient and safe healthcare delivery.
Another document bearing resemblance to the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application is the Professional Liability Action Detail Form, often a required attachment in many healthcare credentialing applications. This form specifically focuses on detailing any past or pending professional liability claims against a practitioner, aiming to assess risk and ensure transparency in a practitioner’s professional conduct history. Both the Oregon application and liability detail forms serve as critical tools for healthcare organizations to evaluate the suitability of practitioners within their establishments, emphasizing the importance of professional accountability and patient safety in clinical settings.
Lastly, the Oregon application is comparable to the Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reporting Form, used by medical boards and institutions to document ongoing professional development. Both documents highlight the healthcare industry’s emphasis on continuous learning and adherence to evolving best practices. While the Oregon form encompasses a broader range of credentialing information, the inclusion of sections for CME activities underlines the shared objective of promoting high standards of professional practice through documented evidence of ongoing education and skill enhancement.
Completing the Oregon Practitioner Application form is a crucial step in credentialing and recredentialing for practitioners within the state. To avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smooth process, here are several dos and don'ts to consider:
Adherence to these guidelines will help streamline the application process and reduce the chances of delays or rejections. It is crucial to approach this task with attention to detail, ensuring all provided information is both accurate and current.
When navigating the process of applying for practitioner recreditation in Oregon, several misconceptions can arise. Below, we'll address ten common misunderstandings about the Oregon Practitioner Application to ensure applicants have accurate information.
Understanding and accurately addressing these points when completing the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application is essential for a smooth and successful recredentialing process.
Filling out the Oregon Practitioner Recredentialing Application is a critical process for healthcare practitioners in Oregon to maintain credentials with hospitals and health plans. The form is comprehensive and requires attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness. Here are key takeaways for completing and using the Oregon Practitioner Application form:
Adhering to these guidelines ensures the application process is completed accurately, supporting the practitioner’s eligibility for credentialing or recredentialing within Oregon’s healthcare system.
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