Which factor is NOT a factor influencing privileging?

• A. PA education
• B. CME
• C. Documentation of procedures performed
• D. Patient satisfaction scores

Answer: (D)

Privileging is about confirming that a clinician has demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and experience to perform specific procedures safely and effectively. Formal PA education sets the foundational qualifications, continuing medical education shows the clinician stays current with best practices, and documentation of procedures performed provides objective evidence of hands-on competence and clinical experience. Patient satisfaction scores, while important for overall quality and patient experience, do not directly verify technical ability or safety in performing procedures, so they are not a direct basis for granting privileges.