National Credentialing Register

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LSI National Credentialing Register powered by MIAOne system - One ID card - Nationally recognised and approvedWith effect from 30th July 2019 the MIAappointment and credentialing system will bepowering the LSI National CredentialingRegister. A single system approved by the NHSfor use in hospitals and healthcare settingsacross the UK.The LSI National Credentialing Register is theculmination of extensive work between the majorhealthcare trade associations (ABHI; ABPI; AXREM;BAREMA; BDIA; BHTA; BIVDA; MEDILINK UK), NHSEngland and the Academy for Healthcare Science.Now, working with Medical Industry Ltd, thisprovides firstly, a not-for-profit registration systemthat has patient and public safety at its heart andsecondly, a potential solution to the issue ofmultiple providers of credentialing systems whichcreates confusion and duplication and is costly tothe healthcare industry and ultimately, as aconsequence, the NHS.The LSI National Credentialing Register powered byMIA will have many positive benefits for the NHS,private hospitals, healthcare facilities, employersand industry including:An enhanced credentialing system under the regulatoryframework of the Academy for Healthcare Science,accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. ThePSA is an independent organisation, accountable toGovernment.A single credentialing and appointment system for theNHS across the UK.One national entry criteria.National standards of training across the industry –supporting and delivering continuing professionaldevelopment (CPD).What effect will it have:One card - one cost for industry.Uninterrupted access to MIA hospital sites while representativesgain LSI National Credentialing Register approval.No new training required for hospital staff using the MIA system.Simple set up and adoption for trusts not currently using MIA.MIA and the LSI NationalCredentialing Register workingtogether for a clear simplesolution for credentialing andpatient safety.

What is the MIAappointment system?A credentialing and appointmentsystem, free for NHS providersThe appointment system allows approved staff tocheck the credentials of visiting industry staff toensure they are properly qualified to engage withhealthcare professionals, and enter clinical areaswithin a hospital. It can also capture representativemovements and activities in hospitals, and store theappointment records for future reporting.To qualify for a photo-ID card, company representativesmust meet the criteria set by the Life Science Industry incollaboration with the NHS and the Academy for HealthcareScience. The LSI National Credentialing Register is accreditedby the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).The service is free of charge to the NHS and privatehealthcare providers — all that is required is access to theinternet and the ID code of the cardholder.The cost of a card regulated by the AHCS.The system includes the ability to providecredentialing services such as:Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and relevantinoculation records.Confirmation that individual hospital policies havebeen read and understood.Alcon Eye CareMany thanks to the team at Medical Industry for theirKey objectivesProvide assurance to hospital staff thatcompany representatives admitted to sensitiveareas are properly trained and are fully awareof their responsibilities.Help the NHS and private sector fulfil its duty ofcare to protect patients and ensure safesurgical and clinical outcomes.highly professional and extremely efficient responseand support to our business. I am always impressedwith the service that you provide to us, and the waythat you deal with our account, even with our lastminute issues and emergency access issues. Yourknowledge, experience and commitment to ouraccount is sincerely appreciated.Compliance ManagerProvide an efficient and effective nationalsolution for industry and the NHS.MIA appointment system is in use in250 healthcare sites across the UK.It is also used in private healthcare sites.In England over 80 NHS trusts use the system.5,000 recorded site visits every month.Two NHS health boards in Scotlandand two in Wales also use the service.Around 10,000 individuals from 1,000companies hold a card.

What does this mean for existing cardholders?Members should continue to use their existing MIA cardas they have always done. When existing cards expire wewill issue members with new LSI National CredentialingRegister cards which grant the same level of access tohospitals which they have always enjoyed.Members will automatically be enrolled onto the LSINational Credentialing Register at tier X. This is atransitional tier which demonstrates they are workingtowards full registration.They will have until 30th July 2020 to meet the trainingtier requirements.Once they have completed the required LSI NationalCredentialing Register training they will be able to easilysubmit this for approval via the Medical Industry Ltdwebsite. (Training can be purchased from any accreditedsupplier.)MIA appointment success storyUncovered clinical trials taking place without therelevant bodies being aware (ie, procurementdepartments and clinical evaluation groups),wasting clinical time.Name of staff and department thatmember wishes to visitMember qualified to visithealthcare settingsCompany nameDate and time ofmember’sappointmentAt-a-glance stats of visitor activity, ie,appointment volumes, reasons for visitAppointment status set by hospital, ie, pending,cancelled, approvedDownloadable reports

