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The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(12/11/2024)

The December Insights announces new protections for your user account. It provides tips to keep your account running smoothly and clarified leave of absence reporting requirements.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(11/21/2024)

We updated NPDB Public Use Data File (PUF) and the Data Analysis Tool (DAT). The PUF and DAT now include data from September 1, 1990, through September 30, 2024. The files do not contain any information that identifies individual practitioners or reporting entities and is designed for statistical analysis only.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(11/13/2024)

The November Insights reminds users to sign up for the NPDB 101 webinar! It also answers a reporting question, provides resources for identity verification troubleshooting, and shows you how to check if your state board is compliant.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(10/9/2024)

The October Insights announces the NPDB 101 Webinar and fee changes for mailed Self-Queries. It answers a reporting question and clarifies when you need to submit a Revision-to-Action Report.

NPDB Self-Query Fee Change for Paper Copies

(10/1/2024)

The fee for all requests for paper copies of a Self-Query response will increase to $13.00 per copy. Paper copies will be sent individually via U.S. Certified First-Class Mail. Each copy will require a signature upon delivery. The fee for a digitally certified Self-Query response will remain unchanged at $3.00.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(9/11/2024)

The September Insights highlights our new identity verification instructional video! It announces a fee change for mailed Self-Queries. And it clarifies who can query the NPDB.

Public Use Data File and Data Analysis Tool Updated

(8/15/2024)

We updated NPDB Public Use Data File (PUF) and the Data Analysis Tool (DAT). The PUF and DAT now include data from September 1, 1990, through June 30, 2024. The files do not contain any information that identifies individual practitioners or reporting entities and is designed for statistical analysis only.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(8/14/2024)

The August Insights promotes Continuous Query for state boards. It clarifies what happened to the HIPDB and explains when a summary suspension of clinical privileges is reported.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(7/10/2024)

The July Insights provides links to the NPDB Resources webinar recording, Q&As, and presentation slides. It gives step-by-step instructions for signing in with MFA and identity verification and answers who can be the subject of a clinical privileges action report.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(6/12/2024)

The June Insights announces the NPDB Resources Webinar and answers a reporting question. And it clarifies the role of Data Bank administrators and provides guidance on reporting deceased practitioners.

Public Use Data File and Data Analysis Tool Updated

(5/23/2024)

We updated NPDB Public Use Data File (PUF) and the Data Analysis Tool (DAT). The PUF and DAT now include data from September 1, 1990, through March 31, 2024. The files do not contain any information that identifies individual practitioners or reporting entities and is designed for statistical analysis only.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(5/8/2024)

The May Insights announces our new NPDB Resources Webinar. It gives tips and tricks for using Continuous Query for applicants. And it provides guidance on reporting on temporary privileges.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(4/10/2024)

The April Insights announces the NPDB's new security measure: Identity verification. It clarifies when it is appropriate to share query responses. And it explains how Continuous Query helps patient safety and how to designate successors. And it answers a reporting question.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(3/13/2024)

The March Insights announces the mandatory deadline to enable MFA. It provides our Querying Webinar recording and updated 2023 data and resources. And it answers a reporting question.

Public Use Data File and Data Analysis Tool Updated

(2/29/2024)

We updated NPDB Public Use Data File (PUF) and the Data Analysis Tool (DAT). The PUF and DAT now include data from September 1, 1990, through December 31, 2023. The files do not contain any information that identifies individual practitioners or reporting entities and is designed for statistical analysis only.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(2/14/2024)

The February Insights details how to start using MFA to stop the need to reset your password. It clarifies the difference between state licensure actions and government administrative actions. And defines what information you must include in a report.

The Latest Version of NPDB Insights is Now Available!

(1/10/2024)

The January Insights answers three questions: How do I use MFA for multiple user accounts? What is a DBID and why do I need it? Should I report a practitioner for a rehabilitation leave of absence?

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