FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is the application not working or saving any information?
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Q: How do I apply for initial member privileges?
A: Contact Medical Staff Services office with the request for the pre-screen privilege form at 458-5304 or email credentialing@foundationhealth.org
Q: What if I’m on staff and want a new privilege?
A: Send your written request to the Medical Staff Services office to credentialing@foundationhealth.org. Please be prepared to provide CME/Trainings/Certificate/Case logs to support the request of privilege change.
Q: How much is my credential fee and when do I pay the fee?
A: Medical Staff Services requires payment to process applications. If you are employed by the hospital, contact the Medical Staff Services office regarding payment.
Initial Application: Physician Fee - $400.00; Allied Health Professional - $200.00
Residents/FEMS provider – No fee
Reappointment: Physician Fee - $200; Allied Health Professional - $100
Q: How long will the credentialing process take?
A: The credentialing process may vary. An initial applicant can take up to 120 days, timeline depends heavily on the responsiveness of references, schools, affiliations, and the applicant’s timeliness submitting paperwork.
Q: Who actually reviews my file and decides if I have privileges?
A: The approval process includes a review and recommendation from the Department Chair, Credentials Committee, and Medical Executive Committee. Once a recommendation is received, final approval is received from the Executive Board before the granting of privileges.
Q: Who can submit information?
A: The applicant or a designated point of contact (credentialing contact listed by the applicant on the application form). Please note, information must be primary source verified. This means that even though as a provider you submitted your transcript or certification, the Medical Staff Services team has to get the information directly from the source (i.e. school).
Q: What do I need in order to become privileged?
A: All medical professionals, with the exception of military personnel, are required to hold an Alaska state license and carry liability insurance. The requirements for medical staff membership and privileges are outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws and on the delineation of privilege forms. Allied Health Professionals will need a medical staff member to sponsor his/him for clinical privileges.
Q: What if my demographics or contact information changes?
A: Please provide an updated demographical information to the Medical Staff Services office. You can fax 907-458-5193 and/or email to fmhmedstaff@foundationhealth.org or credentialing@foundationhealth.org
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