Becker's Healthcare October 30, 2024
Peer reviews occur when a patient, fellow physician or staff member reports a physician for acting improperly or not meeting patient care standards.
A “sham” peer review is used to target a physician for unrelated personal, professional or nonmedical reasons.
In an Oct. 30 report, Medscape Medical News examines the prevalence and impact of sham peer reviews. Key takeaways include:
1. A forthcoming Medscape report finds 56% of surveyed U.S. physicians are “highly concerned” about peer review misuse.
2. “The biggest misconception about sham peer reviews is a denial of how pervasive they are,” said Andy Schlafly, general counsel for the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons, which offers a free consultation service for physicians facing sham peer reviews.
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