Definitions for "National Practitioner Data Bank"
NPDB provides adverse information on physicians and other health care practitioners. (Verified Credentials, Inc. Menu of Services)
Database containing information on physicians including malpractice claims and disciplinary action operated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
A national data bank authorized under Public Law 99-660 which collects and releases certain information relating to the professional competence and conduct of physicians, dentists, and other health care practitioners. AAPA's actions against members are not required by law to be reported to the National Practitioner Data Bank.