A hospital is transitioning from a traditional "laundry list" approach to a core privileging system. Which of the following is the primary advantage of adopting a core privileging model?
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A
It allows practitioners to select any procedure they feel competent to perform.
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B
It simplifies the application process by eliminating the need for any competency documentation.
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C
It ensures privileges are granted based on predefined, evidence-based criteria for a specific specialty.
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D
It is the only method accepted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).