Privileging is the process of granting an individual permission to perform specific clinical activities within a healthcare setting. It defines how a credentialed practitioner may be authorized to provide certain services outside their standard scope of practice, provided they work under appropriate supervision.
The privileging process establishes clear boundaries around what services a practitioner can deliver and under what conditions. Detailed privileging frameworks exist for different specialty areas, including orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics. For mastectomy-related services, specific privileging guidelines outline the requirements and supervision needed.
This structured approach to privileging ensures that practitioners provide safe, high-quality care while allowing for appropriate professional development under qualified supervision.