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This bill establishes a two-year pilot program run by the Department of Health to create a centralized credentialing system for health care providers in Hawaii. The program aims to reduce administrative burden and duplicative paperwork by allowing providers to submit their professional information and verification documents just once, which can then be accessed by multiple entities like hospitals, clinics, and health plans. The pilot will verify critical provider information including training, education, licensing, work history, and malpractice insurance. An advisory committee comprising representatives from various healthcare organizations will help guide the program's implementation. The department will review existing credentialing practices, establish coordination agreements with participating entities, and measure the program's effectiveness before submitting a report to the legislature. The bill appropriates $250,000 for each of the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support the program, which is designed to improve efficiency, potentially reduce healthcare costs, and ultimately increase patient access to care. The pilot program will incorporate credentialing standards from recognized healthcare accreditation organizations and may partner with private sector entities to support its operations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1105&year=2026