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SVMIC Collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers

It is recommended that policyholders considering a supervisory or
collaborative practice arrangement should consult with SVMIC’s

Underwriting Department.

Advanced Practice Provider Licensure

One of the most important steps in due diligence when

considering entering into an arrangement with an APP is

verification of licensure. To reduce the chances of a claim of

negligent hiring, before hiring or contracting to supervise or
collaborate with an APP, providers should contact the state

licensing board(s) and verify that the applicant graduated from an

accredited program, is currently licensed by the state in which he

or she will be practicing and holds current certification by the

appropriate national certification board. The state licensing board
will also provide any additional requirements. In some states, the

employer is responsible for obtaining many prescreening

background checks before hiring personnel providing direct

patient care. References should always be thoroughly checked

and documented. Query the National Practitioner Data Bank and
perform a criminal background check if not completed by the state

board.

Courts have held physician employers liable for failure to verify the

credentials of his or her employees.

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