Establishes an expedited credentialing process for certain federally qualified health center providers by managed care plan issuers and Medicaid.

The bill amends the Insurance Code to create an expedited credentialing process for health care providers who join federally qualified health centers. Managed care plan issuers must use an expedited process for eligible applicants, rendering a decision within 10 business days. Eligible applicants must be licensed, certified, or authorized to provide health care services in Texas, submit required documentation, and be in good standing with the applicable state board.

Establishes an expedited credentialing process for certain federally qualified health center providers by managed care plan issuers and Medicaid.

The bill amends the Insurance Code to create an expedited credentialing process for health care providers who join federally qualified health centers. Managed care plan issuers must use an expedited process for eligible applicants, rendering a decision within 10 business days. Eligible applicants must be licensed, certified, or authorized to provide health care services in Texas, submit required documentation, and be in good standing with the applicable state board.