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The Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) is a process whereby the medical staff evaluates the privilege-specific competence of the practitioner that lacks documented evidence of competently performing the requested privilege(s) at the organization.

The General Competency Assessment follows 6 general competencies as set by TJC and are endorsed by most medical and professional organizations: Patient Care. Medical Knowledge. Practice Based Learning & Improvement. Interpersonal Communication. Professionalism. Systems Based Practice.

The Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) is a process whereby the medical staff evaluates the privilege-specific competence of the practitioner that lacks documented evidence of competently performing the requested privilege(s) at the organization.

OPPE identifies professional practice trends that may impact the quality and safety of care and applies to all practitioners granted privileges via the Medical Staff chapter requirements. A well-designed process supports early detection and response to performance issues that could negatively impact patient outcomes.

A key principle of OPPE is the use of Triggers – noticeable drops in performance. The trigger level is a predetermined baseline level of performance within an established criteria. Staff members who are below the trigger level then move into Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE).

OPPE identifies professional practice trends that may impact the quality and safety of care and applies to all practitioners granted privileges via the Medical Staff chapter requirements. A well-designed process supports early detection and response to performance issues that could negatively impact patient outcomes.

OPPE stands for ongoing professional practice evaluation. Looking at a practitioner's performance evaluation over the long term—by gathering and reporting data for quality improvement—requires a complex set of activities.

These competencies should include: 1) medical and clinical knowledge, 2) patient care, 3) inter personal skills and communication, 4) practice based learning, 5) professionalism and 6) system based practice. A successful OPPE/FPPE program should include all of these components.