Texas HB586 establishes an expedited credentialing process for licensed behavior analysts joining professional practices contracted with managed care.

Texas HB586 amends the Insurance Code to create a streamlined credentialing process for licensed behavior analysts who join professional practices with existing contracts to managed care plans. To qualify, a behavior analyst must be licensed in Texas, submit required documentation to the managed care plan issuer, and agree to the terms of the plan's provider contract. During the credentialing process, the issuer must treat the applicant as a participating provider for payment purposes, authorizing them to collect copayments and making payments.

Texas HB586 establishes an expedited credentialing process for licensed behavior analysts joining professional practices contracted with managed care.

Texas HB586 amends the Insurance Code to create a streamlined credentialing process for licensed behavior analysts who join professional practices with existing contracts to managed care plans. To qualify, a behavior analyst must be licensed in Texas, submit required documentation to the managed care plan issuer, and agree to the terms of the plan's provider contract. During the credentialing process, the issuer must treat the applicant as a participating provider for payment purposes, authorizing them to collect copayments and making payments.