FREE CPCS MCQ Questions and Answers

Question 1

Can information from a different healthcare organization, like a hospital or group practice, that has completed primary source verification be accepted for credentialing in accordance with AAAHC standards?

Accepted Answer

TRUE

Answer

FALSE

Question 2

How many times must the license be validated with the primary source according to the Joint Commission's requirements?

Accepted Answer

Everything mentioned above

Answer

When relocating to a different state

Answer

Initial and subsequent privilege appointments

Answer

When the status of a license changes

Question 3

The ABMS Certified Doctor Verification Program, which may be accessed via the ABMS website, is recognized by NCQA as a reliable source for confirming an MD's board certifications.

Accepted Answer

FALSE

Answer

TRUE

Question 4

Which source is most frequently utilized to confirm a history of malpractice?

Accepted Answer

NPDB

Answer

AMP

Answer

ECFMG

Answer

NBME

Question 5

When clinical privileges are first awarded, when they are renewed, and when a new privilege is requested, the hospital is required by The Joint Commission to query the NPDB.

Accepted Answer

TRUE

Answer

FALSE

Question 6

Can a hospital accept a doctor's NPDB self-query to fulfill The Joint Commission's need for an NPDB query?

Accepted Answer

FALSE

Answer

TRUE

Question 7

As per NCQA guidelines, a company needs to confirm the restrictions or limitations on a practitioner's license in every state where the professional currently holds or has ever held a license.

Accepted Answer

FALSE

Answer

TRUE

Question 8

In order to confirm physician licensure sanctions, NCQA permits verification through NPDB, HIPDB, the relevant state agency or agencies, and whatever other organization?

Accepted Answer

FSMB

Answer

AMBS

Answer

AMA

Answer

АОА

Question 9

Is verification from the ECFMG appropriate for education and training completed through the AMA's Fifth Pathway program, as per NCQA Standards?

Accepted Answer

FALSE

Answer

TRUE

Question 10

TJC rules state that peer recommendations need to contain relevant details about six factors. These three are: clinical judgment, technical and clinical skills, and medical knowledge. Which three are the others?

Accepted Answer

Communication Skills

Answer

A charming grin