decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 2 (February)
Compliance / Step Seven_Enforcing disciplinary standards
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Article Overview
This premium article explains the last step in building a physician practice compliance program, with emphasis on enforcement and disciplinary standards. It discusses why practices need clear consequences for noncompliance, how disciplinary mechanisms support credibility and integrity, and the importance of documenting reports and following exclusion-list checks. The content is aimed at physicians, practice managers, and compliance staff responsible for maintaining an effective program.
Why This Topic Matters
Clear enforcement procedures help a practice show that compliance standards are taken seriously and applied consistently. The article also highlights documentation and exclusion-list screening as part of maintaining an effective compliance process.
Article Sections
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Enforcing disciplinary standards
This section describes the final step in physician practice compliance program development and the role of enforcement measures within a compliance program. It addresses documentation and follow-up practices, along with the need to screen against exclusion lists.
What You Will Learn
- Why disciplinary standards are part of an effective compliance program
- How enforcement and documentation support compliance oversight
- What general types of follow-up practices are discussed for noncompliance
- Why exclusion-list checks are included in compliance monitoring
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice managers
- Compliance officers
- Medical office staff
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