ABOUT:
The Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS®) program is designed for healthcare professionals dedicated to patient well-being. Since patient safety is paramount in all healthcare settings, the CPPS® credential validates a candidate’s in-depth knowledge and skills in this critical area. This certification empowers employers to identify individuals with the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare and prioritize patient safety throughout their practice.
CERTIFICATION BODY: CBPPS® – Certified Board For Professionals in Patient Safety By USA
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Patient Safety Culture:
- Assessing the current state of patient safety culture within an organization.
- Implementing strategies to educate and promote a culture that prioritizes patient safety.
- Patient Safety Strategy and Measurement:
- Aligning patient safety strategies with organizational goals.
- Establishing appropriate metrics to measure the effectiveness of patient safety initiatives.
- Risk Management:
- Identifying, analyzing, and managing patient safety risks.
- Utilizing relevant tools and resources for effective risk management.
- Data Analysis and Interpretation:
- Understanding various methods for collecting patient safety data.
- Applying statistical and qualitative tools to analyze and interpret patient safety data.
- External Influences and Compliance:
- Recognizing external influences impacting patient safety (e.g., regulations, guidelines).
- Ensuring compliance with relevant patient safety requirements of regulatory agencies.
- Examination Preparation:
- The program equips candidates with the knowledge and skills required to pass the CPPS® exam administered by the Certification Board for Professionals in Patient Safety (CBPPS®).
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Number of Questions: 110 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Scored Questions: 100 (110 total, 10 are pretest and not scored)
- Question Types: Recall, Application, and Analysis
- Exam Duration: 2 hours
RE CERTIFICATION:
- Frequency: Every three years
- CEUs Required: 45 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 5 Lessons
- 24 Hours
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- CONTENT:5
- 1.1Culture: Assessing and fostering a culture of safety within healthcare organizations.
- 1.2Leadership: Understanding the role of leadership in promoting patient safety initiatives.
- 1.3Patient Safety Risks & Solutions: Identifying potential patient safety risks and implementing effective solutions.
- 1.4Measuring & Improving Performance: Establishing metrics to measure the success of patient safety programs and continuously improve performance.
- 1.5Systems Thinking & Design/Human Factors: Applying systems thinking principles and understanding the impact of human factors on patient safety.
Requirements
- Hold a Relevant Credential: Possess a current RHIA® (Registered Health Information Administrator), RHIT® (Registered Health Information Technician), or CCS-P® (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based) credential.
- Complete Qualifying Education: Have successfully completed coursework in anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical terminology, reimbursement methodology, intermediate/advanced ICD-10-CM diagnostic coding, procedural coding, and CPT coding.
- Demonstrate Coding Experience: Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience directly applying codes in a related coding environment.
- Combine Credential and Experience: Hold a CCA® (Certified Coding Associate) credential along with one year of experience directly applying codes.
- Hold Alternative Credential and Experience: Possess a current coding credential from another recognized certifying organization along with one year of experience directly applying codes.
Target audiences
- Information Technology Professionals
- Medical Coder
- Revenue Cycle Management Professional
- Insurance Officers
- Researcher