Barbara's Corner
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Do we use Board Eligible for PA Board Cert?

No, Physician Assistants should be marked Board Certified or Not Board Certified based on current Board standing.  

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What does NPDB stand for?

National Practitioner Data Bank

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Where do most horses live?

In neighhhh-borhoods!

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Who is the supervisor for the re-cred team?

Jacqueline Gallegos

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When is the next company holiday?

Memorial Day, May 29, 2023

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Can we accept the Non-par Collaborating form for Nurse Practitioners?

Yes, we can accept the Non-par collaborating form for Nurse Practitioners. Remember, when accepting Non-par Collaborating forms for Nurse Practitioners, we are required to pull the collaborating physician's PSV's and confirm they are clear before proceeding.

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What does CAQH stand for?

Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare

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Why did the M&M go to school?

It wanted to be a Smartie.

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Who is the manager of the credentialing production teams?

Barbara Stanley

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Who was the last full-time employee hired on the re-cred team?

Deshawn Morrall

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How long is the signature on the 1600 form good for?

180 days/ 6 months

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What does TSCA stand for?

Texas Standardized Credentialing Application

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Why did the frog take the bus to work today?

His car got toad away.

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Who is the manager of the credentialing administrative team?

Denece Rhines

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The QA score in January was 65%. What was the QA score for February?

86%

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Do we need a 1600 form for Counselors who do not deal with children?

Yes, a 1600 form is required for all behavioral health providers.

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What does LADMF stand for?

Limited Access Death Master File

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What fruit do twins love?

Pears!

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Who is the director of Credentialing and PDM?

Jason Gajewski

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When is Jacqueline Gallegos's birthday?

March 14, (1901) Haha

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What is our source of truth if there is a conflict in provider's last name?

We verify all "other" names, however, our source of truth is the provider's license.

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What does HIPAA stand for?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

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Why did the golfer bring two pairs of pants?

In case he got a hole in one.

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Who is the CEO of Centene?

Sarah London

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How can you get a discount on your health insurance?

Healthy Pathways