Katherine Chuba, Cpcs
About Katherine Chuba, Cpcs
Katherine Chuba, CPCS, serves as the Supervisor of the Medical Staff Office at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in medical staff coordination and credentialing, she manages the credentialing database and oversees compliance processes.
Current Role at Magee-Womens Hospital
Katherine Chuba serves as the Supervisor of the Medical Staff Office at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing the medical staff application renewal process, ensuring compliance with OPPE/FPPE requirements for both medical staff and advanced practice professionals. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to the operational efficiency of the department and acting as a resource for the medical staff in the absence of the Director.
Previous Experience at UPMC Hospitals
Katherine Chuba has extensive experience in medical staff coordination within UPMC hospitals. She worked as a Medical Staff Coordinator at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she held various roles at Magee-Womens Hospital, including Credentialing Coordinator from 2006 to 2010 and Manager of the Medical Staff Office from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as Supervisor of the Medical Staff Office at UPMC-Magee from 2010 to 2012.
Educational Background
Katherine Chuba studied at the Community College of Allegheny County, where she achieved proficiency in Medical Terminology. She also attended West Mifflin North High School, where she focused on Accounting and Business Management, earning her diploma between 1980 and 1983.
Responsibilities in Medical Staff Office
In her current role, Katherine Chuba manages and maintains the credentialing database, updates rosters, and membership information. She assists the Director with administrative tasks related to the Hospitals Advanced Practice Professionals Committee and Credentials Committee. Her responsibilities also include conducting audits and quality checks within the Medical Staff Office, as well as engaging in clear communication with colleagues.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Katherine Chuba is skilled in coordinating departmental operations and assessing the performance of the Medical Staff Office. She communicates the strengths and developmental opportunities of the office based on team contributions. Her experience in various roles has equipped her with the knowledge necessary to support the medical staff effectively.