Bill > SB1424

This bill establishes a two-year Centralized Health Care Credentialing Pilot Program administered by the Department of Health to reduce administrative burdens and improve efficiency in verifying healthcare provider credentials. The pilot program will create a centralized system where healthcare providers can submit their professional information and credentials once, which can then be accessed by multiple entities like hospitals, universities, clinics, health plans, and independent practice associations. The program will verify key provider information including training, education, licensing, work history, and malpractice insurance status, using standards from organizations like the Joint Commission. An advisory committee comprising representatives from various healthcare organizations will provide recommendations on the program's implementation. The department may partner with private sector entities and can accept donations to support the program. The bill appropriates $250,000 for each of fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support the pilot, and requires the Department of Health to submit reports to the legislature before the 2026 and 2027 legislative sessions detailing findings and potential legislative recommendations. The ultimate goal is to reduce duplicative paperwork, improve provider recruitment and retention, and increase patient access to healthcare services by streamlining the credentialing process.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1424&year=2025