Hospital Disaster Physician Privileging

The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) believes that all hospitals should have a process in place that allows emergency privileging of additional physician staff in the event of activation of the hospital disaster (emergency preparedness) plan. Should it be necessary to activate the disaster plan, additional physician support may be needed immediately to supplement the existing medical staff. A hazard vulnerability assessment or other similar evaluation should be undertaken to proactively identify potential emergencies, including any circumstances unique to the particular hospital that could suddenly affect physician demand or supply.

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