National Practitioner Data Bank

The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is a U.S. government database that collects and stores information about healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses. It records incidents such as malpractice payments, disciplinary actions, and criminal convictions. The NPDB helps hospitals, licensing boards, and employers make informed decisions when hiring or granting privileges to healthcare professionals. By sharing this information, the NPDB aims to improve patient safety and ensure that healthcare providers meet high standards of practice. Access to the data is restricted to authorized organizations to protect the privacy of practitioners.