LSI National Credentialing Register tiersThe training requirements for each tier of the LSI National Credentialing Register are set out below.Companies will need to decide which tier employees will be registered at, as this determines which areas ofa hospital members will be able to access. Tier X is a transitional tier that demonstrates the cardholder isworking towards full LSI National Credentialing Register acceptance.Tier 1:Interaction with Healthcare Professionals but nointeraction or contact with patients or relatives otherthan in areas open to the general publicProduct (it is up to company training managers – orequivalents – to deem what is appropriate product training)NHS Values and BehavioursCode of Business PracticeInformation GovernanceCompetition and ProcurementTier 2:Interaction with Healthcare Professionals and withpatients or relatives in areas where no invasiveprocedures are taking placeTier 1 training plus:Self, public and patient safety (enhanced)Tier 3:Interaction with Healthcare Professionals and withpatients or relatives in areas where invasiveprocedures are taking placeTier 1 and 2 training plus:Training for high risk settingsMedtronicMedtronic have been working with the MIA team for anumber of years. Through Medical Industry Ltd’s efficientonline training portal our employees have the flexibility totake the correct accredited course as required, and thengain the MIA ID card required to demonstrate that they arequalified to be present within hospital environments.The staff at Medical Industry Ltd are very knowledgeableAcceptance on the LSI National CredentialingRegister requires additional information,including date of birth, home address andNational Insurance number.and professional. They work closely with us to ensure asmooth, streamlined process for all with a quickturnaround. I highly recommend Medical Industry Ltd.Senior Business Support Manager UK & Ireland

How do members register a site visit?Follow best practice and require pre-registration of appointments1234In a web browser visit www.miaweb.co.uk.Click the “Cardholders log in” tab.”Enter card number and email address.Click the down arrow on the “Register sitevisit/check entry criteria” option box.5678Select which hospital they wish to visit.If a hospital has many sites then please select which sitethey wish to visit on the drop down menu that appearsand click “next”.Check entry criteria (if applicable for that hospital) andenter all details. Fields marked with * must be answered.Ensure they have read the MIA terms and conditionsalong with the site’s rep policy (if applicable). Click thecheck box and click “next”.MIA appointment success storyStopped reps accessing hospitals withoutrequired credentials, including DBS.Karl StorzWe have been delighted with the service providedto us by Medical Industry Ltd, especially in regardto the online learning portal. The site is highlyintuitive and the provision of the administrativebackend for trainers is very helpful.The MI team have been very professional and slickin resolving any queries we have had and inuploading our own training materials to the site.Training and Development Manager

MIA and the LSI National Credentialing RegisterMedical Industry Ltd is supporting the LSI National Credentialing Register as a single credentialing system forthe UK. We recognise that having one scheme across all healthcare providers that is regulated by anindependent body is the way forward for patient safety and to ensure the highest professional standards.Powered by the MIA appointment system, the LSI National Credentialing Register will be delivered inpartnership with the acclaimed Medical Industry Ltd team.Benefits of the LSI National Credentialing RegisterSafety – the scheme was developed with theobjective of enhancing patient and staff safety.Transparency – the scope and criteria for thescheme is public and agreed by all parties involved.Proportionate – the criteria are appropriate to thelevel of risk and will not create undue cost oradministrative burden.Equitable – the criteria will be applied across allindustry sectors in an equitable manner and entrywill be open to all relevant individuals.Compliance – the scheme meets legalrequirements on employment law and dataprotection as well as government and NHS policyon working with industry.Once only – the requirements do not duplicateprocedures already in place within the suppliers’processes and evidenced by other mechanismssuch as product CE marking, contractualobligations, etc.MIA appointment success storyLeading Oxfordshire NHS Trust discoveredclinical samples (including medical devices) beingused in patients by companies without MasterIndemnity Agreement, leaving hospitalsvulnerable to legal action should anything gowrong with the sample and patient.Stopped representatives adding boxes of theirown stock into hospital storage rooms in thehope they get used and then get added to theformulary/stock list.Procurement Director

What next?Contact Medical Industry LtdPhone number: 01732 920 900Email address:miahelp@medicalindustry.co.ukRegistered office address:188 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1BERegistered in England Company no. 10799269 VAT reg. no. GB 271 3188 09 Data Protection register: ZA266801Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustWe have been working with the MIA team since 2015 andthey have always presented a very professional approachto our relationship – they understand our organisation andthe specific need and demands of the Ashford & St Peter’sNHS Foundation Trust and have proved a good fit with ourculture and policies.We benefit from their strong market awareness andsharing of best practice for our training needs. We nowhave improved visibility of the supplier reps visiting ourtrust and more knowledge of their reasons for visiting. Theonline functionality can and has been tailored to ourspecific needs. It is intuitive, easy to navigate has been wellreceived by our staff and suppliers a like.Associate Director of Procurement

An enhanced credentialing system under the regulatory framework of the Academy for Healthcare Science, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. The PSA is an independent organisation, accountable to Government. A single credentialing and appointment system for the NHS across the UK. One national entry criteria. National standards of training across the industry – supporting and .