Choosing a new credentialing solution can be a daunting undertaking. Thorough planning and consideration are crucial, but buyers are often unsure where to start. HealthStream’s Buyer’s Checklist offers a tool to guide you through this process. By addressing these vital points, the Buyer’s Checklist empowers you to make informed decisions and identify the ideal credentialing solution for your organization.
Our eBook “A Beginner’s Guide to Privileging” covers everything from the history and fundamentals of clinical privileging to the regulatory and legal aspects of this work. Whether you are an MSP, a credentialing committee member, or a director on the hospital’s board, this eBook can help increase your understanding of this essential function. In the meantime, this blog post will serve as a high-level introduction.
It’s time to move beyond the hypothetical and implement practical AI solutions backed by clear ROI metrics. By adopting a proactive and informed approach, healthcare finance leaders can ensure their investments in AI generate sustained value for their organizations. Start optimizing your revenue cycle today by exploring how AI can reshape your financial operations. Don’t wait until your competitors improve their position by using AI—start now.
For nurses and other healthcare professionals, continuing education (CE) is more than a requirement—it’s an essential part of maintaining competence, staying current, and advancing careers. Yet tracking CE credits often feels like a second job.
Learn how delegated credentialing can streamline provider enrollment, save time, reduce costs, and meet NCQA standards.
Growth can create as many operational liabilities as opportunities—especially when training systems don’t evolve alongside care delivery.
Choosing a Learning Experience Platform for healthcare is a critical decision. The Healthcare LXP Buyer’s Guide gives you expert insights, key features to look for, and a step-by-step evaluation checklist to help you compare top solutions. Whether you're focused on clinical training, regulatory compliance, or workforce development, this guide helps you align your learning strategy with real healthcare needs.
Selecting the right Learning Management System (LMS) is critical for healthcare organizations navigating complex compliance standards, clinical training, and continuing education. The Healthcare LMS Buyer’s Guide simplifies your search—offering expert tips, comparison criteria, and a healthcare-specific checklist to help you choose a system that supports your workforce and improves patient care. Whether you're replacing outdated tools or choosing your first LMS, this guide gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.
When HR leaders help lay the groundwork for high-performance teams, the ripple effect extends to every corner of the organization—and ultimately, to every patient it serves. Ready to strengthen leadership at every level and build high-performance teams across your healthcare organization? Explore HealthStream’s leadership development solutions today.
In the most significant rewrite since Medicare was established in 1965, The Joint Commission is scaling back, cutting hospital standards by nearly 50%. Accreditation 360, officially announced on June 30, 2025, reflects a new mindset: It’s being described by The Joint Commission as “a dynamic, constantly evolving, forward-looking process that fosters continuous engagement and improvement, accountability, and lasting impact in healthcare quality and safety.”
Provider credentialing can be a cumbersome, error-prone, and time-consuming process. Yet, it is a critical step that ensures healthcare professionals are qualified and competent, safeguards patient safety, and helps healthcare facilities maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Enter artificial intelligence (AI)—a game-changer that has the potential to improve healthcare credentialing with speed and efficiency. The adoption of AI in credentialing is low, but more healthcare organizations are starting to explore how to leverage AI tools in the credentialing process. From automating routine data entry to flagging potential compliance risks, AI and machine learning could bring new opportunities to transform how healthcare practices manage credentialing.
Don’t leave your healthcare security to chance. Protect your organization through comprehensive cybersecurity training and robust policy management. Explore our tools and resources to learn actionable strategies for improving your security posture. Want tailored guidance? Contact us to explore how we can help safeguard your healthcare operations as part of a complete security solution. Together, we’ll create a secure environment that prioritizes patient safety and organizational success.
Curious about what’s next in the future of medical staff credentialing? Read our newest report, 2025 Trends in Medical Staff Credentialing, which reveals critical insights into the evolving landscape of provider credentialing.
S.T.A.B.L.E. is a widely distributed and implemented neonatal education program that aligns with modern workforce needs, clinical goals, and long-term training strategies. Our digital learning format improves access to courses and training modules that promote quality improvement and stronger outcomes. Is it time to offer a better, less restrictive option for neonatal training that boosts completion rates? Contact us to learn more about HealthStream's S.T.A.B.L.E. online program today.
Access the 2025 Trends in Medical Staff Credentialing report, the 9th edition of our trusted annual survey and report that delivers cutting-edge insights into the evolving world of provider credentialing and privileging. Trusted by medical services professionals (MSPs) and medical staff leaders, this report empowers you with data-backed strategies to refine credentialing processes, enhance provider satisfaction, and ensure operational excellence.
As healthcare organizations face significant financial uncertainty due to rising costs, reimbursement challenges, and economic fluctuations, they must look for ways to optimize their revenue cycle management (RCM). Along with technological advancements in RCM, focused and comprehensive RCM education is a vital step in improving operations and profitability in today’s market.
A key component of creating an inclusive workplace is making accessibility a priority. Accessibility means making sure that employees of all abilities can fully engage with every aspect of your facility.
Learn about key insights from HealthStream’s 2025 Trends in Nurse Scheduling report, which explores key challenges and strategies related to nurse scheduling in various healthcare settings.
Nurse scheduling is no longer just an operational task, it’s a strategic lever for improving staff satisfaction, reducing burnout, and building a more resilient workforce. In today’s healthcare environment, leaders face mounting pressure from staffing shortages, financial constraints, and rising patient demands. The 2025 Trends in Nurse Scheduling report offers timely insights into how innovative technologies and scheduling strategies can support work-life balance, strengthen staff retention, and enable more agile, efficient care delivery.
We understand that financial stress is a significant concern for many healthcare professionals*, which is why we are thrilled to share Plannery’s solution. Plannery is revolutionizing financial well-being for healthcare professionals. Their unique business model has already achieved remarkable results, saving thousands of dollars for nurses, and other caregivers, while improving employee retention in hospitals that offer this benefit.
