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From the CRC Blog: Swango: A story we should never forget

Credentialing & Verification Update, August 20, 2008

Many MSPs are familiar with the book Blind Eye by James Stewart about physician-turned-serial killer Michael Swango. If you have not read this book, you'll want to pick up a copy to learn more about why our jobs are so important to patient safety.

Mr. Stewart reports the allegations that caused many to believe that Michael Swango may be the most prolific serial killer in American history. The story is of particular interest to MSPs who investigate applicants for medical staff membership, privileges, and participation in health plans. The book also describes how Swango's behavior was not discovered before he committed murder and poisoned coworkers.

After reading Blind Eye, you will wonder if you would have uncovered Swango's incompetence, misconduct, and criminal behavior.

Carole La Pine, MSA, CPMSM, CPCS is the Manager for Physician Services, Trinity Health in Novi, MI. Carole has more than 30 years of experience in the medical staff services profession and is the immediate past president of National Association Medical Staff Services (NAMSS). Read more from Carol at the Credentialing Resource Center Blog.

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