Do the separate review processes apply to NPs and PAs?
Yes. The definitions refer to clinicians: credentialing verifies qualifications, privileging authorizes services and payer enrollment applies for inclusion on insurance panels.
NP and PA offer checklist
NPs and PAs should ask separately about credentialing, privileging and payer enrollment, the first patient day, and malpractice and tail coverage before accepting a job. Confirm scope and supervision or collaboration requirements with your state board, and PA-C holders should plan for NCCPA certification maintenance.
Clarify each review and the first patient day
The definitions of credentialing, privileging and payer enrollment refer to clinicians, including NPs and PAs. They are separate processes, and an offer start date may not be the first patient day.
Confirm state board requirements
For scope of practice and supervision or collaboration requirements, confirm with your state board.
Ask about coverage before leaving or starting
Plan for PA-C certification maintenance
PA-C holders must keep NCCPA certification. NCCPA requires 100 CME credits in each two-year cycle; use the PA CME renewal checklist and check NCCPA’s guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I confirm supervision or collaboration requirements?
Confirm with your state board, including the scope requirements relevant to your role.
What CME planning applies to PA-C holders?
PA-C holders must maintain NCCPA certification, including 100 CME credits per two-year cycle. Check NCCPA and the PA CME renewal checklist.
What should I ask about malpractice?
Ask whether coverage is claims-made or occurrence, who pays for tail coverage if you leave, and what the employer or insurer says about the policy terms.
Sources
General information, not legal, tax or insurance advice. Confirm details with the source and with your state board, employer or insurer.