Steps for Privileging a Podiatrist
Your current credentialing/privileging process doesn't have to be difficult!
Verify
All License + Registration History and Actions or Sanctions
Training History/Clinical Education
- DPM Degree
- (PMSR) podiatric medicine and surgery residency; or older PSR, PM&S or other residencies
- Relevant Fellowship Programs
Active Malpractice Insurance Coverage + 10 Year Claims History
- Ensuring such coverage meets minimum requirements
Peer References Who Can Attest to Current Clinical Compecency for Privileges
Check Certification
Specialty Board Status, If Held
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM)
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Verify Additional Credentials (if required), CAQs, hyperbaric oxygen therapy certificate, etc.
Final Steps
- Recent Clinical Activity
- Ability to Perform Requested Privileges
- Establish Consistent Practices for All Practitioners Regardless of Employment Status
