Does the stroke team have to have a board certified neurologist?
No, a board certified neurologist is not required. It is recommended that the physician educated and trained in the treatment of stroke. A neurologist is preferred, but the program is not required to have a Board Certified neurologists or neuro-radiologist. -Top- • Is the Primary Stroke Center required to have a neurosurgeon? No. The Primary Stroke Center is not required to have a neurosurgeon; however, there must be a referral mechanism in place to provide for neurosurgical care within two hours. -Top- • Can a (Board Certified) Emergency Department physician order IV t-PA using the CPGs and clinical protocols without consulting a neurologist or the stroke team? Yes. However, it is recommended that the stroke team physician approve the clinical protocols or pathways. -Top- • What data tool or format do you need to use for measuring stroke care and performance? You can use any tool, providing you collect the specified data elements using the data definitions specified by The Joint Commi
