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CEO Message | Physician Reviewers: Thank You for the Whole Story!

2/2/2022

 
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Tina Georgy, RN, MS

In court, witnesses are asked to tell the truth – the whole truth. In a similar way, you as CIMRO’s physician reviewers are witnesses to care and treatment provided at our client facilities and you are charged with telling the story – the whole story.

The Whole Story
The role of a PR is primarily educational. At times, that requires going beyond the letter of what you’re being asked, and addressing the spirit of the inquiry. What is the client really asking? Is there anything they’re not asking - but that they do need to know?


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Election | 2021- 2022 CIMRO Board of Directors

2/1/2022

 
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The Nominating Committee is seeking applicants to the CIMRO Board of Directors with upcoming election in March 2022.  Terms are for three (3) years.  Board meetings are held in Champaign, IL.


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Meet our Independent Peer Review Team

2/1/2022

 
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[Pictured from Left to Right]
Rita Taylor, RN, BSN, MS, Assistant Project Manager 
Jennifer Clark, RN, MSN
Marge Donoghue, RN, BS
Dustin Kerchner, AAS
Cindy Scopel, RN, Project Manager
Audra Thomas, MD, Medical Director

Put a face with the voice of our team members. Meet your independent peer review staff in the CIMRO office.

URAC Accreditation Exceeds 20 Years

2/1/2022

 
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In August 2021, URAC provided notice to CIMRO of "full accreditation" pursuant to the Independent Review Organization (IRO), External Review 5.2 Standards for the maximum three-year period (September 1, 2021 – September 1, 2024).




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Physician Reviewer Manual | Updated PR Job Description

2/1/2022

 
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The PR Manual serves not only as an orientation document to new peer reviewers, but as a resource and guide to both novice and experienced PRs.  Particularly useful is the General Guidelines – Dos and Don’ts of Peer Review (Pages 14-15). 



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HIPAA Obligations – Protect Confidential Information

2/1/2022

 
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HOW? Be knowledgeable and compliant. What measures come to mind when thinking how to protect against HIPAA violations?





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Liability Coverage | Am I Protected?

2/1/2022

 
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A frequent question related to liability protection arises in conjunction with peer review activities.  The Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA) provides good-faith immunity from state and federal liability for people participating in the peer review process.
 



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Needed Specialties | ASK A COLLEAGUE

2/1/2022

 
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Do you find review activities enlightening? Know a colleague who might be interested?  We would love to hear your recommendation.  Or direct them to our online application under “Careers” on our website.


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Annual Reminder | Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, Code of Business Conduct

2/1/2022

 
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YES, it’s that time again! This notice serves as a reminder that the Certification and Acceptance statements you previously signed remain in full force and effect. You have agreed to abide by the letter and spirit of CIMRO’s Confidentiality Policy, Conflict of Interest Policy and Code of Business Conduct. 


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Sexual Harassment | Hostile Work Environment

2/1/2022

 
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The Illinois Human Rights Act requires all Illinois employers to provide prevention training in identification and reporting of a hostile work environment and sexual harassment.

 


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  • Home
  • Peer Review Services
    • Why Outsource?
    • Review Types
    • Peer Review Process
    • Peer Review Panel
    • Pricing
    • Department of Insurance
  • Why Choose CIMRO?
    • Our Physicians
    • Secure e-Messaging
    • Quality
    • Customer Service
    • Testimonials
    • Experience
    • Value
    • Integrity
  • About Us
    • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
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  • Peer Review Portal
    • Resources for Reviewers