The bill amends the definition of "credentialing information" that the Arkansas State Medical Board can provide to credentialing organizations. Specifically, it updates the information that can be shared regarding a physician's qualifications, practice history, and other relevant details. Notably, the bill removes the requirement to provide the status of United States Drug Enforcement Administration certificates as part of the credentialing information.

In addition to the deletion of the DEA certificate status, the bill maintains a comprehensive list of other information that can be shared, including a physician's professional training, clinical hospital privileges, work history, malpractice coverage, and any history of disciplinary actions or felony convictions. This amendment aims to streamline the credentialing process while ensuring that essential information about physicians remains accessible to credentialing organizations.

Statutes affected:
HB 1458: 17-95-107(b)