Is proctoring reportable to the NPDB?

It depends. If the proctoring is the result of a professional review action and restricts the practitioner's privileges for more than 30 days, than proctoring is reportable. However, there are situations where proctoring would not be reportable, including:

1. The proctoring is for a period of less than 30 days;
2. The proctoring is part of an entity's standard operating procedure, for example, when bringing a new physician on board; and therefore is not the result of a professional review action; or
3. The proctor is not required to give permission or to be present before the practitioner can perform the action.

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• How do I submit a report?
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Related Resources

• About Reporting
• What You Must Report to the NPDB
• How to Submit a Report
• NPDB Guidebook, Chapter E: Reports, Reporting Adverse Clinical Privileges Actions